The Vatican’s Synod on Synodality was nothing like papal gatherings of cinematic lore, but it clearly reflects Francis’s view ...

the Anglican Communion is a collection of churches around the world that recognize the archbishop of Canterbury as “first among equals” — a spiritual leader and unifying figure but not a central ...

No, he told senior church figures who were in revolt, the pope’s pronouncement on blessings for same-sex couples was not “heretical” or “blasphemous.” He has expressed an understanding ...

The figures selected by the pope were from various parts of the world, reflecting the diverse and global nature of the Catholic Church. Among them were St. Manuel Ruiz López and his seven ...

Before concluding his Wednesday audience and imparting his paternal blessing for pilgrims, the Holy Father concluded his ...

Another institutional senior figure was later filmed encouraging ... Tigchelt called the adoptions "horror practices by the Church." Pope Francis expressed sadness over the issue, noting that ...

Lawrence appears to be relieved after Benitez is elected pope — but his peace doesn't last long. A member of the church comes bearing ... and Harris’ book to figure out the ending.

Pope Francis has suggested he would be open ... In February, a vote of senior figures in the Church of England backed proposals to allow prayers of blessing for same-sex couples.

The turning point of the movie comes precisely when this confinement is broken, in a theatrical scene that resembles a divine ...

BRUSSELS (AP) — On a brutal day for the frail and aging Pope Francis ... country's highest institutional figures — royalty, government and academia — over the church’s crimes and its ...

BRUSSELS (AP) — On a brutal day for the frail and aging Pope Francis ... country's highest institutional figures — royalty, government and academia — over the church’s crimes and its ...