Described as ‘profound and real,’ the speech characterized calls for women’s ordination as a form of clericalism and as a distraction from what Catholic women want and need.

With 14 motu propri, Pope Francis has demonstrated extraordinary legislative activity. Where do these reforms lead? And what are the main reforms?

Around 500 priests instituted as Missionaries of Mercy gathered in Rome March 28–30 to take part in events for a special jubilee dedicated to their role, part of the wider 2025 Jubilee of Hope.

The conclave to elect Pope Francis’ successor will begin on May 7. (Here’s a detailed explanation of how the process will work.) Over 130 cardinal electors will vote in the conclave, the largest group of cardinal electors ever.

During his visit to Papua New Guinea, Pope Francis reflected on the sacrifices of early Catholic missionaries and martyrs who braved the rainforests to spread the Gospel to "the ends of the Earth."

Vatican news: The Chosen cast meets Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square. Meanwhile, the Pope calls clergy to true vocation, demands justice on drug trafficking, and meets the Order of Malta