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Asia-Pacific Cardinals Entering the Conclave: Who are they?

While Catholics make up just 3% of Asia’s vast population of 4.5 billion, they account for about 11% of the world’s Catholic population. Who are the Cardinals from Asia-Pacific to enter the Conclave?

South American Cardinals entering the Conclave 2025: Who are they?

As the first pope from Latin America, Argentine Pope Francis has cast a bright light on Catholicism in the southern hemisphere and the unique cultural identity of the Church there. Who are the Cardinals going into the Conclave?

American Cardinals in the Next Conclave: Who They Are and Why They Matter

Ten Cardinal-electors are from the United States. Who are they? And how might they influence the upcoming Conclave 2025?

Pope Francis: Strong Pro-Life Words Against Abortion, Surrogacy, Gender Theory

Pope Francis and his pro-life teachings. Strong words in contrast to secular society's throwaway culture.

Pope Francis: Bishop of Rome Walking With His People

Right from the start, Pope Francis showed his deep commitment to this relationship, making 12 visits to dioceses and parishes in 2013 alone, the year of his election.

The First Conclave: Origins of the Conclave

Where was the first Conclave? EWTN Vatican explains the origin of the Conclave.

Live Funeral Mass of Pope Francis

Join us in prayer for the Funeral Mass of Pope Francis from St. Peter's Basilica.

Which Popes Are Not Buried In The Vatican?

Among Peter's 265 successors, 30 have been buried outside of the Vatican. Pope Francis will also be buried outside the Vatican, in St. Mary Major's Basilica.

The Papacy of Francis and the Presence of Benedict XVI

For many it was a surprise when former Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio stepped out onto the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica on March 13, 2013. His clothes had changed… as had his name.

Pope Francis’ Final Public Appearances: A Spiritual Farewell to the Faithful

After more than five weeks in the hospital battling double pneumonia, doctors advised Pope Francis to take two months of rest. However, the Holy Father chose to be among the faithful until his final days. 

A Lenten Pilgrimage Across the Bridge of Angels: Good Friday Reflections from Rome

Walk the Bridge of Angels in Rome with EWTN’s Fr. Baggot & Andreas Thonhauser—discover how symbols of Christ’s Passion become signs of hope this Good Friday.

Vatican: Commemoration of the Lord’s Passion on Good Friday

Follow live at 5 PM Rome time, the Celebration of the Lord’s Passion from St. Peter’s Basilica, presided over by Cardinal Claudio Gugerotti, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches.

The Mystery of the Stigmata: Signs of Christ’s Passion in the Lives of Saints

Over the centuries, there have been extraordinary accounts of people who have shown the marks of Jesus' crucifixion on their bodies, with wounds appearing on their hands, feet, and side. These marks are known to the world as “stigmata.”

Uncovering the Tomb of Jesus: The Truth Behind the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem

Easter is the most sacred moment of the liturgical year — and it draws our hearts to the place where it all began: the Lord’s Tomb in Jerusalem.

1700 Years Later: The Council of Nicaea and the Creed That United the Church

Discover with EWTN: The Council of Nicaea took place here exactly 1700 years ago. It was also the birthplace of the Nicene Creed.

Easter in the Vatican: How Holy Week Is Celebrated in the Vatican

Behind-the-scenes: How the Vatican prepares for Holy Week and the Holy Triduum.

Jubilee of the Sick: Pope Francis, Pilgrimages, and Stories of Faith in Rome and Beyond

Pope Francis appears at the Jubilee of the Sick; pilgrims share joy in suffering, sacred music echoes in Rome, and ancient and modern pilgrimages inspire faith today.

“Caminos Lebanon”: A Pilgrimage with Saints Through Lebanon’s Sacred Trails

Amid war and wonder, Lebanese youth revive the Seven Churches pilgrimage through Caminos Lebanon—sacred trails of faith, hope, and healing for Jubilee 2025.

A Trinitarian Mission: How The Order Continues Its Crusade To Free Persecuted Christians

From Crusades to crisis zones, Trinitarians defend persecuted Christians with aid, shelter, and hope — a living legacy of redemption and freedom for the forgotten faithful.

Sacred Music in Rome: The National Shrine’s Choir Brings Beauty and Faith to the Jubilee Year

The D.C. Basilica Choir brings sacred music to Rome for Jubilee 2025, inspiring hearts through beauty, liturgy, and a living tradition that leads souls closer to God.

From Ukraine To Nicaea: Key Vatican News On Aid, Peace, And Faith

From ambulances for Ukraine to the unveiling of Veronica’s Veil—discover the Vatican’s latest actions in aid, diplomacy, and preserving sacred tradition.

Our Lady of Revelation in Rome: How Bruno Cornacchiola’s Encounter with Mary Changed His Life Forever

A man plotting to kill the Pope sees the Virgin Mary instead. Discover the shocking true story of Bruno Cornacchiola’s conversion at Tre Fontane in Rome.

From Suffering To Joy: A Catholic Mother’s Witness At The Jubilee Of The Sick With Pope Francis

Two pilgrims for the Jubilee of the Sick traveled all the way from Krakow, Jolanta Kuc and her daughter Ola brought all the colors of the rainbow with them, to show that life with Leigh Syndrome can be beautiful.

Vatican: Holiness in Action: Vatican Reflections on Saints, Mercy, and Global Aid

Pope Francis approves Carlo Acutis' canonization, Missionaries of Mercy hold a Jubilee, Mother Angelica remembered, and the Church aids in Ukraine, reflecting on St. Dismas' example.

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