Francis warned against a resurgence of populist movements and urged compassion for migrants fleeing poverty, violence and natural disasters.
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Pope Cites ‘Crisis of Credibility’ in Message to U.S. Bishops on Sex Abuse
The message comes as American bishops have been split in their attitudes about Francis, with a few openly criticizing the pope.
A Tough Year for the Pope Ends With Spokesman’s Resignation
Greg Burke, Pope Francis’ communication director, is leaving after waging a campaign to bring the Vatican press office into the modern age.
Pope Francis, in Christmas Speech, Emphasizes ‘Fraternity’
In his “Urbi et Orbi” (“To the City and to the World”) benediction, the pontiff declares that differences are a source of richness rather than danger.
Pope Francis Calls on Abusive Priests to Turn Themselves In
Priests who abuse children should surrender “to human justice, and prepare for divine justice,” the pontiff said in his annual address to the Roman curia.
Pope Ousts Los Angeles Bishop After Allegation of Misconduct with a Minor
An investigation by the Los Angeles archdiocese found an accusation against Bishop Alexander Salazar to be credible. The bishop denies wrongdoing.
Pope Expels Two Cardinals Implicated in Sex Abuse From His Council
One of the cardinals is George Pell of Australia, who has been facing charges of sexual abuse in legal proceedings subject to a gag order in his country.
The Saturday Profile: The ‘It’ ’80s Party Girl Is Now a Defender of the Catholic Faith
Princess Gloria von Thurn und Taxis used to hang with Warhol. Now, she hosts Stephen K. Bannon and the bishops opposed to Pope Francis in her 500-room palace.
Remembering the End of World War I, in Photos
World leaders and ordinary citizens alike commemorated the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I. Here are the best images of the day.