Francis X. Rocca

Wisconsin charges dropped against 93-year-old disgraced prelate after a similar ruling in Massachusetts, after a dementia diagnosis

Leaders of the continent's Catholics say gay unions are ‘contrary to the will of God'

In trying to hold the Church together, Francis has compromised on the freedom of Chinese Catholics.

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ANALYSIS: Faith is flagging and euthanasia expanding in Belgium, once a bastion of Catholic culture.

ANALYSIS: The Synod on Synodality will have an important epilogue in the conclusions of the study groups to which Pope Francis entrusted the most controversial issues, including the question of women in ministry.

ANALYSIS: The two world leaders have clashed on migration but could find common ground on a push for a negotiated peace in Ukraine.

ANALYSIS: The Holy Father will turn 88 next week.

Highlights of the year included Pope Francis’ longest trip, an 11-day journey through Asia and Oceania; the conclusion of the Synod on Synodality; and the addition of 20 new cardinals to the body that will choose the next pontiff.

Father Robert Regoli’s insightful study, now available in an updated English edition, examines the complexities of Benedict’s pontificate.