Francis is known for his out-of-the-blue calls. But this one has been in the Earth-to-space pipeline for a while.

Pope Francis will celebrate a special Mass with the poor and people who assist them.

When Pope Francis visits Myanmar in late November, church leaders will be listening nervously to his every word, specifically hoping they don't hear the R-word: Rohingya.

It is time for the laity to speak out and act like true disciples of Christ in spreading the joy of the Gospel. 

“The world, the church, are in need of courageous young people, who are not cowed in the face of difficulties," the pope said.

Rarely does the death of a private citizen elicit a formal letter of condolence from the Pope.