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Ken Hackett, U.S. ambassador to the Holy See, is pictured in his office at the embassy in Rome Dec. 15. Hackett's last day as ambassador will be Jan. 20, when U.S. President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office. (CNS photo/Paul Haring)
Politics & SocietyDispatches
Gerard O’Connell
Pope Francis puts his credibility on the line not only in the foreign policy field, but also in the pastoral field, outgoing U.S. Vatican Ambassador Ken Hackett says.
Pope Francis speaks with Fra' Matthew Festing, the 79th prince and grand master of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, during a private audience at the Vatican June 20. (CNS photo/Claudio Peri, pool via Reuters) (June 23, 2014)
FaithNews
Nicole Winfield - Associated Press
The remarkable showdown is the latest example Pope Francis clashing with more conservative elements in the Catholic Church.
FaithVideo
America Video
The future of the global Church is gathered in Poland this week to pray, fellowship and celebrate faith with Pope Francis.
(CNS photo/Paul Haring)
FaithVideo
Kerry Weber
On the first anniversary of Pope Francis' election, James Martin, S.J., looks at the pope's Jesuit identity.
FaithIn All Things
Michael J. O’Loughlin
Pope Francis has invoked the civil rights crusader in three high-profile messages delivered during his pontificate.
FaithDispatches
Gerard O’Connell
The cardinal already serves as president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.