But on Saturday it was Joe Biden’s turn. The presidential version of a blessing took the form of the Medal of Freedom, which the White House notes was awarded to Pope Francis “with distinction.” ...

Pope Francis marked the second inauguration of ... In his message on Monday, the pope invoked “an abundance of divine blessings” on Mr. Trump, his family and the “beloved” American people.

Pope Francis addresses the Community of the Almo Collegio Capranica in Rome Jan. 20. Earlier that day he sent a note of blessing to President Donald Trump as he prepared for his inauguration in ...

The 266th head of the Catholic Church called for peace in the Middle East—a routine request from his predecessors. But Pope Francis went one step further, ensuring his message was crystal clear: ...

The Vatican press office has been contacted for comment via email. Pope Francis delivers his Sunday Angelus blessing from the window of his studio overlooking St. Peter's Square on January 12 ...

"With these sentiments," Pope Francis continued, "I invoke upon you, your family, and the beloved American people an abundance of divine blessings." Pope Francis criticized Trump's deportation ...

Here is the full text of the official prepared remarks of Pope Francis' address to young people for the "Blessing of the Faithful" from the balcony of the Cardinal’s Palace in Bogotá ...

Pope Francis feels healthy, no plans to resign Pope defends blessings for same-sex couples New book "Hope" reviews Francis's life and decisions VATICAN CITY, Jan 14 (Reuters) - Pope Francis ...

Pope Francis leaves after leading a holy mass ... After African bishops unanimously rejected his approval of gay blessings, Francis stands by his decision and insists that the blessing is for ...

Pope Francis is being treated for a contusion on ... can be seen on the pope’s right hand as he gives the Angelus blessing from his residence, the Casa Santa Marta, rather than from the usual ...

The Sisters of Mercy who staff the Bishops’ Office for U.S. Visitors to the Vatican greet visitors and hand out tickets to ...

ROME (AP) — An introspective Pope Francis has divulged some of ... After African bishops unanimously rejected his approval of gay blessings, Francis stands by his decision and insists that ...