The Year of Mercy has officially begun:
- Francis calls on global leaders to abolish death penalty, provide healthcare, forgive debt
- US Catholics make Year of Mercy plans
- Oakland diocese to open safe house for trafficked girls
- Francis: Mercy Jubilee means we must open our hearts, forgive others
'Synodality must once again become a structural practice in the church'
The Field Hospital: 'Francis Effect' inspires efforts to address inner-city troubles
Global Sisters Report: New wave of unaccompanied minors at US border will shelter in camps run by faith groups
Europe calls on Vatican to take more action on financial crime
Pope Francis' controversial remarks top list of the year's 10 most memorable quotes
In Duluth diocese bankruptcy, judge encourages mediation
How a married gay Catholic couple live their faith
Groups concerned about Walgreens’ ties to Catholic hospital
Italy seizes 3,500 fake 'Apostolic Blessings' in Rome
Church of Jediism 'signing up thousands' ahead of new Star Wars film