Police stopped the two church leaders on their way as they were proceeding privately “without any ceremonial or liturgical manifestations,” and forced them to turn back.

At Palm Sunday Mass and the Angelus following it, the pope prayed for Middle East Christians, victims of war, and migrants who died at sea off Crete.

Bishop António Francisco Jaca emphasized that credible coverage of the papal events requires familiarity with the Church’s structure, mission, and foundational texts.

The new podcast will be released during Holy Week — beginning March 30 and ending on April 2.

Palm Sunday marks the start of the one of the busiest and fullest liturgical periods of the year for the Catholic Church and the Vatican.

The Holy Father met with the country's royalty, addressed Catholic youth, and celebrated Mass at Louis II Stadium.

The Holy Father during his homily at Monaco's Louis II Stadium urged the faithful to "not get used to the rumble of weapons or the images of war."

The Holy Father urged Catholics in Monaco to "announce the Gospel of life, hope and love" and defend the dignity of human beings from birth to death.

The Holy Father described the Monacan patron Saint Devota as "a courageous young woman who knew how to bear witness to her faith."

Bangladesh bishops say “no” to government support, Seoul archbishop urges defense of life amid war, second church built in Mosul after ISIS, and more in this week’s roundup of Catholic world news.