Plenary Indulgences and Possible Collective Absolution in Time of Emergency
The Apostolic Penitenciary has announced that "the gift of special Indulgences is granted to the faithful suffering from COVID-19 disease, commonly known as Coronavirus, as well as to health care workers, family members and all those who care for them in any capacity, including through prayer." It also reminds the faithful of the possibility of collective absolution in times of emergency.
Pope Francis Prays for an End to the Pandemic
Pope Francis left the Vatican on Sunday to visit two important pilgrimage sites in Rome to pray for the world in the midst of the coronavirus outbreak.
Anniversary of the Pope's Election
Pope Francis was elected on March 13, 2013. He speaks here about the protection Saint Joseph constantly provides in watching over the Church.
Pope's Prayer Intention for March 2020
"Let us pray together that the Church in China may persevere in its faithfulness to the Gospel and grow in unity."
“Be reconciled to God!”
"In the sacrament of Penance, the fire of God’s love consumes the ashes of our sin." Homily of Pope Francis in the Basilica of Santa Sabina, Ash Wednesday, 26 February 2020.
Apostolic Exhortation "Querida Amazonia"
Post-Synodal Apostolic Exhortation "Querida Amazonia" of Pope Francis, with link to the document in pdf format.
"Christ looks upon a wounded humanity into the heart of each person"
Message of Pope Francis for the 28th World Day of the Sick on February 11, feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.
"We need beautiful, true and good stories"
Pope Francis' message for the 54th World Communications Day. "We need stories that reveal who we truly are, also in the untold heroism of everyday life."
"Welcome Christians of another tradition"
In his general audience during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Francis speaks about the "ecumenical" hospitality Paul encountered in the people of Malta.
Promoting Peace in the World
Prayer intention of Pope Francis for the month of January 2020.