As Pope Francis remains hospitalized in Rome, thousands of faithful from around the world have been gathering by St.

Ash Wednesday is a holy day of reflection and repentance in the Christian faith. Believers observe the day by fasting and receiving ashes in the shape of a cross on their forehead.

St. Francis is the medieval Catholic saint whose spirituality focused on loving the poor, creation, and peace.

As Pope Francis continues his recovery from illness, Catholics around the Ohio Valley, including at Franciscan University, are expressing their love and gratitu

Catholic leader has packed the College of Cardinals – responsible for the papal vote after his death – with men in his own image

Pope Francis' approach to LGBTQ issues marked a major, if mixed, shift in tone for the Catholic Church -- from scorn to tolerance and acceptance.

By Paul A. Tenkotte, PhD Special to NKyTribune Ashes on foreheads on Ash Wednesday, “fish frys” on Fridays, passion plays, and the annual “Praying the Steps” on Good Friday at Holy Cross-Immaculata Catholic Church on Mt.

Pope Francis is arguably one of the most progressive popes to lead the Catholic Church. His position on LGBTQ+ people shook up centuries of negative views of the community. Admittedly, he still makes missteps when discussing certain topics.

Pope Francis has been dubbed over the years the “woke pope”, drawing global attention for his progressive views on many controversial issues including LGBTQI rights to priest celibacy while demanding urgent action to be taken on climate change.

As Pope Francis remains in critical condition at Gemelli Hospital in Rome - still in charge of the Vatican and the worldwide Roman Catholic church - millions of the devout are praying for his full recovery,

The pope has been hospitalized for over a week at Rome's Gemelli Hospital in critical condition for a respiratory infection.

As of this writing, the world is keeping vigil and offering prayers for the pope during his pulmonary issues, and so many have turned to Saint Bernardino of Siena for support in these worrisome times. That is because this underappreciated and austere 15th century saint is considered the patron saint of those with chest or lung issues.