St. Peter's Basilica
Pope: Easter gives hope in our 'darkest hour,' despite fear
Easter offers a message of hope in people's "darkest hour," Pope Francis said, as he celebrated a late-night vigil Mass Saturday in St. Peter's Basilica, with the public barred because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
4 years ago
Pope: Reject "god of money," focus on serving others
Pope Francis is advising people to reject "the god of money" as well as of that consumerism, pleasure, success and self.
4 years ago
Joyous Congolese dances, songs enliven St. Peter's Basilica
Joyous Congolese dancing and singing have enlivened St. Peter's Basilica, as Pope Francis celebrated a special Mass for Catholics from the violence-wracked African nation and denounced arms suppliers for helping to fuel the conflict.
4 years ago