Pope Francis on Tuesday led a prayer service asking forgiveness for the failings of the Catholic Church, including treatment by clergy of women and survivors of sexual abuse, as Catholic leaders ...

Francis drew attacks over clergy sexual abuse, the role of women in the church and his stance on abortion, reflecting ...

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It was the second time in as many weeks that Francis has been asked about his views on abortion, which remains a ...

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Pope Francis also doubled down on his traditional views on abortion and praised Catholic abuse victims for their conduct.

Pope Francis has strongly criticized both U.S. presidential candidates over what he calls anti-life policies on abortion and ...

The controversy continues to swell following the shocking statements by Pope Francis on his return from Belgium to Rome and ...

ABOARD THE PAPAL PLANE -- Pope Francis wrapped up a troubled visit to Belgium on Sunday by doubling down on his traditional ...

Pope Francis has doubled down on his traditional views on abortion and women during his in-flight news conference coming home ...

Pope Francis wrapped up a troubled visit to Belgium on Sunday by doubling down on his traditional views on women and abortion ...

Using disproportionate force after being attacked is immoral, Pope Francis said. There are rules, even in war, that should be ...