Pope Francis

The inside story of the St Mary’s revival

When Francis Campbell was appointed vice-chancellor two years ago, the Catholic university was in crisis. Now revenues are up and so are student numbers
Amy-Jo Crowley

For years Pius XII has been smeared. The BBC retraction shows the tide is turning

Major historians such as Sir Martin Gilbert have demolished the myths first perpetrated by the Soviet Union
William Doino Jr

The West shares the responsibility for Aleppo's tragedy

Fragile countries have collapsed into civil war and flailing politicians have proved incapable of stopping the mayhem
Fr Alexander Lucie-Smith

Texas bishops and cemeteries developing burial options for aborted children

New state regulations require the interment of the remains of all children who are lost through abortion or miscarriage at a healthcare facility
Catholic News Service

Pope uses sign language to send Christmas message to deaf Catholics

In the video message, the Pope asks deaf and hearing-impaired people to pray for him
Staff Reporter

Pope Francis criticises self-righteous clerics

The Pope said there is a 'spirit of clericalism' in those priests who 'feel superior and distance themselves from the people'
Catholic News Service

Pope remembers Opus Dei head as 'paternal and generous' witness

Pope Francis has expressed condolences to Opus Dei members following the death of Bishop Javier Echevarria
Catholic News Service

Aleppo Monastery damaged in bombardment, but no injuries reported

A vigil Mass that was due to take place at the monastery had been moved to a different church
John Newton

Pope to celebrate birthday with Mass and meetings

Francis will celebrate Mass in the Paoline Chapel of the Apostolic Palace
Associated Press

Diocese of East Anglia plans to open eight new Catholic free schools

Following the Government's announcement on free school admissions, the diocese has unveiled its plans for new schools
Staff Reporter