Francis risks cementing the impression among detractors that he remains resistant to meaningful change.
Religion and Values
Vatican defrocks former Cardinal McCarrick for abuse
He becomes the highest-ranking churchman and the first cardinal punished by dismissal from the clerical state.
Bombshell book alleges a Vatican gay subculture, hypocrisy
A gay French writer has lifted the lid on what he calls one of the world’s largest gay communities, the Vatican.
Pope Francis will meet with migrants in Morocco
He will also visit a training institute for imams that seeks to be a bulwark against Islamic extremism.
Maine Episcopalians elect openly gay bishop
One of five finalists, the Rev. Thomas James Brown ‘clearly … made an impression.’ He expects to be consecrated in June.
Pakistani woman cleared of blasphemy remains locked up
Asia Bibi is unable to leave the country to join her daughters in Canada.
Pope in UAE for historic trip after call for Yemen relief
The pontiff travels to Abu Dhabi to participate in a conference on interreligious dialogue.
Vatican magazine denounces sexual abuse of nuns by priests
Women Church World says religious sisters have been silenced for years for fear of retaliation if they report those who molested them.
In Panama City, Pope Francis calls for ‘culture of greater transparency’ among public officials
As much as 1 percent of Panama’s gross domestic product is said to have been lost to various corruption schemes during Ricardo Martinelli’s presidency.
Pope Francis: Fear of migration ‘makes us crazy’
The pontiff is starting his Central American trip in Panama.