Tag: Church
Pope Francis, Who Sought a More Pastoral Church, Laid to Rest...
In a solemn and majestic funeral on the steps of St. Peter’s Basilica, the Roman Catholic Church on Saturday laid to rest Pope Francis,...
Pope Francis advanced women within a church that remains deeply patriarchal
VATICAN CITY — One of Pope Francis’ most significant legacies is his elevation of women to high-level positions at the Vatican, in roles historically held only by men.The appointments were...
Francis Wanted a Church of the Poor and Put It Into...
Throughout his papacy, Francis was an outspoken advocate for the downtrodden. Shortly after he was elected in 2013 he said, “How I would like...
Pope Francis’ death leaves Catholic Church at a crossroads after he...
For Elijah Smith, who grew up Lutheran and Southern Baptist, Pope Francis' teachings centering on social justice and recognition of the marginalized helped to...
