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The appointment also includes the positions of vicar general for Vatican City and president of the Fabric of St. Peter.

The Holy See Press Office announced on Monday the date of the pontiff’s hospitalization for surgery.

He emphasized that the protection of society and the application of justice can be guaranteed without resorting to capital punishment.

Fifteen-year-old Carlo Acutis died within a week of being diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukemia. Following his beatification, his doctors and hospital chaplain recalled their memories of his final days.

Prayers for the pope’s health have been pouring in from all over the world.

Doctors comment on the pontiff’s news about his upcoming lung surgery.

A survey of nearly 2,000 Australian Catholics found many still pray and value their faith, while priorities, faith crises, and problems with clergy keep them from Mass.

The pontiff says doctors detected the nodule at a very early stage and have recommended surgery, which is scheduled for the coming days.

From Turkey's Sumela Monastery, built against a cliff, to Ethiopia’s rock-hewn church reached by a difficult climb, some Christian pilgrimage sites make the journey itself part of the experience.

“Nobody wants a return to the past,” Member of Parliament Chris Bryant said in ruling against the planned march down Garvaghy Road.