Pope Francis news

2023 - 11 - 12

Vatican removes Texas bishop critical of Pope Francis' reforms (NPR)

The Vatican has removed from office an outspoken, conservative bishop in Texas who's been openly critical of Pope Francis's reforms in the Catholic Church.

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Pope Francis removes US conservative critic as bishop of Texas town (The Hill)

Francis removed Bishop Joseph Strickland from the pastoral governance of the diocese of Tyler, Texas, and appointed Bishop Joe Vásquez of Austin to serve as a ...

Pope Francis removes conservative Texas bishop | CNN (CNN)

Pope Francis has removed Joseph E. Strickland as the Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, Texas. Strickland had challenged the Pope's leadership over social ...

Pope Francis: Cultivate 'the inner life' rather than appearance and ... (Catholic News Agency)

The pope also warned that today there are many obstacles to having a genuine moment of inward reflection.

Pope Francis: Cultivate the 'Inner Life' Rather Than Appearance and ... (National Catholic Register)

Contemplation is necessary for a healthy spiritual life, the Holy Father said. 'Make room for silence.' He also prayed for those suffering amid war: 'Every ...

Pope Francis removes outspoken conservative Texas bishop (Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

A one-line statement from the Vatican said Francis had “relieved” Bishop Joseph Strickland of the pastoral governance of Tyler and appointed the bishop of ...

Pope at Angelus: Do I nourish the 'oil' of my soul? (Vatican News)

During his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Francis reflects on the Parable of the Ten Virgins, and emphasizes the need to be prepared, by cultivating the ...