AP News Summary at 6:23 p.m. EDT

Pope Francis confronted his worries by greeting the crowd in St. Peter’s Square and later expressed gratitude for the meaningful encounter, a recent report reveals.

SIU’s Father Brown: Pope Francis’ legacy is advocating for the marginalized, forgotten

Father Joseph A. Brown of SIU Carbondale reflects on Pope Francis’ enduring legacy of advocating for dignity and marginalized people worldwide.

SIU’s Father Brown: Pope Francis’ legacy is advocating for the marginalized, forgotten

Francis Worked to Make Catholic Church More Inclusive

Pope Francis has aimed to make the Catholic Church more welcoming, global, and collegial, marking a significant shift from the doctrinaire and traditional approaches of his predecessors. His efforts seek to transform the church’s presence and influence in the modern world.

Francis Worked to Make Catholic Church More Inclusive

Frail Pope Francis takes to popemobile to greet Easter crowd

Despite his frail health, Pope Francis made a much-hoped-for appearance on Easter Sunday, calling for freedom of thought and tolerance and delighting the faithful by circling St Peter’s Square in his popemobile.

Frail Pope Francis takes to popemobile to greet Easter crowd

JD Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after flap over migration

On Easter Sunday, JD Vance met with Pope Francis following sharp disagreements over migration and the Trump administration’s plans to deport migrants en masse.

JD Vance meets Pope Francis on Easter Sunday after flap over migration

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to faithful in appearance at St Peter’s Square

Pope Francis made a stirring appearance before thousands at St Peter’s Square on Easter Sunday. The 88-year-old pontiff, whose frail health had kept him from most Holy Week events, defied expectations to lead the faithful in celebration.

Pope wishes ‘Happy Easter’ to faithful in appearance at St Peter’s Square

Pope elevates Baltimore cleric to leadership of Rhode Island diocese

Pope Francis has appointed the Most Rev. Bruce Lewandowski, an auxiliary bishop from Baltimore, as the new leader of the 153-year-old Diocese of Providence. Known for his service to Baltimore’s Spanish-speaking Catholic community, Bishop Lewandowski’s appointment marks a significant moment for the Church.

Pope elevates Baltimore cleric to leadership of Rhode Island diocese

Pope Francis Health: Vatican Gives Wednesday Morning Update

Pope Francis continues to recover from double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, as the Vatican reports he had a restful night. His hospitalization coincides with significant milestones, including the 12th anniversary of his election, while raising questions about the future of his papacy.

Pope Francis Health: Vatican Gives Wednesday Morning Update