Pope Francis marks 12 years as head of Catholic Church

Pope Francis marks 12 remarkable years leading the Catholic Church from his hospital room
As he enters his 13th year as pope, Francis stands tall as the moral authority in today’s world, a voice pleading for humanity, peace and respect for the dignity of all people.
Pope Francis marks 12 years as head of Catholic church in hospital
The leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics is recovering from double pneumonia at Rome’s Gemelli hospital.
High anxiety and whispers of a conclave: How the Vatican is dealing with Pope Francis’ hospitalization
With Pope Francis entering his fourth week in hospital, those working in the Apostolic Palace are grappling with the continuing uncertainty over the pope’s health. The same is true for everyone in the Vatican.
Pope spends 12th anniversary as head of Catholic church in hospital as recovery continues
Pope Francis has begun his 28th consecutive day in hospital on the 12th anniversary of when he was elected pope in 2013 following five ballots in a papal conclave.
Who's who at the Vatican? Here's what to know amid Pope Francis health concerns
For more than two weeks, eyes have been on the Vatican, awaiting news about Pope Francis' health. The pope has been at Rome's Gemelli Hospital since Feb. 14, 2025, being treated for double pneumonia and other complications.
Pope Francis Health: Vatican Gives Monday Morning Update
Despite his hospitalization, Francis has been actively participating in the Vatican's Lenten spiritual retreat remotely via videoconference. The retreat, which began Sunday, is led by Father Roberto Pasolini and focuses on "The hope of eternal life." While Francis can see and hear the sessions, those present in the Vatican cannot see or hear him.
Pope Francis Notching Important Milestones This Week as He Recovers From Pneumonia in Rome Hospital
The recovery of Pope Francis from double pneumonia continued Wednesday as he inched toward notching some important milestones in his papacy: The 12th anniversary Thursday of his election as pope and a near-record in length of hospital stays for a pontiff.
Pope had another restful night in hospital says Vatican
Pope Francis had another restful night in Rome's Gemelli hospital, where he is spending the 12th anniversary of his election as the head of the Catholic Church, the Holy See Press Office said on Thursday.
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Vatican could be close to decision in Rupnik case, report says
Ex-Jesuit Father Marko Rupnik has been accused of abusing adult women who were under his spiritual care as part of a ...
The pope’s improving condition confirmed with a chest X-ray, Vatican says
Pope Francis’ recovery from double pneumonia continues. As a chest X-ray has confirmed improvement. Doctors earlier this week ...
Vatican Gives Critical Pope Francis Health Update on 12th Anniversary of His Papacy
The Vatican has released a health update on Pope Francis 12 years after he was first elected to lead the Roman Catholic Church.
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Podcast: Pope Francis’ recovery and the church’s stance on gender dysphoria
On “Inside the Vatican,” Ricardo da Silva, S.J., talks with Gerard O’Connell about Pope Francis’ latest health updates and ...
Pope No Longer in Immediate Danger From Illnesses, Vatican Says
Though his condition had improved, he will remain in the hospital for further treatment, the Vatican said in a statement.
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Vision of Pope Francis has signalled shift in how Vatican views women in leadership
Do recent reforms signify a genuine commitment to inclusivity or are they merely symbolic gestures aimed at appeasing critics, ask Dr Bronagh McShane in an article first published in the Irish Times.
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Vatican expresses solidarity with Muslims during Ramadan fast
Our world is thirsting for fraternity and genuine dialogue,” a March 7 message from the Vatican’s Dicastery for ...
Pope's condition remains 'stationary' on 27th day in hospital, Vatican says
The pope rested peacefully overnight as he began his 27th consecutive day in the hospital Wednesday morning, the Vatican said.