One might criticize Pope Francis' statements about the war in Gaza, but they should not be confused with the question of the Catholic Church’s relationship with the Jewish people.

The Vatican has been trying for years to debunk the idea that its vaunted secret archives are all that secret. But a certain aura of myth and mystery has persisted — until now.

They will continue to focus on the theme: “For a synodal church: communion, participation and mission.”

Many readers agreed with the editors that “Fiducia Supplicans” allows the church to accompany all people who seek God's blessing, but others were skeptical about the declaration’s efficacy and impact on church unity.

He said he told the pope, “I could spend all day here talking to you,” and Francis replied, “So could I!”

Gerry and Ricardo analyze the pope’s meeting with his council of cardinal advisors, to which a female Anglican bishop was invited to speak about women’s ordination.