Pope Francis to celebrate installation at 3:30 a.m. Milwaukee time
(CNN) -- Pope Francis will celebrate his installation on Tuesday, March 19th in Rome.
(CNN) -- Pope Francis will celebrate his installation on Tuesday, March 19th in Rome.
Pope Francis meets with leader of his native Argentina
(CNN) -- Pope Francis met at the Vatican on Monday with the leader of his native Argentina, President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner -- a figure with whom Francis clashed publicly in the past over social issues.The Argentine president is among a number of world leaders scheduled to be at the Vatican for Francis' inauguration on Tuesday.When he was archbishop of Buenos Aires, Francis clashed with the Argentine government over his opposition to same-sex marriage and free distribution of contraceptives.
(CNN) -- Pope Francis met at the Vatican on Monday with the leader of his native Argentina, President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner -- a figure with whom Francis clashed publicly in the past over social issues.The Argentine president is among a number of world leaders scheduled to be at the Vatican for Francis' inauguration on Tuesday.When he was archbishop of Buenos Aires, Francis clashed with the Argentine government over his opposition to same-sex marriage and free distribution of contraceptives.
A day of prayer, song, pomp to welcome new pope
ROME (CNN) -- The Vatican geared up for the inauguration of the pope on Tuesday, a ceremony ushering in a new era for the Roman Catholic Church.Anticipation mounted among the faithful across the globe awaiting a joyous and solemn chapter of Christian history.
ROME (CNN) -- The Vatican geared up for the inauguration of the pope on Tuesday, a ceremony ushering in a new era for the Roman Catholic Church.Anticipation mounted among the faithful across the globe awaiting a joyous and solemn chapter of Christian history.
Installation for Pope Francis set for Tuesday, March 19th
HALES CORNERS (WITI) -- A new era for the Catholic church began on Sunday, March 17th.
HALES CORNERS (WITI) -- A new era for the Catholic church began on Sunday, March 17th.
Pope Francis delivers inaugural Angelus to Catholics worldwide
ROME (CNN) -- Thousands of Catholics waving flags from around the world packed St.
ROME (CNN) -- Thousands of Catholics waving flags from around the world packed St.
Vatican denies claim that Pope Francis failed to protect priests
VATICAN CITY (CNN) -- The Vatican pushed back Friday against claims that Pope Francis failed to protect two fellow Jesuit priests who were kidnapped during Argentina's military dictatorship.The accusations have resurfaced since the Argentine cardinal's unexpected election to the papacy two days ago.A book by investigative reporter Horacio Verbitsky accuses Francis, who was then referred to as Jorge Mario Bergoglio and was head of the country's Jesuit order but not yet a bishop, of deliberately failing to protect two Jesuit priests who were imprisoned by the government.But the Rev.
VATICAN CITY (CNN) -- The Vatican pushed back Friday against claims that Pope Francis failed to protect two fellow Jesuit priests who were kidnapped during Argentina's military dictatorship.The accusations have resurfaced since the Argentine cardinal's unexpected election to the papacy two days ago.A book by investigative reporter Horacio Verbitsky accuses Francis, who was then referred to as Jorge Mario Bergoglio and was head of the country's Jesuit order but not yet a bishop, of deliberately failing to protect two Jesuit priests who were imprisoned by the government.But the Rev.
Pope Francis meets with all cardinals ahead of installation
VATICAN CITY (CNN) -- After the pomp and activities surrounding his election as pontiff, Pope Francis may get his first quiet day Friday when he meets with familiar faces -- all the cardinals.The meeting in the late morning is the only event on his calendar for the day.He can likely use some rest before Tuesday, when St.
VATICAN CITY (CNN) -- After the pomp and activities surrounding his election as pontiff, Pope Francis may get his first quiet day Friday when he meets with familiar faces -- all the cardinals.The meeting in the late morning is the only event on his calendar for the day.He can likely use some rest before Tuesday, when St.
The new pope's first day: Mass with the cardinals
ATICAN CITY (CNN) -- A man of many firsts, Pope Francis on Thursday joined the cardinals who elected him to celebrate his first Mass as pontiff.When Jorge Bergoglio stepped onto the balcony at the Vatican on Wednesday evening to reveal himself as the new leader of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics, he made history as the first non-European pope of the modern era, the first from Latin America, the first Jesuit and the first to assume the name Francis.Thursday is low-key by comparison.Francis began the day by praying at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, a place of special significance for the Jesuits.The Mass with the cardinals in the Sistine Chapel will probably provide further insights into his vision as he gives his first homily, or sermon, as pope.His next public appearance is likely to be Sunday.
ATICAN CITY (CNN) -- A man of many firsts, Pope Francis on Thursday joined the cardinals who elected him to celebrate his first Mass as pontiff.When Jorge Bergoglio stepped onto the balcony at the Vatican on Wednesday evening to reveal himself as the new leader of the world's 1.2 billion Catholics, he made history as the first non-European pope of the modern era, the first from Latin America, the first Jesuit and the first to assume the name Francis.Thursday is low-key by comparison.Francis began the day by praying at the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, a place of special significance for the Jesuits.The Mass with the cardinals in the Sistine Chapel will probably provide further insights into his vision as he gives his first homily, or sermon, as pope.His next public appearance is likely to be Sunday.
Religious leader close to Cardinal Dolan says he is embracing Pope Francis
WHITEFISH BAY (WITI) -- One day after being elected pope, Pope Francis led the College of Cardinals in Mass at the Sistine Chapel in Rome on Thursday, March 14th.It is the beginning of a new era in the Catholic Church.
WHITEFISH BAY (WITI) -- One day after being elected pope, Pope Francis led the College of Cardinals in Mass at the Sistine Chapel in Rome on Thursday, March 14th.It is the beginning of a new era in the Catholic Church.
Catholics at St. Francis of Assisi Parish excited pope chose name "Francis"
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There is a lot in a name!
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- There is a lot in a name!
Five things to know about Pope Francis
(CNN) -- From the Vatican to Buenos Aires, Catholics worldwide rejoiced when Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio became the new pope.He's the first Jesuit and the first Latin American in modern times to lead the world's 1.2 billion Catholics.But in some ways, he's just a normal guy.Here are five things to know about Pope Francis:1.
(CNN) -- From the Vatican to Buenos Aires, Catholics worldwide rejoiced when Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio became the new pope.He's the first Jesuit and the first Latin American in modern times to lead the world's 1.2 billion Catholics.But in some ways, he's just a normal guy.Here are five things to know about Pope Francis:1.
Cardinal Dolan shares his thoughts on selection of new pope
VATICAN CITY (WITI) -- Cardinal Timothy Dolan is excited about the naming of the new pope -- and what it means for the Roman Catholic church.Cardinal Dolan told reporters on Wednesday evening, that the word Catholic means everybody, all-embracing.
VATICAN CITY (WITI) -- Cardinal Timothy Dolan is excited about the naming of the new pope -- and what it means for the Roman Catholic church.Cardinal Dolan told reporters on Wednesday evening, that the word Catholic means everybody, all-embracing.
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Jesuit-based Marquette University officials excited for Jesuit pope
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The new pope, Pope Francis, is a Jesuit.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The new pope, Pope Francis, is a Jesuit.
Students at Nativity Jesuit school can relate to Latin American pope
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- One could say newly-appointed Pope Francis is molded in Marcos Mayorga's image.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- One could say newly-appointed Pope Francis is molded in Marcos Mayorga's image.
Catholics saying "change is good" following selection of Pope Francis
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- After the papal selection at the Vatican in Rome on Wednesday, March 13th, some Catholics are saying change is good.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- After the papal selection at the Vatican in Rome on Wednesday, March 13th, some Catholics are saying change is good.
Papal announcement draws people away from workouts at YMCA
BROWN DEER (WITI) -- Most heard the news that a new leader for the Catholic church has been selected.
BROWN DEER (WITI) -- Most heard the news that a new leader for the Catholic church has been selected.
New pope creates new demand for religious art, artifacts
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The naming of a new pope is creating new demand for religious art and artifacts.The phones began ringing off the hook at Stemper's in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon -- after Pope Francis met the public.
MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- The naming of a new pope is creating new demand for religious art and artifacts.The phones began ringing off the hook at Stemper's in Milwaukee's Bay View neighborhood on Wednesday afternoon -- after Pope Francis met the public.
Catholic Memorial students react to non-European pope selection
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The anticipation of a new pope being selected was palpable inside Waukesha's Catholic Memorial High School on Wednesday, March 13th.
WAUKESHA (WITI) -- The anticipation of a new pope being selected was palpable inside Waukesha's Catholic Memorial High School on Wednesday, March 13th.
Fr. Kitzke with Old St. Mary's Parish provides insight on papal selection
BROWN DEER (WITI) -- Jorge Bergoglio was selected as pope on Wednesday, March 13th, and adopted the name "Francis."76-year-old Bergoglio, who served as archbishop of Buenos Aires, took the name Francis shortly after being elected by cardinals in what was apparently the fifth round of voting on the second day of the conclave.Father Tim Kitzke of Old St.
BROWN DEER (WITI) -- Jorge Bergoglio was selected as pope on Wednesday, March 13th, and adopted the name "Francis."76-year-old Bergoglio, who served as archbishop of Buenos Aires, took the name Francis shortly after being elected by cardinals in what was apparently the fifth round of voting on the second day of the conclave.Father Tim Kitzke of Old St.