BUILT IN THE 4TH CENTURY, this massive Roman church has undergone centuries of change and expansion, and along the way has become home to a... read more →
This is an unusual and rare photograph of the signatures of 28 cardinals in the conclave electing Jorge Bergoglio. The new Pope Francis stands at the... read more →
“The world’s greatest need is someone who will understand that there is no greater conquest than victory over oneself; someone who will realize that real worth is achieved not... read more →
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Retired Pope Benedict XVI returned to the Vatican June 22, five days after flying... read more →
From America Magazine Benedict XVI Makes Surprise Visit to Gravely Ill Brother in Germany In a very surprising move, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, 93, flew to Germany this... read more →
New Marian Feast Has Deep Roots There are three saints who are so significant to the Catholic Church that they have two different... read more →
Celebrating ‘The Source and Summit of Our Faith’ Corpus Christi Sunday Ever since I was a seminarian my personal spirituality has been focused on the Eucharist and... read more →
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We are happy to announce the newest feature on Papal Artifacts: A Few Minutes with a Pope & Fr. Richard Kunst, Curator. This feature was born out of a... read more →
Information about the Papal Ring from Father Richard Kunst, Curator There is a bit of mystery to this... read more →
Pope Pius VII: Ornate Chalice with “Maker’s Mark” The chalice is a very... read more →
June 5, 1944: The Anniversary of the Liberation of Rome The item is a small folder containing an image of Pope Pius XII and... read more →
Papal Artifacts honors Pope Benedict XVI's desire to set aside the Thursday after Pentecost with a feast to help Catholics reflect on the priesthood and to pray for priests.... read more →