The demonstration followed protests by hardline Muslims against the city's minority Christian governor

Pope Francis also lamented 'brain drain' caused by bright students leaving poor countries

Francis was speaking at a service to mark the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation

Pope Francis will take part in ecumenical events to mark the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation.

Making the murdered French priest a saint will also challenge Catholics to ask themselves, am I prepared to die in God's service?

The Joint Commission for Theological Dialogue announced a substantial agreement but healing the historic schism still requires plenty of work

Bishops have issued pastoral guidelines for clergy dealing with Catholics who are considering euthanasia or assisted suicide

The Pope offered prayers for Sister Isabel Sola Matas during the canonisation Mass for Mother Teresa