Pope Francis urged millions gathered in Manila on Sunday to take care of one another – and help promote peace in the world. Worshippers in ponchos of all colors held up flickering candles in the ...

Youth and students shout "Welcome Pope Francis" after throwing colored powder in the air at the start of the countdown to welcome the Pontiff, Jan. 14, 2015 in Manila, Philippines.

Pope Francis was in the city as part as a five-day visit to the Philippines. On seeing the pontiff enter the shelter, 10-year-old Alvin Atis could not contain his excitement and rushed to greet ...

Reuters People take pictures of the image of Pope Francis displayed on the chapel of Manila Cathedral after the requiem mass, following the Pope's death, in Manila, Philippines, April 22, 2025.

MANILA, April 22 (Reuters) - Filipinos knelt before a framed photo of Pope Francis surrounded by flowers and candles inside the Manila Cathedral on Tuesday for a solemn Mass following his passing.

Underscoring his commitment to helping the poor, Pope Francis made a surprise visit to a Manila children's charity on Friday, meeting with kids who've lived much of their lives on the streets. Rob ...

MANILA— Pope Francis wrapped up a week-long tour of Asia here with a rousing Mass, attended by millions, on a day in which he addressed the issues of climate change and population control—two ...

Pope Leo XIV has said he hopes to meet faithful Catholic youths in person at the next World Youth Day (WYD), which will be ...

The 67-year-old is known by his nickname, Chito, and has more than 40 years in the priesthood. He was named Archbishop of Manila in 2011 and was named a cardinal by Pope Benedict XVI in 2012.

MANILA (Reuters) -Filipinos knelt before a framed photo of Pope Francis surrounded by flowers and candles inside the Manila Cathedral on Tuesday for a solemn Mass following his passing. Some shed ...