A missionary priest killed in Guatemala in 1981 has moved a step closer to being named a saint after Pope Francis declared him the first American martyr. (Click Title for Full Story)

The Vatican now has its first “all female” association, an initiative that has been four years in the making, after overcoming internal resistance from men and women alike. (Click Title for Full Story)

The Vatican has launched a new website detailing its efforts to protect children from sexual abuse by clergy, including guidelines for verifying people's identities when recruiting clergy. (Click Title for Full Story)