Pope Francis Canonizes Spanish Missionary Junipero Serra
Pope Francis makes the first Latin American Catholic a saint at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., Wednesday.
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The Complicated History Of Popes And U.S. Presidents
Pope Francis' visit to Washington marks the 29th time a pope has sat down for a meeting with a president of the United States. As usual, politics will provide the backdrop.
Pope Francis' Inclusive Tone Speaks To Hot Button U.S. Political Issues
Pope Francis has deliberately worked to change the tone of the Catholic church on social positions, climate change, economics and migrant issues in a way that electrified Catholics and non-Catholics.
Pope-Watchers Stake Out D.C. Parade Route
Renee Montagne talks with NPR's Jennifer Ludden, who is out among the crowds in Washington, D.C., ahead of Pope Francis' visit to the White House.
Before Crowd Of Thousands, Pope Delivers Remarks On White House Lawn
NPR's Don Gonyea discusses the relationship between popes and presidents with Renee Montagne. They also have the latest news on Pope Francis' remarks at the White House on Wednesday.
Sun Shines On Pope's Speech, As Obama Lays Out A Warm Welcome
On a beautiful sunny day, in front of a massive crowd, President Obama greeted Pope Francis at the White House. For more details, Renee Montagne speaks with NPR's Scott Horsley at the White House.
GOP Presidential Hopefuls Walk Delicate Line On Pope Francis
There are more Catholic Republicans than ever running for president, but not all have embraced Pope Francis' more liberal statements and theology.
What To Watch For During Pope Francis' U.S. Visit
Pope Francis arrives in the U.S. on Tuesday. From his reception at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to a meeting with immigrants in Philadelphia, here's a look at moments that could prove momentous.
Pope Francis Arrives In U.S. After Visit To Cuba
Pope Francis arrived Tuesday for his first-ever trip to the United States. He came from Cuba, whose warming relations with the U.S. are due in part to papal mediation.
Pope Francis Arrives At Joint Base Andrews
Pope Francis touched down just before 4 p.m. ET. President Obama and first lady Michelle Obama met him on the tarmac.