Pope Francis

Pope Francis and the Vatican have issued a statement that the Catholic Church can not bless or oversee same-sex marriages, according to Vatican News.

Santos Colon Jr., a 17-year-old from Lindenwold, pleaded guilty as an adult.

Pope Francis has arrived in the area and will be visiting Philadelphia this weekend. While being part of the pilgrimage to the City of Brotherly Love to see the pope may not be for you, there are other ways to get into the spirit of the weekend.

On Friday, many Twitter users noted that it seemed like small rainbow was appearing over parts of New York City, as the pope visited. It wasn't exactly a rainbow, but the photos are beautiful.

Have you noticed a lot of Eagles green around Long Branch in the last day or so? Well, there's a good reason for it, and it involves the Pope, the Philadelphia Eagles, and Monmouth University.

Growing up Catholic there has always been a tight connection with the Pope ..... I made my First Communion at St. Joseph's Church in Toms River, made my Confirmation at St. Mary's in Manahawkin and was Married at St. Theresa's in Tuckerton .... ...

With the impending arrival of Pope Francis this weekend in Philadelphia, many South Jersey hospitals are working with planning officials to prepare for the huge crowds and expected logistical hurdles.

Pope Francis is coming to northeast in two weeks, and preparations are underway across the region for his arrival. Is Pope Francis' visit affecting your plans?

When Pope Francis visits the region at the end of this month, it’s expected to cause a lot of traffic congestion and hazards for Garden State drivers.

The Philadelphia region will be swamped later this month when Pope Francis makes his first visit to the United States, and nearby South Jersey is hoping to cash in on the eventful weekend.