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Pope: Holy See will work to return Ukrainian children taken to Russia

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis speaks to journalists traveling with him on the return flight to Rome from his Apostolic Journey to Hungary, and discusses the Holy See’s efforts to facilitate a truce in Ukraine and the return of Ukrainian children from Russia, as well as his recent hospitalization and recovery. Read all

Pope thanks Our Lady for protection on Apostolic Visit to Hungary

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis returns to Rome at the conclusion of his 41st Apostolic Visit abroad, which took him to the EU nation of Hungary, and prays at the Basilica of St. Mary Major in gratitude for his safe journey. Read all

Pope's plea for openness resonates in Hungary following his Apostolic Visit

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis bids farewell to the people of Hungary on Sunday, wrapping up a three-day Apostolic Visit during which he encouraged them to remain open to people from other countries and to grow in fraternity in order to pursue peace. Read all

Pope Francis bids farewell to Hungary

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis departs from Hungary following a three-day Apostolic Visit during which he emphasized the need for fraternity, openness and inclusion. Read all

Pope to Hungary's academicians: Knowledge is humility, justice and peace

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis addresses Hungary's academicians and scientists at the last public event of his Apostolic Visit, and urges them to always be humble and recall that knowledge is truth and that truth is freedom. Read all

The people of Paraguay vote for President

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Electorate of Paraguay goes to the polls to choose a new President. The economy, corruption and diplomatic relations shape the vote. Read all

Day 3 in Hungary - Our correspondent reports on Pope's Mass in Budapest

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our correspondent in Budapest, Deborah Castellano Lubov, reports from Pope Francis' Mass at Kossuth Lajos Square in Budapest, as he near the end of his three-day Apostolic Journey to Hungary. Read all

Pope thanks Hungarians for welcome, prays for peace in nearby Ukraine

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Praying the Regina Coeli at the conclusion of Mass in Budapest, Pope Francis thanks the authorities and people of Hungary for their warm welcome, and prays for peace across the European continent, especially in neighboring Ukraine. Read all

Pope at Mass in Hungary: Christ calls us by name and sends us forth

Posted on April 30, 2023 in: Vatican News

Celebrating Sunday Mass in Budapest’s historic Kossuth Lajos Square, Pope Francis reflects on the image of the Good Shepherd, who knows His sheep and calls them by name, and then sends us forth to be witnesses of the Gospel. Read all

Inside look at Pope's second day in Hungary

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our correspondent in Budapest, Deborah Castellano Lubov, takes a look at the second day of Pope Francis' Apostolic Journey to Hungary. Read all

Day 2 in Hungary - After Pope's meeting with young people

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our correspondent in Budapest, Deborah Castellano Lubov, reports from Pope Francis' encounter with young Hungarians, as he encouraged them to be peacemakers and that Jesus always loves and forgives them. Read all

Pope tells young Hungarians to aim high in life

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis meets with young people at the Papp László Sport Arena in Budapest and encourages them to “aim high in life”, reminding them that no one can take their place in the history of the Church and the world. Read all

Pope meets with Metropolitan Hilarion in Budapest

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis holds a “cordial” meeting at the Apostolic Nunciature with the Russian Orthodox Metropolitan Archbishop of Budapest and Hungary, who previously served as the head of the Department of External Relations of the Patriarchate of Moscow. Read all

Hungary's young people appreciate Pope's "clear voice to guide them"

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Father Fabry Kornel, the Director of Hungary's National Pastoral Institute, stresses the importance of Pope Francis' visit for young people, especially in an era in which it is so easy to lose their identity. Read all

The Lord's Day Reflection: 'True gate to the Good is the Holy Spirit’s voice’

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Jonathan Montaldo offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “The true gate to the Good is the Holy Spirit’s voice”. Read all

Pope Francis blesses Greek Catholic Church in Hungary

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis pays a visit to the Greek Catholic community in Budapest, as he prays with the Catholics of the Byzantine rite in the Church of the Protection of the Mother of God. Read all

Day 2 in Hungary - Our correspondent on Pope's meeting with children

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our correspondent in Budapest, Deborah Castellano Lubov, reports from outside St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church about Pope Francis' meeting with blind children and children with special needs at the Blessed Laszlo Institute, and on his visit with refugees and people assisted by the Church's charitable organizations. Read all

Pope in Hungary: 'Church must speak the language of charity'

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

On the second day of Pope Francis’ Apostolic Visit to Hungary, he meets with a group of refugees and poor people assisted by Catholic associations, and says genuine faith challenges us to encounter the poor and speak the language of charity. Read all

Pope Francis visits Blessed Laszlo home for blind children in Budapest

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis makes a private visit to the Blessed László Batthyány-Strattmann Institute, a centre for blind children and children with disabilities in Budapest, and thanks the Hungarian children for their songs and witness of life. Read all

Hungary’s Blessed László Institute: ‘The children are waiting for someone they already know’

Posted on April 29, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an interview with Vatican News, Inotay György, organizing Pope Francis’ visit to the disabled and blind children of the Blessed László Batthyány-Strattmann Institute, says 'the children are waiting for someone they already know,' and that faith is key to the institute's life and activities. Mr. György had run the Church-run Institute, until being named the Director of the Koszisz organization w...

Inside look at Pope's first day in Hungary

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our correspondent in Budapest, Deborah Castellano Lubov, takes a look at the first day of Pope Francis' Apostolic Journey to Hungary, during which he met with the country's civil authorities and the local Church's clergy and consecrated religious. Read all

Pope Francis to Church leaders in Hungary: Risen Christ is the future

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Meeting with Hungarian bishops, priests, deacons, consecrated men and women, seminarians, and pastoral workers, Pope Francis calls for “the grace of discernment,” to enable us to approach our own times with openness and a” prophetic spirit”. Read all

Day 1 in Hungary - After Pope's meeting with authorities

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our correspondent in Budapest, Deborah Castellano Lubov, reports about Pope Francis' powerful words calling for 'creative solutions for peace' as he spoke to Hungary's civil authorities. Read all

Pope Francis upholds "Billings Revolution"

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

In a message to participants in the WOOMB International Congress Rome on the Billings Method, Pope Francis highlights its ongoing contribution to the understanding of human sexuality and to a fuller appreciation of the relational and procreative dimensions of the couple, saying that use of methods based on the natural rhythms of fertility should be encouraged. Read all ...

‘Where are creative efforts for peace?‘

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Vatican News’ editorial director reflects on Pope Francis’ first official discourse to authorities upon his arrival in Hungary, where he is undertaking his 41st apostolic journey abroad. Read all

Pope urges Hungarian authorities to look beyond national boundaries

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis addresses members of the Diplomatic Corps and Civil Society in Hungary and reminds them that their country and capital have a history of pain, of beauty and a of a welcome which reflects the teachings of Christ. Read all

Hungarian Parliamentarian for Ukraine: 'Pope Francis' support gives great hope'

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis' support is well known, says the representative of the Ukrainian minority in the Hungarian Parliament. She explains how the Pope's countless appeals for peace and closeness for her suffering countrymen and women have been a source of hope for a religious people who have faith they will be able to return home. Read all

Pope meets with Hungarian President and Prime Minister

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Pope's first stop on his visit to Hungary was Sándor Palace, the official residence of President Katalin Novák Read all

Sr. Jennifer Berridge: Helping people transition from hospital to home

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Catholic Charities runs a program at a hospital in the US state of West Virginia which effectively reduces repeat hospitalizations, and plans on extending it to two other hospitals. Read all

Pope to journalists on flight to Hungary: 'Weeds never die!'

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

The papal flight from Rome touches down at International Airport as Pope Francis arrives in Hungary for his 41st Apostolic Journey abroad. On board the flight he greets journalists and answers a couple of questions including one on his health and one on the "Emananuela Orlandi" case and accusations against Pope St. John Paul II that he described as "nonsense". Read all ...

Pope Francis begins visit to Hungary in hopes of building bridges

Posted on April 28, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis sets off on his three-day Apostolic Visit to Hungary aboard the papal plane bound for Budapest, following a meeting at the Casa Santa Marta with a group of 15 homeless people. Read all

Great anticipation for Pope Francis in Budapest

Posted on April 27, 2023 in: Vatican News

As Pope Francis prepares to depart for Hungary, our correspondent in Budapest takes a look at the joy of the Hungarian faithful, who are eager to welcome the Holy Father back to their territory. Read all

Parolin: The Pope goes to Hungary as a pilgrim of peace

Posted on April 27, 2023 in: Vatican News

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin says Pope Francis’ three-day visit to Budapest will demonstrate his commitment to building up a more fraternal society in a Europe wounded by war and experiencing “the greatest crisis of refugees since the Second World War.” Read all

Hungary migration expert: We all must work for peaceful coexistence

Posted on April 27, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Director of Foreign Affairs of the Hungarian Charity Service of the Order of Malta recognizes Pope Francis' attention and understanding of migration issues, and highlights the Catholic Church's role as a global peacemaker. Read all

Ivory Coast: the role of new communities in evangelisation.

Posted on April 27, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Institut de Théologie de la Compagnie de Jésus, Abidjan is organising from 28 to 30 April 2023 an international conference on ecclesial communities and apostolic associations in Côte d'Ivoire and Africa. The aim is to increase the understanding of these initiatives within the Church’s evangelising mission. Read all

Hollerich on Synod: Discovering unity in serving God and people

Posted on April 27, 2023 in: Vatican News

The relator general of the Synod on synodality, Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich of Luxemburg, explains the changes in the upcoming General Assembly, emphasizing how the Church is called to be missionary with all its diversity, while always keeping Christ in the centre. Read all

Eternity – What’s Next? Faith leaders reflect

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

Ahead of an interfaith event on the subject of eternity, the Archbishop of Birmingham discusses the importance of interreligious dialogue, and offers some personal reflections on the subject of life after death. Read all

Synod: Laymen and laywomen eligible to vote at General Assembly

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Secretariat for the Synod announces that 70 “non-bishop members” appointed by the Pope—half of whom will be women—will be able to vote at the Synod General Assembly in October. Read all

Chinese and Ukrainian leaders talk peace as bloodshed continues

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

The president of war-torn Ukraine says he has held a meaningful dialogue with China's leader after Beijing unveiled a peace plan to end the armed conflict between Kyiv and Moscow. But there are no signs yet of peace returning to the frontline of the armed conflict in which hundreds of thousands of people are believed to have been killed and injured. Read all ...

An overview of the Church in Hungary

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

As Pope Francis prepares to embark on his Apostolic Journey to Hungary, we offer an overview of the Hungarian Church. Read all

Land conflicts continue to rise in Brazil according to Church report

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Brazilian Bishops’ Conference’s Land Pastoral Commission (CPT) releases its latest report on rural violence in Brazil showing an increase of land grabbing conflicts affecting several Indigenous communities, especially in the Amazon region. Read all

Pope entrusts visit to Hungary to Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

As is his custom – since the beginning of his papacy – Pope Francis goes to the Basilica of St Mary Major ahead of his next Apostolic Journey, which will take him to the Hungarian capital, Budapest. Read all

Pope: Proximity to the most vulnerable is God's 'style'

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis meets with a delegation of the "Catholic Extension Society" and commends its work for the poor and most vulnerable and for its precious contribution to the reconstruction of Puerto Rico. Read all

Holy See: Anti-corruption measures must not affect humanitarian assistance

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

Msgr. Roberto Campisi, Assessor for General Affairs at the Secretariat of State, addresses a high-level Moneyval Conference in Warsaw warning of the risk that legitimate anti-corruption and counter-terrorism measures impact organizations that provide humanitarian assistance. Read all

Pope Francis: The Church is a vocational symphony

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis releases his Message for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, the Fourth Sunday of Easter – also known as Good Shepherd Sunday. Read all

Council of Cardinals discusses ongoing wars and need for peace-building

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

A two-day meeting of the Council of Cardinals in the Vatican focused on a series of issues including the need for a united peace-building effort on the part of the Church. Read all

Pope at Audience: Cloistered religious demonstrate universal love

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

At his weekly General Audience, Pope Francis continues his catechesis on apostolic zeal, and reflects on the prayer of monks and nuns as the “beating heart” of the Church’s mission. Read all

Apostolic Nuncio: Hungarians love Pope Francis’ joy, sincerity

Posted on April 26, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an interview with Vatican News - Vatican Radio, the Apostolic Nuncio to Hungary, American-born Archbishop Michael Wallace Banach, says Hungarians appreciate Pope Francis maintaining his promise to visit them, following his brief 2021 stay, and expresses his wish that the Visit’s motto 'Christ is our future' can truly shape the country’s future, even after Pope Francis' flight departs for Rome. ...

Archbishop Gallagher: Wars end only through diplomacy and reconciliation

Posted on April 25, 2023 in: Vatican News

At a conference on Vatican diplomacy in Liechtenstein, the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations points to the current crisis of the multilateral system, and highlights the need for the international community to recover the 'Spirit of Helsinki' and uphold the rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Read all ...

Archbishop Fisichella: Gospel must be incarnated in digital culture

Posted on April 25, 2023 in: Vatican News

Archbishop Rino Fisichella, pro-prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization, speaks a conference in Maynooth, Ireland, and urges Christians to bear credible witness online and in their in-person interactions. Read all

Haiti gang-violence escalates

Posted on April 25, 2023 in: Vatican News

In Haiti, police and witnesses say 13 suspected gang members have been beaten and burnt to death by an angry mob. The violence erupted amid an increasingly lawless situation in the capital where criminal gangs have taken control of the city. Read all

Ceasefire holding in Sudan

Posted on April 25, 2023 in: Vatican News

Rival factions in Sudan have agreed to a temporary ceasefire, which as of Monday afternoon appears to be holding. Read all

Hundreds march through Yerevan to mark Armenian Genocide anniversary

Posted on April 24, 2023 in: Vatican News

Today marks the 108th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, when 1.5 million Armenians were killed by the Ottoman Empire. Read all

Sandinista crackdown on Catholic Church continues

Posted on April 24, 2023 in: Vatican News

As anti-Catholic persecution goes on in Nicaragua, U.S. bishops reaffirm their solidarity with the Nicaraguan Church and call on the international community to continue to work for the restoration of peace in the Latin American country. Read all

Archbishop Paglia clarifies stance on assisted suicide

Posted on April 24, 2023 in: Vatican News

Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia reiterates his opposition to "euthanasia" and assisted suicide and clarifies remarks about the legal status of the practice in Italy. Read all

Foreigners being evacuated from Sudan as fighting rages

Posted on April 24, 2023 in: Vatican News

Various countries race to extract their citizens from Khartoum on Monday and thousands more people took advantage of an apparent lull in fighting between the army and a paramilitary force over the past two days to escape Sudan. Read all

Pope presides over the first meeting of the new Council of Cardinals

Posted on April 24, 2023 in: Vatican News

This is the first meeting of the C9 after its recent renewal by Francis. He created the Council in 2013 to help him with the governance of the Universal Church, and with the reform of the Roman Curia. Read all

Airlifts to rescue foreigners from Sudan underway

Posted on April 23, 2023 in: Vatican News

France, the United States, and other nations are racing to evacuate civilian personnel from Sudan as fighting between the regular army and a paramilitary group continues. Read all

At Regina Coeli, Pope appeals for an end to violence in Sudan

Posted on April 23, 2023 in: Vatican News

In remarks following the Regina Coeli, Pope Francis calls for an end to violence in Sudan and a return to the path of dialogue; and looks ahead to his upcoming visit to Hungary in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Read all

Pope at Regina Coeli: Let your guard down, open up to Jesus

Posted on April 23, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the recitation of the Regina Coeli on the third Sunday of Easter, Pope Francis invites the faithful to learn to spend time with Jesus at the end of each day, as He can show you things from a different perspective. Read all

Pope: Lay ministers must serve and never become self-referential

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis addresses participants in Plenary Assembly of the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life and reflects on the meaning of ministeriality in the Church and on the role of laypeople which must be focused on mission and service. Read all

Foreign diplomats and nationals in Sudan airlifted to safety

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

Foreign diplomats and nationals are to be airlifted from Sudan as fighting continues in the country. Read all

More Bloodshed In battle for Bakhmut

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

Soldier by soldier, trench by trench, street by street, Russian and Ukrainian forces enter their final bloody battle for Bakhmut, the symbolically important eastern Ukrainian city, in an otherwise devastating war. Both Ukrainian and Russian soldiers suffer massive casualties. Read all

The Lord's Day Reflection: 'On the road to Emmaus’

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks the Third Sunday of Easter, Fr Edmund Power, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “On the road to Emmaus”. Read all

Franciscan Professor helping students 'transform themselves and the world'

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

Brother Gregory Cellini shares his views on his college course on "viewing your career in a Franciscan way", reflects on his previous twenty-nine years working in the big pharmaceutical sector, and on his current dream of helping students "see the Good inside themselves to transform the world." Read all

Pope upholds prophetic witness of Blessed Armida Barelli

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis greets some 12,000 faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square to give thanks for the beatification a year ago of the Blessed Armida Barelli, a formidable pioneer of the right and duty of women to participate in the life of civil society and of the Church. Read all

Earth Day: Reaching every corner of the globe for a brighter future

Posted on April 22, 2023 in: Vatican News

The President of the Earth Day Network speaks of the importance of the Day, for all members of society, and about how a true education on the matter could help to bring people out of poverty and into a green economy. Read all

Sri Lankans mark Easter Sunday attacks demanding transparency and justice

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church in Sri Lanka commemorates the fourth anniversary of the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings on 21 April, men and women of all creeds joined to form a 30-kilometer human chain from Colombo to Negombo where the most deadly attacks took place. Read all

Hong Kong Bishop visits Beijing in the name of unity

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

Bishop Stephen Chow Sau-yan concluded a five-day visit to Beijing at the invitation of Archbishop Li Shan. He was thus able to meet the Catholic community of the Chinese capital. The purpose of the visit was to promote communion between the two dioceses. Read all

Holy See: Curial departments sign new agreement on child protection

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

With this new agreement, the Commission for the Protection of Minors and the Section for the First Evangelization and New Particular Churches of the Dicastery for Evangelization will be working together at the service of the particular Churches in the area of prevention of abuse of the most fragile persons. Read all

Abū Māzen: 'This land deserves not walls but bridges to be built'

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

30 years since the Oslo Accords. A conversation with the President of the State of Palestine Mahmūd Abbās. Read all

Pope Francis to bring closeness to Hungary's faithful

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

With the motto 'Christ is our future,' Pope Francis returns to Hungary to bring his closeness to the faithful. This 41st Apostolic Visit abroad by the Holy Father takes place as Europe faces a migration and humanitarian crisis, triggered also by the war in Ukraine on Hungary's eastern border. Read all

The Holy See at the side of Middle Eastern Christians

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

As representatives of the Catholic Churches in the Middle East gather in Cyprus, the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches apologises for the role the western Church has historically played in undermining Christians in the region, and pledges the Holy See’s support. Read all

Poles, Jews and Germans commemorate Warsaw Ghetto uprising

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

The main commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising took place in front of the Warsaw Ghetto Heroes' Memorial. It was attended by the presidents of Poland, Israel and Germany and ambassadors of dozens of countries. There were Holocaust survivors and young people from Poland and Israel, as well as numerous representatives of the Catholic Church and other confessions. The up...

Pope to Papal Foundation: Financial scandals damage Church charity work

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis meets with a delegation of the Papal Foundation as it concludes its annual pilgrimage to Rome, and commends its generous contribution to the Holy See’ charitable work and its transparent financial management of funds. Read all

Migrant boat sinks off Greek coast, rescue underway

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

A man has died after a sailing boat carrying refugees and migrants capsized off the southern coast of Greece. Read all

Missionary sisters serving along the rivers of the Peruvian Amazon

Posted on April 21, 2023 in: Vatican News

A consecrated religious of the Catechist Sisters of Jesus Crucified recounts the enormous challenges of evangelizing in the Peruvian Amazon region, which is geographically inhospitable but humanly very welcoming. Read all

Synod Continental Stage: ‘Most innovative aspect of synodal process'

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Continental Stage of the 2021-2024 synodal process brought to light “seeds of synodality” present on every continent, while the spiritual conversation method promoted “profound unity”. Read all

Holy See donates relic of the True Cross to King Charles III

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Director of the Holy See Press Office confirms that the Holy See earlier this month donated relics of the True Cross to Charles III, the Supreme Governor of the Church of England, as an ecumenical gesture. Read all

'The social and environmental crises are one,' Pope tells Interfaith Leaders

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: Vatican News

'The social and environmental crises are one,' Pope Francis insisted as he thanked Interfaith Leaders from Greater Manchester for their commitment to combat and safeguard against these crises, and to pursue to common good. Read all

Pope: In Christ, suffering is transformed into love

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis reflects on the meaning of suffering in an address to the Pontifical Biblical Commission on Thursday, saying the Bible provides an answer to the question of sickness and suffering that is neither utopian nor fatalistic. Read all

Holy See and Italy hold bilateral meeting on 2025 Jubilee

Posted on April 20, 2023 in: Vatican News

The meeting between delegations led by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni highlighted the need for future discussions on the progress of the work, aimed at promoting an appropriate welcome for those coming to Rome for the Jubilee. Read all

Church in Sri Lanka launches human chain for truth on Easter Bombings

Posted on April 19, 2023 in: Vatican News

On Friday, 21 April, Srilankans are invited to join a new campaign asking for truth and justice for the victims of the 2019 Easter bombings , for “the good and the future of the country”. Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith of Colombo has consistently questioned the government’s narrative of the attacks calling for an international investigation. Read all ...

Church in Haiti calls for security for people and sacred places

Posted on April 19, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Archdiocese of Port-au-Prince calls on authorities to protect people and places of worship after recalling the latest kidnappings, at the Oratory of Saint Bartholomew, which also resulted in numerous serious injuries. Read all

Vatican: Indigenous Peoples crucial in fight against climate change

Posted on April 19, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Holy See’s Permanent Observer to the UN upholds the dignity and rights of Indigenous Peoples across the world and on their unique contribution to a range of areas that represent a precious resource for humanity. Read all

Push for peace underway in Yemen

Posted on April 19, 2023 in: Vatican News

As a glimmer of hope appears on the horizon for Yemen, Pope Francis calls on the faithful to remember the suffering people of the country. Read all

Pope at Audience: Remember the suffering people of Yemen

Posted on April 19, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis continues his series of catecheses on apostolic zeal and speaks of the Church's many martyrs, praying especially for those working in Yemen, dominated by war for so many years. Read all

World Council of Churches urges for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan

Posted on April 18, 2023 in: Vatican News

In a statement released on Monday the WCC general secretary Rev. Prof. Dr Jerry Pillay appeals for an end to the fighting that broke out on April 15 urging the military to return on the path towards democracy. Read all

Death toll in Sudan rises as violence continues

Posted on April 18, 2023 in: Vatican News

The death toll in Sudan has reached 144 according to the non-governmental Central Committee of Sudanese Doctors. Read all

Pope: 2024 Olympics a chance to bear joyful witness to Christ

Posted on April 18, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis sends a message to Catholics in France ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games, and praises sport for creating opportunities to bring people together and engender fraternity. Read all

Sisters leading the climate crisis revolution

Posted on April 18, 2023 in: Vatican News

Catholic Sisters want to play a concrete role in protecting people and communities affected by the climate crisis and by biodiversity loss. A series of “Sister-led dialogues “are bringing the Sisters and international players together in the hope of driving a movement that will help trigger a global movement transforming words into action. Read all ...

New Under-Secretary for Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development

Posted on April 18, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis appoints Msgr. Anthony Onyemuche Ekpo as new Under-Secretary of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. Read all

Pope sets Eastern Churches Bishops' age limit for voting at Synods

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an Apostolic Letter issued in the form of a 'Motu proprio', Pope Francis amends the Canon Law of the Oriental Churches by providing that the bishops emeritus who have reached the age of 80 will no longer be able to vote in the Episcopal Synods of which they are members, though the rule does not apply to those who are already in office. Read all ...

Over 50,000 Christians killed in Nigeria by Islamist extremists

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

According to the report “Martyred Christians in Nigeria” issued by Intersociety, over the past 14 years at least 52,250 Nigerian Christians have been brutally murdered at the hands of Islamist militants. Read all

Where every day is Mothers’ Day

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

Vatican Media presents a story by Dale Recinella, a former Wall Street finance lawyer who, along with his wife Susan, acts as a chaplain for prisoners in Florida. Read all

New report breaks down Australian Catholic population

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

A new document from the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference profiles a Catholic population which is increasingly culturally diverse. Read all

Rival military factions continue to fight in Sudan

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

Residents of Khartoum are enduring a third day of fighting between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Pope Francis on Sunday issued an appeal to the warring parties to lay down their arms and resume dialogue. Read all

Pope: Charism of the Community of the Beatitudes is a gift

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

On the fiftieth anniversary of its foundation, Pope Francis highlights the Pentecost experience and the eschatological dimension of the charism of the Community of the Beatitudes. Read all

World Day for Grandparents and Elderly: Restoring dignity to those who are cast aside

Posted on April 17, 2023 in: Vatican News

His mercy is from age to age” is the theme of the third edition of the worldwide event, desired by Pope Francis, which will be celebrated on July 23 with a Mass by the Pope in St. Peter's Square. The Secretary of the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life points out that "The theme is connected to the WYD in Lisbon to emphasize dialogue with young people. The Day is a time to reflect with and for th...

Pope defends St John Paul II against ‘offensive and unfounded inferences’

Posted on April 16, 2023 in: Vatican News

After the Regina Caeli on Sunday, Pope Francis speaks about his predecessor, St John Paul II, saying he was “certain of interpreting the sentiments of the faithful throughout the world” and addressing “a grateful thought” to his memory. Read all

Pope: Wars continue to sow death in stark contrast with the Easter message

Posted on April 16, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis sends greetings and expresses closeness to Eastern Christians who are celebrating Easter at a time when so many wars continue to sow death. He turns his thoughts in particular to Russians and Ukrainians, with prayers that the Lord may help them to make peace. Read all

Pope appeals to warring parties in Sudan to lay down arms and resume dialogue

Posted on April 16, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis expresses his concern for the eruption of violence in Sudan, where scores of people have been killed and wounded as the Sudanese military and a paramilitary group battle for control of the nation. Read all

Pope at Regina Coeli: Seek the Risen One in the community

Posted on April 16, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis insists on the need to remain within the Church in order to find Jesus, while calling on the faithful to open our arms to all those who are wounded by life, excluding no one from God’s mercy. Read all

Locals take shelter as fighting erupts in Sudan

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

Paramilitary troops claim to be in control of the presidential palace and the airport in Khartoum as fighting breaks out in Sudan. Read all

Killings in Ukraine overshadow Orthodox Easter

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

Kyiv says Russia has shelled a block of flats in the eastern Ukrainian city of Sloviansk, killing nine people, including a two-year-old boy. Russia responded by claiming that Ukrainian forces also attacked a town in Russian-controlled Donetsk, killing at least four and injuring 10 people. The clashes have overshadowed Julian-calendar Easter, which many in Ukraine and Russia are celebrating this w...

Biden visits County Mayo, wrapping up State visit to Ireland

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

U.S. President Joe Biden pays a visit on Friday to his ancestral town of Ballina in County Mayo in the west of Ireland on the final day of his four-day State visit to the Ireland. Earlier, Biden had an emotional reunion with the priest who administered the last rites to his son Beau, who died in 2015. Read all

Locals take shelter as fighting erupts in Sudan

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

Paramilitary troops claim to be in control of the presidential palace and the airport in Khartoum as fighting breaks out in Sudan. Read all

The Lord's Day Reflection: ‘His Mercy endures forever!’

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks the Second Sunday of Easter, or Divine Mercy Sunday, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “His Mercy endures forever!” Read all

Leader of Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church: Pope Francis offers unique voice for peace

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an interview with Vatican News, Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, the leader of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, says this Easter, Christ gives them hope and certainty of a better future ahead, and expresses gratitude to Pope Francis for being a singular voice in working toward peace. Read all

Pope highlights humility, joy, amazement as traits of missionaries

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis emphasizes the characteristics that marked the missionary labours of Blessed Alfredo Cremonesis, and asks for prayers for Myanmar, the country where Blessed Alfredo gave his life. Read all

Pope: In the Via Crucis of life no one can walk alone

Posted on April 15, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis receives in audience families supported by the Spanish Catholic Foundation “Madre de la Esperanza de Talavera de la Reina” of Toledo which for fifty years has been assisting persons with intellectual disabilities to foster their inclusion in society, and encourages them to continue to be missionaries of God's mercy. Read all ...

Progress reported in Yemen peace talks

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

The senior negotiator of Yemen's Houthi movement said peace talks with Saudi Arabia are progressing and more discussions would be held to bridge differences. Read all

Britain: 'Ukrainian troops forced to withdraw from positions'

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

British intelligence officials have warned that Ukrainian troops had been forced to withdraw from vital front positions amid a barrage of Russian attacks. The comments came as Britain's prime minister denounced a video allegedly showing the beheading of a Ukrainian prisoner of war. Read all

Nicaragua: Two Costa Rican nuns expelled

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

Two nuns of the Dominican Congregation of the Annunciation are the latest of a long list of Catholic religious to be expelled from Nicaragua . Read all

Meet Mary in the Vatican Gardens

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Vatican Museums offers a series of Marian pilgrimages planned in the month of May in the Vatican Gardens, with the possibility of themed guided tours. Read all

Pope to ITA Airways staff: You give wings to the Pope!

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis receives a delegation of representatives of ITA Airways, Italy’s state airline that provides the Holy Father with all of his outgoing passages during his Apostolic Journeys. As per diplomatic agreements, he almost always flies back to the Vatican on board the national airline of the nation from which he departs. Read all

Pope: Religious brothers bear witness to fraternity in silent self-giving

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis meets with a group of Diocesan Oblate Brothers from the Italian Archdiocese of Milan, and urges consecrated religious men to give themselves completely to the mission of serving others in humble fidelity. Read all

Night at the Vatican Museums!

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

Vatican Museums' 'nights' are back from 14 April to 28 October 2023, with extended hours into the evening. Tickets must be purchased in advance for the initiative brought to life with the desire to transform the museum spaces for a few hours into places where one can marvel, surrounded by beauty, away from daily frenzy and commitments. Read all ...

Sr. Neloumta in Gabon: ‘Try to understand Africa like Pope Francis'

Posted on April 14, 2023 in: Vatican News

Sr. Paola Neloumta, the Provincial Superior of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Jeanne Antide Thouret, describes the social crisis among the young people of Gabon, as the African nation grapples with the exploitation of its forests and the need to pursue sustainable economic growth. Read all

Church in Oceania sees synodality as path forward

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

In the final document at the end of the continental stage of the Synodal process, the People of God emphasize the need for inclusion, care for our common home, and other priorities for the upcoming General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops. Read all

Israel seeks to limit Orthodox Easter celebrations in Jerusalem

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

Church leaders in Jerusalem express anger at a decision by Israeli police to limit the number of worshippers in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Orthodox Easter ceremonies on Saturday. Read all

Pope tells Religious Superiors to keep bringing hope to our 'lost' world

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis meets with the Union of Major Superiors in Italy to mark their 70th Chapter and offers them three points of reflection on the important role they play, especially regarding women and synodality. Read all

Holy See: Development policies must put the human person at the centre

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

Archbishop Gabriele Caccia addresses the 56th Session of the UN Commission for Population and Development in New York and reiterates that fertility reduction strategies dictated by the principle of profit don’t contribute to integral human development but to a “throwaway culture.” Read all

Church to celebrate 3rd World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Church is preparing to celebrate the 3rd World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, on Sunday, 23 July 2023, near the Feast of Sts Joachim and Anne, with the motto 'His mercy is from age to age” (Lk 1:50). Read all

Archbishop Maury Buendía new Apostolic Nuncio to Great Britain

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

Spanish Archbishop Maury Buendía is appointed Apostolic Nuncio to Great Britain. Read all

'No one must feel alone in illness,' insists Pope

Posted on April 13, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis welcomes members of the Italian Religious Association of Social and Health Institutes (ARIS), praising the Church's exemplary witness in taking care of the ill, and insists that 'No one must feel alone in illness.' Read all

Synod: North American continental stage highlights baptism, communion, mission

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Final Document for the North American Continental Stage of the Synod focuses on our common baptism as the foundation of synodality, the importance of communion with Christ and with one another, and our mission to bring the Good News to the world, as several key themes that emerged from the consultation with the local Churches of the United States and Canada. Read all ...

Ecuador: Nine killed in port shooting

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

Several unidentified gunmen kill nine men working at the fishing port of Esmeralda in Ecuador amid a rise in violent crime in the Latin American nation. Read all

Kyiv outraged over videos claiming beheaded Ukrainian soldiers

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed outrage over videos on social media showing Ukrainian soldiers beheaded by Russian troops. The footage of the alleged atrocities came after leaked documents revealed U.S. concerns about the war's progress despite the presence of Western special forces in Ukraine. Read all

Pope revises Vatican penal legislation and judiciary system

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

With a new Apostolic Letter issued motu proprio, Pope Francis modifies the penal legislation and the judiciary system of Vatican City to simplify procedures and make the system more efficient, including provisions to clarify the functions of the Office of the Promoter of Justice. Read all

Synod: Work begins to write Instrumentum Laboris for October assembly

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

The General Secretariat for the Synod announces that work has begun on the Instrumentum Laboris for the Synodal Assembly to be held in October 2023, as a group of experts from five continents meet to share their reflections on the Continental Stage. Read all

Pope: God’s mercy never abandons us, even as world endures war

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis renews his prayers for peace in our world enduring countless wars, and recalls the 60th anniversary of Pope John XXIII’s landmark encyclical “Pacem in Terris”. Read all

Pope at Audience: Apostles filled with zeal must embrace Gospel newness

Posted on April 12, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the weekly General Audience, Pope Francis focuses on St Paul’s description of apostolic zeal, saying that heralds must be open to the newness of the Gospel, while warning of the dangers of distorted zeal. Read all

Cardinal Czerny: Peace requires effort and dedication

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

Marking the 60th anniversary of Pope John XXIII's encyclical "Pacem in Terris", Cardinal Michael Czerny addresses an event highlighting the teachings of the encyclical in today's world, and how Pope Francis has carried them out throughout his pontificate. Read all

Cardinal Bo of Myanmar: Rejoice and find comfort in Easter hope

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

Despite the ongoing traumatic events in Myanmar, Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Yangon, in his Easter message, invites the faithful to place their hope in Christ, which fills our hearts with joy and can transform even the bleakest of situations. Read all

CHARIS and the "agenda" for the great anniversary of humanity

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

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US President in Belfast to support consolidation of Good Friday Agreement

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

The US President joins other leaders in Belfast to underscore his country’s commitment to preserving peace in Northern Ireland. Biden’s visit comes one day after the 25th anniversary of the Good Friday peace agreement that largely brought an end to decades of sectarian violence in the province. It also follows appeals by Pope Francis and local Catholic leaders for greater consolidation of the peac...

Vatican Observer to UN: 'Pacem in terris' guiding star for path of peace

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

Interview with the Holy See's Permanent Observer to the UN on the relevance of St John XXIII's encyclical 60 years from its publication. Archbishop Gabriele Caccia reiterates the Vatican's commitment in favour of multilateralism and dialogue between peoples and nations and draws a connection between "Pacem in terris" and Pope Francis' "Fratelli tutti”. Read all ...

Pope: the Devil seeks man's failure but can do nothing if there is prayer

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

In a previously unpublished interview, contained in the newly released book "Esorcisti contro Satana” (Exorcists against Satan) by Italian journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona, Pope Francis reiterates that the Devil always tries to attack everyone and sows discord, even in the Church, trying to set up one against the other. The book, published by Piemme publishing house, hit Italian shelves on Tuesday...

A timely but neglected encyclical

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

Sixty years after its publication, John XXIII's "Pacem in terris" retains a strong relevance in the world of piecemeal warfare that fails to "disarm the heart." Read all

UN rights expert hails Vatican's rejection of 'Doctrine of Discovery'

Posted on April 11, 2023 in: Vatican News

The UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of Indigenous Peoples, José Francisco Calí Tzay, praises the Vatican's rejection of the 'Doctrine of Discovery' and expresses hope that other governments follow Holy See's lead. Read all

Worries over Good Friday Agreement mar 25th anniversary

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis said on Easter Monday he was praying that the Good Friday agreement signed 25 years ago ending violence in Northern Ireland can be "consolidated" to benefit the people of all of Ireland. But the Pope's appeal came as the agreement has come under strain following Britain's exit from the European Union. Read all

Egypt calls for stability in Syria

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Egyptian Foreign Minister has called for an end to all forms of terrorism in Syria in order to restore stability. Read all

Pope at Regina Coeli: May we be joyful proclaimers of the Gospel

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: Vatican News

On Easter Monday Pope Francis leads the recitation of the Regina Coeli prayer in Saint Peter's Square. He recalls how the women in the Gospel hurry to share the news of the Risen Lord and teach us that we encounter Jesus by witnessing to him. Read all

Vatican Museums: “I have seen the Lord!”

Posted on April 10, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church celebrates Easter Monday, we draw inspiration from this 14th century bas-relief sculpture of “Christ meeting with the Magdalene (Noli me tangere)” from the Vatican Museum’s collection. Read all

At Easter, we all must rise up to a new life.

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: Vatican News

Easter is good news, no matter how bad things are around us says Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo of the Diocese of Oyo, in Nigeria. Read all

Pope at Easter Urbi et Orbi: Christ is truly risen, hope is reborn for all!

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: Vatican News

Following the Easter Sunday Mass, Pope Francis delivers his Easter message and blessing "To the City and the World", underscoring the joyous hope that Christ's resurrection brings and encouraging Christians to rediscover the joy of serving God, working for peace, and helping our brothers and sisters in a world marked by so much suffering. Read all ...

Pope Francis presides over Easter Sunday Mass

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church celebrates the most joyous day of the liturgical year, Pope Francis presides over Mass on Easter Sunday in St. Peter’s Square to mark the Resurrection of Christ. Read all

Dutch floral decorations fill St. Peter’s Square for Easter Sunday

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: Vatican News

Stunning floral decorations donated by Dutch floriculturists formed the backdrop for Pope Francis’ Mass in St. Peter's Square on Easter Sunday, continuing a tradition which began in 1985 with the beatification of the Dutch Carmelite Saint Titus Brandsma. Read all

Vatican Museums: “Victory over Death”

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church celebrates Easter Sunday, we draw inspiration from an anonymous painting of the “Master of Mercy: Risen Christ” from the Vatican Museum’s Pinacoteca (1370-1375). Read all

Sri Lankan Church still seeking justice for 2019 Easter Sunday bombings

Posted on April 09, 2023 in: Vatican News

As Sri Lankan Christians mark four years since the Easter Sunday bombings which killed 261 people, the local Church continues to allege a cover-up and seek justice by calling for a UN-led international investigation, according to Fr. Julian Patrick Perera. Read all

Pope at Easter Vigil: Risen Lord invites us to revive our faith and rise to new life

Posted on April 08, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the Vigil Mass in the Holy Night of Easter in St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis says Christ's resurrection invites us to experience the immense surprise and joy of the women who witnessed the empty tomb, adding that we are called to relive the grace of our first encounter with the Lord to grow in faith and hope. Read all

The Lord's Day Reflection: ‘And we don’t know’

Posted on April 08, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks the Resurrection of the Lord on Easter Sunday, Fr Marion Nguyen, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “And we don’t know”. Read all

Children amongst those killed in Russian pre-Easter attacks on Ukraine

Posted on April 08, 2023 in: Vatican News

Kyiv says Russia has launched massive attacks on provinces that Moscow annexed but does not yet fully control, killing at least four people and injuring seven, including at least two children. The strikes ahead of Easter came after authorities told Christians and others not to gather in large groups to celebrate Christ’s Resurrection. Read all ...

Tourist killed in Israel car-ramming attack as tensions sour in

Posted on April 08, 2023 in: Vatican News

Tensions sour in Israel and in the Palestinian territories amid escalating violence. In the latest episode authorities in Israel say an Italian tourist has been killed and seven other people injured in a car-ramming attack in Tel Aviv. Read all

Vatican Museums: The Apparent Failure”

Posted on April 08, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks Holy Saturday, we draw inspiration from Polidoro da Caravaggio’s “The Way to Calvary” from the Vatican Museum’s Pinacoteca (ca. 1530). Read all

Way of the Cross gives voice to a humanity wounded by war

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

The traditional Good Friday Way of the Cross procession unfolds at Rome’s Colosseum, with texts chosen by Pope Francis to reflect the suffering of humanity as it lives the third world war fought piecemeal. Read all

Cardinal Cantalamessa: God is not dead. His death brings us true life

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the Good Friday liturgy of the Passion of the Lord at St. Peter's Basilica, the Preacher of the Papal Household, Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa, reflects on the Death and Resurrection of the Lord in our secularized societies. Read all

Way of the Cross: ‘Voices of Peace in a World at War’

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

This year's meditations for the Way of the Cross are testimonies narrated to the Holy Father by men and women who have experienced violence, poverty and injustice, during his apostolic journeys and on other occasions. The compilation that makes up the text was edited by several Dicasteries of the Roman Curia. Read all

Pope Francis: 'Integral disarmament is not a utopia'

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Pope reflects on the meaning of the Resurrection in a message published by the weekly Italian magazine L’Espresso. He turns his attention to the war in Ukraine and in other countries and quotes Pacem in Terris, as a source from which to find the courage to say “no” to rearmament and violence "because true peace cannot be born of fear". Read all ...

Ukraine facing Easter fall of Bakhmut

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

Ukraine has admitted that Russia is concentrating all its efforts on capturing the eastern city of Bakhmut by Easter. Read all

Pope follows Way of the Cross from Casa Santa Marta

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Holy See Press Office releases a statement saying that due to the cold weather, Pope Francis was not present at the traditional Way of the Cross celebration at Rome’s Colosseum. Read all

Tensions high as Israel conducts air strikes on Gaza and Lebanon

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

Israel’s armed forces have struck targets linked to Palestinian militant group Hamas inside Lebanon and across the Gaza Strip. Read all

Chicago parishes co-sponsor Gun Buyback Events to stem gun violence

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

Cardinal Cupich invites local elected officials, faith communities, businesses and individuals to join in supporting a Gun Buyback Event to be held on April 29 to reduce the scourge of gun violence, heeding Pope Francis’ appeals against arms trafficking. Read all

Vatican Museums: “Not my will, but yours be done”

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks Good Friday, we draw inspiration from Giovanni di Paolo’s “Christ in the Garden of Gethsemane” from the Vatican Museum’s Pinacoteca. Read all

Good Friday in Aleppo: Suffering and hope

Posted on April 07, 2023 in: Vatican News

Fr Tony O’Riordan, who is coordinating the Jesuit Refugee Service’s efforts in Syria, speaks about the humanitarian crisis in the country, and how local Christians are celebrating Holy Week amidst the ruins. Read all

Pope on Holy Thursday: Life is beautiful when we help each other

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the Mass of the Lord's Supper at Rome's Casal del Marmo juvenile penitentiary, Pope Francis reminds us of how the Lord, in washing the feet of his disciples, teaches us the importance of humility and service that are born of a noble heart. Read all

Ukrainians prepare for war-ravaged Easter

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

The people in Ukraine are preparing for a sad Easter as there are no signs of a ceasefire. However, as Christian residents in Ukraine prepared to celebrate the Biblical victory over death in the resurrection of Christ on Sunday, there was a reminder that war is never far away. Read all

Our eyes are fixed on the Cross of Christ for peace in the Sahel

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the world celebrates the Easter festivities, Salomom André Mehoua, a native of Niger, has told Vatican News that his Lenten prayer leading up to Easter has been for peace in the Sahel. Read all

Easter in Ethiopia: Hoping for peace and rebirth

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

Ethiopia’s small Catholic community celebrates the Resurrection of Christ on 16 April, in line with the calendar of the Ethiopian Coptic Orthodox Church. The head of the Socio-Pastoral Commission of the Archdiocese of Addis Ababa and a Salesian Sister talk about their hopes for true peace in Tigray, and about an inter-congregational network project promoted by the Global Solidarity Fund that assis...

Brazil: A ‘little house’ for a large cause

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Institute of the Missionaries of Jesus Crucified provides a presence of hope and solidarity on the outskirts of Porto Alegre, Brazil, bearing witness to the saying that "home is where the heart is”. Read all

Vatican Museums: "The Lord with us in the Eucharist”

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks Maundy Thursday, we draw inspiration from Cosimo Rosselli’s Fresco of the Last Supper in the Sistine Chapel (1481-82). Read all

Pope Francis at Chrism Mass: Invoke Holy Spirit as the breath of each day

Posted on April 06, 2023 in: Vatican News

During Chrism Mass in the Vatican on Holy Thursday, Pope Francis thanks priests for the good they do, which so often goes unrecognized. And he encourages them to invoke the Holy Spirit as 'the breath of each day,' which, even in times of crisis, gives them joy and points them in the right direction, toward Christ. Read all

In open dialogue with Pope, ten young people ask tough questions

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis engages in conversation in Spanish with ten young people, most far from the Church, answering questions on a host of modern-day issues such as sexual identity, feminism, abortion, migration, abuse, loss of faith, the role of women and more. The hour and twenty minute dialogue can be viewed on Disney+ from 5 April 2023. Read all ...

Easter and Passover: a time to renew our concern for the freedom of every person

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

Marking the annual celebrations of Easter and Passover - which coincide this year - Cardinal Wilton Gregory and Pope Francis’ long-time friend, Rabbi Abraham Skorka, remind all believers that Jews and Christians celebrate the true freedom of this holy season together. Read all

Detained WSJ reporter meets lawyers in Russia for first time

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

American journalist Evan Gershkovich, arrested and charged with espionage in Russia last week, met his lawyers for the first time on Tuesday. The meeting was confirmed by The Wall Street Journal newspaper, for which Gershkovich has been reporting from Russia. Read all

Vatican Dicastery to co-sponsor Run4Unity eco-relay for peace

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

The Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development is to-cosponsor the global youth-led sports and tree-planting event organized on May 7 by the Focolare Movement to promote peace and ecological conversion. Read all

Pope to wash the feet of 12 young people on Holy Thursday

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

On Holy Thursday Pope Francis will visit with inmates at Rome's Casal del Marmo juvenile institution where he will wash the feet of 12 young people during the Mass of the Lord's Supper. Read all

Pope revises penal law of the Eastern Churches

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

With a new Apostolic Letter issued motu proprio, Pope Francis introduces changes to the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches. The changes are similar to those made to the Latin Code of Canon Law in 2021, while preserving the distinctive characteristics of Eastern canon law. Read all

Pope appeals for prayers for victims of war

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the General Audience, Pope Francis calls for prayers for the innocent victims of all wars and the mothers of Ukrainian and Russian soldiers killed in Ukraine, and remembers the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. Read all

Pope at Audience: Resentment and sadness must not infect our lives

Posted on April 05, 2023 in: Vatican News

At the weekly General Audience, Pope Francis reflects on the final words of the Gospel reading of the Passion of the Lord, and points to the hope which Jesus revealed on the cross as he was stripped of everything. Read all

NATO condemns detention US journalist in Russia

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

Lawyers for a U.S. journalist arrested in Russia on espionage charges have appealed against the decision to hold him in pre-trial detention. The detention of Evan Gershkovich has raised Western concerns, including from the NATO military alliance. Read all

Chinese Bishop Shen Bin transferred to Shanghai, Holy See learns of move from media

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

The prelate was transferred from the Diocese of Haimen. The director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, has said, “The Holy See was informed a few days ago of the Chinese authorities' decision. For the moment there is nothing to say about the Holy See's assessment”. Read all

Kenya: Opposition suspends planned protests after Bishops' call for truce

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

As Kenyan Bishops release a new statement over current political and social crisis in the country, amid threats of famine, opposition leader Raila Odinga calls off anti-government protests over rising living costs and disputed 2022 elections. Read all

Custos of the Holy Land: Jerusalem is house of prayer for all the nations

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an interview with Vatican News, the Custos of the Holy Land, Fr. Francesco Patton, OFM., discusses, that despite tensions, pilgrims continue to flock, and in safety, to Holy Week celebrations in the Holy Land, and reiterates that no pilgrim has ever been involved in any moment of tensions or act of violence. Read all

Malawi Church leader highlights faith and solidarity in cyclone recovery

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

The head of the Episcopal Conference of Malawi in an interview with Agenzia Fides describes the devastation caused by cyclone Freddy in early March and the great faith and solidarity driving the recovery efforts still underway. Read all

Ukraine: Natural environment helps heal addictions

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

Despite the bombs that have rained down incessantly on tormented Ukraine for over a year, there is an oasis in the Lviv region that helps those suffering from various forms of addiction to heal and enter back into society again. Since the outbreak of the war, displaced persons and members of the military also come here to learn how to live in harmony with others and creation. R...

Ambassador Habsburg: Pope Francis' visit will 'fire up the faith' in Hungary

Posted on April 04, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an interview with Vatican News, Ambassador Eduard Habsburg of Hungary to the Holy See looks ahead to Pope Francis' Apostolic Visit to Hungary later this month, saying the Holy Father returns among friends and comes 'to fire up the faith' of the Christian European country on the border with Ukraine, which eagerly anticipates the Pope's arrival. Read all ...

Finnish conservative wins elections

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: Vatican News

A Finnish conservative leader has won Finland's first general election since all NATO states approved its membership of the military alliance. The outcome came as a setback for the incumbent, who was elected several years ago as the world’s youngest government leader. Read all

Pope welcomes the Chair of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis meets with Borjana Krišto, Chair of the Council of Ministers of Bosnia and Herzegovina, and discusses a number of topics, including EU enlargement. Read all

The power of prayer

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: Vatican News

Our Editorial Director reflects on Pope Francis' continuous requests for others to pray for him, especially in light of his recent hospitalization for bronchitis. Read all

Patriarch of Jerusalem: Respond to division with unity and faith

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: Vatican News

On Palm Sunday, Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, calls for unity, after witnessing in recent weeks many episodes of violence in the city, including against churches and Christian symbols. Read all

Pope: Social security must be fair and sustainable for future generations

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis receives in audience executives and employees of the Italian National Institute of Social Security (INPS), turning 125 this year, and calls for sustainable social security policies for the sake of the new generations and those to come, while decrying the “demographic winter” in Italy. Read all

Pope extends deadline to appeal dismissal from religious institutes

Posted on April 03, 2023 in: Vatican News

In an Apostolic Letter issued motu proprio, Pope Francis extends to thirty days the deadline for consecrated persons who are dismissed from religious institutes to appeal the judgment against them, a change which seeks to guarantee the person's rights. Read all

A Zambian religious of the Missionaries of Africa killed in Burkina Faso.

Posted on April 02, 2023 in: Vatican News

A representative of the Missionaries of Africa (White Fathers) confirmed the death of the young Zambian missionary in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Read all

Deadly clashes spoil Palm Sunday in Ukraine

Posted on April 02, 2023 in: Vatican News

Western Palm Sunday was far from peaceful in Ukraine, with Kyiv saying at least three civilians were killed and six wounded in Russian shelling of the town of Kostiantynivka. The reported destruction came as Ukrainian forces desperately tried to push back Russian forces in Ukraine’s volatile east. Read all

Unrest continues in Israel, protests in Tel Aviv

Posted on April 02, 2023 in: Vatican News

Thousands of Israelis resumed demonstrations in Tel Aviv Saturday night, calling for a total cancelation of the government's judicial overhaul plan. Read all

Pope: May we unite in prayers for peace, intensified in Holy Week

Posted on April 02, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis greets all those present from Rome and around the world for the Palm Sunday celebration and asks everyone to unite in prayers for peace, remembering Ukraine in particular. He thanks everyone for their prayers during these days. Read all

Pope at Mass: Jesus turns our hearts of stone to hearts of flesh

Posted on April 02, 2023 in: Vatican News

In his Palm Sunday Mass, Pope Francis reflects on the faith Jesus placed in God, abandoning himself in his moment of pain because he knew that God's reason would save him. Read all

Russia takes over U.N. Security Council, prompting outrage

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

Russia has taken over the presidency of the United Nations Security Council despite war torn Ukraine urging members to block the move. As a result, the Security Council is now being led by a nation whose president is subject to an international arrest warrant for alleged war crimes and who places nuclear weapons in Belarus. Read all ...

The Lord's Day Reflection: 'Power turned upside down’

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

As the Church marks Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, Fr Edmund Power, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “Power turned upside down". Read all

Pope to return to juvenile prison for Holy Thursday celebration

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis will celebrate the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday with inmates of the Casal del Marmo juvenile prison located on the outskirts of Rome, the same place he presided over the Easter Triduum service fifteen days after his election in 2013. Read all

Israeli police fatally shoot man at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

Israeli police shoot dead a Palestinian man at an entrance to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. Read all

Pope: Modern neocolonialism is a crime and a threat to peace

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

In a message addressed to a workshop in the Vatican on neocolonialism, Pope Francis warns against modern economic and ideological colonialism and again, apologizes for those Christians who contributed to the colonization of Africa and the Americas. Read all

Pope gives interview to Argentine television network

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

On the occasion of the tenth anniversary of his pontificate, Pope Francis gives an extensive interview to Argentina's television network, Canal 5 de Noticias, where he addresses a wide range of topics, from memories of his election in 2013 to events in his country, from peace to Church issues. Read all

Viet Nam – Holy See Joint Working Group meets at the Vatican

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

Delegations from the Holy See and Viet Nam had a “broad and deep exchange of view on Viet Nam – Holy See relations, including issues related to the Catholic Church in Viet Nam,” according to a press release on the 10th Meeting of the Viet Nam – Holy See Joint Working Group, which took place on Friday Read all

Synod Continental Stage comes to conclusion

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

The second stage of the synodal process, the worldwide Continental Stage, has come to a conclusion, but dialogue with the People of God continues. The General Secretariat of the Synod elaborated on the process in a statement to mark the final day of the Continental Stage, Friday, 31 March 2023. Read all

Pope Francis returns home after brief hospital stay

Posted on April 01, 2023 in: Vatican News

Pope Francis is discharged from the A. Gemelli University hospital on Saturday morning. Read all

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