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Antoni Gaudí, known as “God’s architect,” declared Venerable
Published: April 14, 2025 14:50
The Pope recognizes miracle attributed to a religious sister from India, the martyrdom of an Italian missionary; and the heroic virtues of "God's architect" and three priests. Read all
A beacon of hope for children affected by HIV/AIDS in India
Published: April 14, 2025 12:49
In a country where HIV/AIDS still carries a deep stigma, a small residential school in Jharkhand is transforming lives. Snehdeep Holy Cross Residential School in Banahappa provides education, healthcare, and a haven for children infected and affected by…
Israeli airstrike forces Gaza hospital to shut down
Published: April 14, 2025 12:18
On Sunday, an Israeli airstrike struck the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, severely damaging infrastructure and forcing its closure. Read all
Rwanda’s Diocese of Cyangugu and DRC’s Archdiocese of Bukavu hail solidarity visit
Published: April 14, 2025 12:08
Bishop Edouard Sinayobye, the Bishop of the Diocese of Cyangugu in Rwanda, recently visited the Archdiocese of Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of Congo to express solidarity and friendship. This symbolic visit underscores the deep and historical ties…
DDF head blesses statue of Mary, Mystical Rose
Published: April 14, 2025 09:46
The prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith blesses a statue of Mary, “Mystical Rose” – following the decision last summer by the Dicastery saying there is no objection to devotion to Our Lady under that title. Read all
Churches celebrate special Way of the Cross for POWs and peace in Kyiv
Published: April 14, 2025 09:41
Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, the Apostolic Nuncio in Ukraine, speaks to Vatican News about the deep meaning of a special ecumenical Way of the Cross he presided over in Kiyv on April 11 ahead of the Holy Week with the participation of former…
Bloody Palm Sunday. Archbishop Kulbokas: 'May God have mercy on us’
Published: April 14, 2025 09:06
As Ukraine mourns the victims of the brutal missile attack in Sumy on Palm Sunday, the Apostolic Nuncio in Ukraine says there’s nothing left to do but to turn to God, because no human force seems capable to stop the carnage and bring peace in the war-torn…
Cardinal Pizzaballa on Palm Sunday: ‘Love is stronger than fear’
Published: April 13, 2025 14:01
In his Palm Sunday message from Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa urged Christians to remain steadfast in faith amid ongoing hardships and to respond to hatred with peace, to division with unity. Read all
Brutal Sudan conflict nears second anniversary
Published: April 13, 2025 12:23
As Pope Francis appeals for an end to the war in Siudan, over 100 civilians, including at least 20 children and a medical team, lose their lives in a wave of attacks in Sudan's western Darfur region. Read all
New Decree clarifies discipline on Mass Intentions and collective offerings
Published: April 13, 2025 11:15
The Dicastery for the Clergy issues a Decree, approved by Pope Francis, updating the norms on Mass intentions. Effective Easter Sunday 2025. Read all
Christians in Iraqi Kurdistan gather for ecumenical Palm Sunday procession
Published: April 13, 2025 10:44
In a shared witness of faith and unity, the Christian community of Ankawa, Erbil, gathered on the eve of Palm Sunday for the 14th annual Ecumenical Palm Sunday Procession under the theme, “Hosanna in the highest, blessed is He who comes in the name of the…
Pope Francis greets pilgrims on Palm Sunday in Saint Peter's Square
Published: April 13, 2025 10:15
Pope Francis wishes pilgrims a "Happy Palm Sunday and Happy Holy Week" in person during a surprise visit to Saint Peter's Square at the conclusion of the Mass presided over by Cardinal Leonardo Sandri on his behalf. Read all
Pope gives thanks for prayers of closeness and prays for those who suffer
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-04/pope-palm-sunday-prayers-sorrows-thanks-faith.html
Published: April 13, 2025 10:03
On Palm Sunday Pope Francis reflects on the account of the Lord’s Passion and encourages believers to nurture faith, and like Jesus, feel enveloped by the providential and merciful embrace of the Father. Read all
Pope appeals for end to war in Sudan
Published: April 13, 2025 10:00
On the eve of Holy Week, Pope Francis renews his call for dialogue in war-torn Sudan and asks the international community to provide humanitarian assistance to the beleaguered population. He does not neglect to also to pray for Lebanon and other countries…
Pope on Palm Sunday: God's mercy calls us to compassion
Published: April 13, 2025 09:37
In his homily read out during the celebration in Saint Peter's Square marking Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion, Pope Francis calls on us to reflect on the Lord's compassion that knows no limits, "how we are meant to carry our own cross during this Holy…
U.S. bishops back Religious Workforce Protection Act
Published: April 12, 2025 14:19
In a letter addressed to legislators the U.S. Bishops' Conference (USCCB) calls for Congress to pass a bill that introduces more flexibility for foreign religious workers serving in the united States , saying it will further the free exercise of religion…
Israeli army cuts Rafah off from rest of Gaza Strip
Published: April 12, 2025 14:10
Amid a mounting humanitarian catastrophe, the Israeli army completely encircles Rafah, in southern Gaza. Read all
Pope prays at St Mary Major ahead of Holy Week
Published: April 12, 2025 13:02
Pope Francis goes to the Basilica of St Mary Major to pay homage to the Salus Populi Romani ahead of the start of Holy Week. Read all
Talks on Iran's nuclear program underway
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2025-04/talks-on-iran-s-nuclear-program-underway.html
Published: April 12, 2025 11:47
Iran and the United States begin high-level talks in Oman on Saturday, aiming to revive negotiations over Tehran's advancing nuclear program. Read all
Lord's Day Reflection: Love in the Shape of a Cross
Published: April 12, 2025 10:32
As the Church celebrates Palm Sunday, Abbot Marion Nguyen offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings, reflecting on the theme: "Love in the Shape of a Cross". Read all
Ecuadorians head to polls on Sunday for a presidential runoff election
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2025-04/ecuador-presidential-election.html
Published: April 12, 2025 10:00
Sunday's vote is a repeat of the October one as crime and unemployment remain major issues to be tackled in Ecuador's runoff election. Read all
Pope encourages Opus Dei students to persevere in hope
Published: April 12, 2025 08:10
In a message to participants in the UNIV 2025 International Congress, Pope Francis urges them to bring the Gospel of Jesus into the world “as a message of hope that does not disappoint.” Read all
Academics gather in Rome to discuss migration and rule of law
Published: April 11, 2025 16:27
‘Global Migration and the Rule of Law’ is the title of a conference currently taking place in Rome, inspired by the biblical admonition that ‘You shall not wrong a stranger or oppress him’. Read all
Airstrikes destroy another Catholic church in Myanmar
Published: April 11, 2025 13:54
As fighting between the military junta and resistance forces continues despite the recent earthquake, the regular army bombs the Church of Christ the King in the town of Falam, Chin State. Read all
Fourth Lenten Meditation: Learning to say goodbye
Published: April 11, 2025 12:50
The Preacher of the Papal Household reflects on “Spreading Hope” and the responsibility that accompanies the Ascension, in the fourth and final meditation for the Roman Curia for Lent 2025. Read all
Election of first Arab rector a ‘message of hope’ for Israel
Published: April 11, 2025 11:49
Mouna Maroun, the first Arab to be appointed Rector of an Israeli university, speaks to Vatican News about her new role, the ongoing conflict in Gaza, and her Christian faith. Read all
Ghana's young people to deepen faith at Global Vincentian Youth Meeting in Rome
Published: April 11, 2025 11:12
The Third International Vincentian Youth Meeting will convene in Rome from 27 July to 3 August 2025. This gathering will bring together young members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society from around the world to deepen their commitment to service and…
Pope shows ongoing improvement as convalescence continues
Published: April 11, 2025 10:16
The Holy See Press Office tells journalists that Pope Francis continues to improve and requires less oxygenation, explaining that the Pope was taking a walk on Thursday when he decided to go into St. Peter's Basilica to pray. Read all
Archbishop Gallagher praises Senegal as a model of peaceful religious coexistence
Published: April 11, 2025 08:30
In a message addressed to participants in a symposium on religious diplomacy organized by Cheikh Anta Diop University of Dakar, the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations reflects on the contribution of religions to diplomatic…
Applications for Human Fraternity Fellowship Programme open
Published: April 11, 2025 08:10
The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity opens the applications for the 2025 Human Fraternity Fellowship Programme organized in collaboration with Georgetown University’s Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs Read all
Southeast Asia: Traffickers pose as Christian missionaries, pilgrims to exploit victims
Published: April 11, 2025 07:24
Human traffickers in Southeast Asia are reportedly claiming to be religious missionaries in order to lure victims and facilitate cross-border trafficking operations, according to findings by Philippine and Thai police. Read all
The faces of the Gospels: The Good Thief
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2025-04/the-faces-of-the-gospels-the-good-thief.html
Published: April 11, 2025 07:00
The faces of the Gospels as narrated by Pope Francis. Read all
Pope makes surprise visit to St. Peter’s to pray at tomb of St. Pius X
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-04/pope-surprise-visit-st-peters-basilica.html
Published: April 10, 2025 15:04
Pope Francis makes a surprise outing from Casa Santa Marta, where he continues his convalescence and has gradually resumed some meetings. Read all
Philippines. Church calls for discernment ahead of elections
Published: April 10, 2025 13:41
As the Philippines head for critical midterm elections in May, the Filipino Church urges voters to discern and select candidates based on key values and warns against hate speech and fake news. Read all
The Gaza Sunbirds: Cycling through adversity
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2025-04/gaza-sunbirds-cycling-team-solidarity.html
Published: April 10, 2025 12:54
After losing his leg to a sniper’s bullet, Palestinian cyclist Alaa al Dali turned personal tragedy into a mission of hope. In the Gaza Strip, he co-founded the Sunbirds, a para-cycling team that not only trains athletes with disabilities but also provides…
South Sudan: International aid funding cuts leave children to die from cholera
Published: April 10, 2025 12:24
As a political crisis brews in South Sudan, several children have died as they walked to receive treatment from cholera after funding cuts to international aid have forced local clinics to close, according to Save the Children. Read all
Woman named President of Commission for Protecting Holy See Monuments
Published: April 10, 2025 12:10
The Holy See Press Office announces several appointments, including a new female president of the Permanent Commission for the Protection of the Historical and Artistic Monuments of the Holy See and a new Archbishop to lead the Military Ordinariate in…
Archbishop Caccia: Child mortality remains ‘unacceptably high’
Published: April 10, 2025 11:47
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, laments “unacceptably high” child mortality in many regions of the world, many of which could be prevented, while addressing the General Debate of the 58th Session of the…
Pope prays for victims of Dominican dance club disaster
Published: April 10, 2025 09:30
Pope Francis prays for those who died and were injured when a roof collapsed at a nightclub in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, early Tuesday morning. Read all
Cape Verde - São Nicolau Island hosts “Social Week”
Published: April 10, 2025 08:30
As part of Social Week activities, the island of São Nicolau welcomed important figures from national and local politics as well as civil society with the aim of promoting the dignity of the human person and showing the social face of the Church. …
King Charles and Queen Camilla visit Pope Francis on their anniversary
Published: April 9, 2025 18:46
Pope Francis holds a private audience at the Casa Santa Marta with Britain’s King Charles III and Queen Camilla, expressing his best wishes for their wedding anniversary. Read all
Israeli airstrike in Gaza kills 29, including children
Published: April 9, 2025 15:38
Health officials in Gaza say an Israeli airstrike has killed at least 29 Palestinians, including children, as aid remains blocked since the beginning of March, resulting in tens of thousands at risk of health complications and malnutrition. …
News from the Orient – April 9, 2025
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/church/news/2025-04/news-from-the-orient-april-9-2025.html
Published: April 9, 2025 15:11
In this week's news from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: The Louvre hosts icon conference, Continued bombing of Ukraine, Fifth Sunday of Byzantine Lent. Read all
Cardinal Krajewski: ‘Pope called to support my mission to Ukraine’
Published: April 9, 2025 11:16
Pope Francis calls his papal almoner, Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, to express support for his mission to deliver four ambulances he donated and to offer his blessings to the Ukrainian people. Read all
Pope encourages pilgrims from Italian dioceses to ‘persevere in prayer'
Published: April 9, 2025 11:10
In his message to the Dioceses of Grosseto and Pitigliano-Sovana-Orbetello, the Pope expresses his hope that their pilgrimage to the Holy Door will renew their faith. Read all
Pope Francis: We must release all burdens holding us back from God
Published: April 9, 2025 10:01
In Pope Francis' prepared catechesis for the weekly General Audience, which was not held due to his ongoing convalescence, he urges the faithful to give up all burdens weighing down their hearts, in order to experience the peace and joy that comes from the…
ASIF Report highlights improved reporting of suspicious activity
Published: April 9, 2025 10:00
In its latest Annual Report, the Vatican Supervisory and Financial Information Authority (ASIF) highlights increasingly effective procedures and greater attention to geographical risk. IOR is confirmed as a well-organized entity as the Holy See receives a…
‘Finding bridges’: Rome conference looks at religion and social cohesion
Published: April 9, 2025 09:10
A Cardinal, an Ambassador, and a Lutheran Bishop are among those gathering in Rome to discuss climate justice, social cohesion, and interreligious dialogue. Read all
The faces of the Gospels: Zacchaeus
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2025-04/the-faces-of-the-gospels-zacchaeus.html
Published: April 9, 2025 07:00
The faces of the Gospels as narrated by Pope Francis. Read all
Vatican event to focus on role of culture in correctional institutions
Published: April 8, 2025 20:42
The Dicastery for Culture and Education and the Dicastery for Communication are organizing an event focusing on the role culture can play in correctional institutions. The meeting will take place on Thursday 10 April in the Vatican's San Pio X Hall and…
King Charles makes state visit to Italy
https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2025-04/king-charles-makes-state-visit-to-italy.html
Published: April 8, 2025 14:36
King Charles III and Queen Camilla begin their state visit to Italy, the first overseas visit this year and his first since a brief hospitalization due to side effects from cancer treatment. Read all
Ugandan Bishops warn ‘nation is on the edge’
Published: April 8, 2025 14:03
In a pastoral letter titled "The Truth Will Set You Free," Uganda’s Catholic Bishops issue a warning about the country's current socio-political direction, calling for urgent reforms to prevent national collapse. Their message comes amid growing concern…
Australian Bishops urge Catholics to bring hope in upcoming elections
Published: April 8, 2025 13:29
As Australia heads into a federal election on May 3 Australian Bishops call on all Catholics to be beacons of hope amid economic hardships and increasing polarization in Australian society. Read all
SACRU: Embracing vulnerability in healthcare and ethics
Published: April 8, 2025 13:23
A seminar hosted by the Strategic Alliance of Catholic Research Universities on the occasion of the Jubilee of the Sick and the World of Healthcare shines the light on the ethical and social dimensions of human fragility. Read all
Strengthening dignity, offering guidance to refugees in Germany
Published: April 8, 2025 12:56
The Handmaids of Jesus in the Eucharist are committed to spreading the spirit of Christ's teachings, especially in disadvantaged areas, which constantly call on us to recognise the signs of the times and look at new areas of responsibility, as occurred in…