Vatican News
Save the Children decries 'relentless mental harm' suffered by Gaza children
Save the Children warns of the "complete psychological destruction" Gaza children are suffering due to five months of war. The humanitarian organization appeals once again for a ceasefire and for emergency aid to be able to reach the people immediately.
Pope mourns passing of Cardinal Cordes
The Cardinal, Pope Francis says, served "the Lord and the Church with fidelity and generosity, attentive to the needs of the youth and the needs of fragile individuals."
Pope Francis meets with President of Seychelles
Pope Francis recieves Wavel Ramkalawan, the President of Seychelles, at the Vatican on Saturday. Ramkalawan later met with Cardinal Pietro Paroin and Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher.
Pope to Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital: 'Your work is a mission'
Welcoming the community of the “Pope’s Hospital” in the Paul VI Hall Pope Francis encourages them to continue their “blessed work” of curing ill children from across the world.
Pope to Camillo Faresin Foundation: ‘Be with the least, always!’
Addressing members of the Fondazione Mons. Camillo Faresin as the organization celebrates the 20th anniversary of its establishment, Pope Francis highlights the group’s work with the “least” and their commitment to “working together.”
'Indigenous knowledge holders must be fairly recognized in co-led projects'
In an interview with Vatican News, Indigenous Fisheries Management Committee Chair, Mr. Herb Nakimayak of Canada, shares best practices in his industry, thanks the Pope and Vatican for their closeness, but calls for proper recognition and acknowledgement of indigenous knowledge leaders in co-led projects with the scientific community.
Kettelkamp: Pope has strengthened safeguarding Commission
Vatican Radio speaks with Teresa Kettelkamp, the newly appointed Adjunct Secretary for the Pontificial Commission for the Protection of Minors.
Dozens of migrants die aboard migrant boat in Mediterranean Sea
At least 60 migrants are reported to have died of hunger, thirst, and burns after the engine of their rubber dinghy broke down during an attempted crossing from Libya to Italy.
South Sudan: Step by step, women of the Gospel weave peace
It’s been a year since the ecumenical pilgrimage of Pope Francis to the war-torn country of South Sudan. The process of healing and reconciling after years of trauma is still in progress, and women religious are playing a significant role in it.
Angolan Bishops concerned about recent restrictions on freedom of worship.
Catholic Bishops of the Episcopal Conference of Angola and Sao Tome (CEAST) have condemned restrictions on the freedom of Sunday worship in some parts of Angolan society.
Von Braun: Indigenous wisdom in healthcare 'has served humanity tremendously'
In an interview with Vatican News on the sidelines of the Vatican-sponsored workshop regarding Indigenous Peoples, Professor Joachim von Braun, the President of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, says Indigenous wisdom in the field of healthcare, and other areas, has enriched mankind.
Message for Ramadan encourages working together for world peace
"Let us join in extinguishing the fires of hatred, violence and war, and instead light the gentle candle of peace." These words underscore the appeal of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue in its Message for the Month of Ramadan and ‘Id Al-Fitr to our Muslim brothers and sisters. The message calls on Christians as well to work together for peace, the respect and protection of human life.
Pope: "May the Jubilee help the People of God live hope"
Addressing members of the Dicastery for Evangelization, Pope Francis reflects on the Jubilee of Hope and calls for the promotion a “spirituality of mercy” to overcome secularism.
Cardinal Cantalamessa’s fourth Lenten sermon: I am the resurrection and the life
Cardinal Raniero Cantalamessa, the Preacher of the Papal Household, delivers his fourth Lenten sermon to the Roman Curia, in the presence of the Holy Father, Pope Francis. Today he looks at Jesus’ self-revelation: “I am the resurrection and the life”.
Pope names new officials for Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors
Pope Francis appoints Bishop Luis Manuel Ali Herrerra as Secretary, and Ms Teresa Morris-Kettelkamp as Adjunct Secretary for the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors.
Vincentians seminarians in Tanzania ‘making room for God’ despite lack of space
The seminarians in Morogoro, Tanzania, make use of what they have to complete their journey of faith, as they follow in the footsteps of St. Vincent de Paul with compassion and generosity.
Synod 'not ecclesiastical politics', results 'already visible'
The Holy See Press Office hosts a briefing to present two documents that will help the Church prepare for the second session of the Synod General Assembly in October.
Archbishop Wojda elected head of Polish Bishops' Conference
Archbishop Tadeusz Wojda, the new president of the Polish Bishops' Conference, speaks about the challenges he faces in his new position in an interview with Vatican Radio and Vatican News.
Chilean religious leaders appeal for peace and unity in the country
Representatives of several religious denominations in Chile, led by the president of the Chilean Catholic Bishops’ Conference, issue a joint statement urging political leaders to engage constructively in meaningful negotiations to address the current insecurity crisis in the country.
Bambino Gesù Hospital to celebrate 100th anniversary with Pope Francis
Over 3,000 employees from the six campuses of the Bambino Gesù Paediatric Hospital, together with patients and their families, are set to celebrate the 100th anniversary of its donation to the Holy See with Pope Francis on Saturday.
