Vatican News
ACEAC Bishops pray for peace in the Great Lakes region.
Bishops of the standing committee of the Association of Central African Episcopal Conferences (ACEAC) have held their ordinary assembly this week in Ruhengeri, Rwanda. In a communique at the end of the meeting, the Bishops expressed concern about the security situation and deteriorating relations among member countries.
Catholic Church in England & Wales celebrates Racial Justice Day
The Catholic Church in England and Wales is today celebrating Racial Justice Sunday, a day when the Church focuses on the need to oppose racism and to pursue racial justice with renewed vigour.
Pope decries attack on Catholic Church in Istanbul
As Pope Francis condemns attack on Catholic Church in Istanbul, the Apostolic Vicar of Istanbul and the Apostolic Administrator of Constantinople, Bishop Massimiliano Palinuro, appeals to authorities "to seek the truth" behind the attack, which seems to suggest "religious intolerance."
Pope at Angelus: When tempted or taking wrong path, invoke Jesus
During his Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis urges the faithful to resist what has the power to enslave them by invoking Jesus whenever they feel tempted or about to make a misstep, and tells them, once again, to not dialogue with the devil.
Pope: 'Wars destroy people and are defeat for humanity'
At his Angelus address on Sunday, Pope Francis decries suffering in Myanmar, the Middle East, Ukraine, and Haiti, while urging everyone to pursue paths of peace and recalling World Leprosy Day.
St Isaac the Syrian: Desert hermit whose voices resonates across centuries
As churches across the Middle East celebrate the Feast of St Isaac the Syrian, Vatican News investigates his life, writings and rich legacy.
World remembers Holocaust amid rising antisemitism
Worldwide, people observed Holocaust Remembrance Day on Saturday to remember the 6 million Jews as well as Sinti, Roma, and millions of others killed by the German Nazis and their collaborators during World War Two at a time of growing concerns about the future of Israel. Saturday's ceremonies came amid mounting concerns about rising antisemitism after the October 7 attack by Hamas in Israel that killed more than 1,200 Israelis and others.
Lord's Day Reflection: ‘The Holy One of God'
As the Church marks the Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “The Holy One of God".
World Bank's van Trotsenburg: Serious support to Africa through locals and trust
In a wide-ranging interview with Vatican News ahead of the Italy Africa Summit, the World Bank's second-in-command, Senior Managing Director, Mr. Axel van Trotsenburg, responsible for Development Policy and Partnerships, discusses the need for the International Community to support Africa in a way that values and relies on the people there, and builds on what they need, and does not fly in thinking they can in five minutes take a look at things and understand the solution.
Pope Francis meets with President of Central African Republic
Pope Francis grants an audience to the President of the Central African Republic, Mr Faustin Archange Touadéra.
Pope encourages Order of Malta to continue its "humanitarian diplomacy"
Francis praises the Ambassadors of the Sovereign Military Order of Malta (SMOM) for their diplomatic work at the service of the poor and stresses the importance of a "joint" action between SMOM and Vatican diplomacy.
Pope on Holocaust Remembrance Day: Hatred and violence deny our humanity
Pope Francis condemns hatred and violence on Holocaust Remembrance Day, emphasising the importance of remembrance in constructing a peaceful future.
Pope Francis: Never forget Rwandan genocide
The Pope meets with members of an Italian non-profit that raises funds for an orphanage in Rwanda founded in the wake of the country's 1994 genocide.
Pope Francis invites young people to embrace the gift of Confirmation
Pope Francis meets with young people preparing to be confirmed and emphasises the importance of the Sacrament as well as the profound connection between it and the commitments made during Baptism.
Cardinal Czerny: 'We need a new humanistic economy'
Speaking at Aachen, Germany , at the presentation of a book on the social teaching of Pope Francis, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development illustrates the Catholic vision of human development and its relevance in today’s world.
UN Human Rights Commissioner: From tech to ceasefires, a call for dignity and peace
Following an audience with Pope Francis, the United Nations' High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, stresses the importance of respecting international law and human rights, expressing concerns about the impact of technology on conflicts, calling for a ceasefire in the Middle East, and condemning the death penalty while advocating for a world based on human rights and dignity.
UN’s top court orders Israel to prevent genocide, no call for ceasefire
‘The court is acutely aware of the extent of the human tragedy that is unfolding in the region and is deeply concerned about the continuing loss of life and human suffering,’ Justice Donoghue, the president of the court, said.
Pope sends greetings to Portuguese girl suffering grave illness
Pope Francis sends a video message to Edna, a young Portuguese girl with whom he had corresponded ahead of World Youth Day in Lisbon, encouraging her to continue her struggle with a life-threatening illness and to pray for young people.
IOM Director General: Pope Francis offers eloquent voice on migration
Following an audience with Pope Francis, Amy Pope, the Director General of the UN International Organization for Migration, praises the Holy Father’s passionate advocacy regarding migration and laments how migrants are often vilified in election years.
Myanmar conflict heavily impacting Christians in Chin State
The Myanmar Witness project of the UK-based Centre for Information Resilience releases a report revealing the impact of Myanmar’s conflict on Church communities in Christian-majority Chin state.
