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Church in Venezuela aims to be 'place of encounter for everyone'
Archbishop Jesús Andoni González de Zárate Salas, President of Venezuela's Episcopal Conference, tells Vatican News that the Church in the country aims to "accompany the people constantly in their struggle for the triumph of good, truth and justice.”
Ukrainians fight frigid winter with the warmth of volunteering
'The Sewing Company,' an initiative born in Dnipro which now welcomes the contribution from women from around the world, produces adaptive clothing free of charge for civilians and soldiers wounded in the conflict, helping them withstand the harsh winter temperatures.
Parish helps victims in aftermath of Spain railway crash
Father Rafael Prados tells Vatican News about the work of San Andrés Parish, in Adamuz, to keep its doors open overnight to accompany those affected by Spain’s railway tragedy.
Guatemalan Archbishop: Pray for peace and an end to violence
In a statement issued on 18 January, the Archbishop of Santiago de Guatemala calls for constant prayer for peace in light of the situation of “anxiety and unrest” caused by “the security crisis the country is currently experiencing.”
Cardinal Koch: ‘Ecumenism is a tool of peace for the world’
As part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Cardinal Kurt Koch, Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity, explores Pope Leo XIV’s invitation to walk the path of ecumenism.
Holy See: 'We need effective measures to prevent war crimes'
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, emphasizes the importance of a constructive dialogue to develop an effective and lasting response to crimes against humanity.
Mali: Bishops meet to discern and strengthen the mission of the Church
Mali’s Bishops are meeting from 19 January to 22 January in a plenary session discussing the financial situation of the Church, the sustainability of Catholic education, and appointments at the national level. In an interview with Vatican media, Father Abel Kassongué, Secretary General of the Bishops' Conference, said the Church in Mali was living in a “delicate” socio-political and security context that calls for prayer and solidarity.
Pope’s World Day of Sick message: Love by bearing another's pain
Pope Leo XIV releases his message for the 34th World Day of the Sick, and invites the faithful to consider the Samaritan's compassion and how we too can offer love by bearing the pain of others.
Mozambique: Maputo Archbishop offers closeness, solidarity to flood victims
Archbishop João Carlos Hatoa Nunes, of Maputo, expresses the Church's closeness and support to those affected by heavy flooding that has hit Mozambique.
Bolivia: Idente Mission offers hope for younger generations in rural outskirts
Isolated villages, malnutrition and increased rates of school dropouts are part of daily life in Chiquitanía, where missionaries have been present since the 1980s. Consecrated women have opened welcome and study areas, allowing faith and culture to become education, music, play and hope for children, young people and families.
Three US Cardinals: Foreign policy must respect human dignity, religious liberty
Ten days after Pope Leo XIV’s ‘State of the World’ address, American Cardinals Cupich, McElroy, and Tobin release a joint statement renouncing war and calling for US foreign policy to be based on peace and respect for human dignity and religious liberty.
Pope Leo XIV meets the President of the Czech Republic
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Czech Republic, Mr. Petr Pavel, in the Vatican on Monday.
Pope sends prayers and condolences for victims of Spain train accident
Pope Leo XIV expresses his closeness to victims of a train accident in southern Spain on Sunday, which left at least 39 dead and many more injured.
Pope to Neocatechumenal Way: Be builders and witnesses of communion
Pope Leo XIV meets with members and leaders of the Neocatechumenal Way, and encourages their mission while urging them to be witnesses of unity in the Church.
Pope expresses gratitude to Inspectorate for Public Security for Vatican City
Pope Leo XIV thanks directors and police officers of Italy’s Inspectorate for Public Safety for Vatican City for their work to ensure the safety of the faithful and pilgrims around Vatican City, especially during such an intense year, which saw the Jubilee, the funeral of Pope Francis, and the Conclave.
Armenia–Azerbaijan peace agreement wins 2026 Zayed Award
The International Zayed Award for Human Fraternity 2026 has been awarded to the peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan and to Afghan education advocate Zarqa Yaftali.
Pope: Finland offers example of ecumenical cooperation grounded in hope
On the second day of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Leo XIV meets with a Finnish ecumenical delegation and praises the long-standing cooperation between Lutheran, Orthodox, and Catholic communities in Finland.
Pope: Let us intensify prayer for the full unity of Christians
Marking the start of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Leo XIV recalls its origins and calls for renewed prayer for visible unity among Christians.
Pope prays for DR Congo and flood-stricken southern Africa
Pope Leo highlights the grave humanitarian crisis in eastern DR Congo, where violence has forced many to flee, and expresses solidarity with those affected by extreme weather in southern Africa.
Pope at Angelus: We are precious in God's eyes
During his Angelus address this Sunday in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV calls on Christians to remain vigilant, to focus on what is essential, and to never forget how precious we are in God's eyes.
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