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Vatican publishes new Regulations of the Roman Curia
Pope Leo XIV approves the publication of new Regulations of the Roman Curia, which implement the reform put in place by the Apostolic Constitution "Praedicate Evangelium."
Cardinal Koch: Papal journey opportunity to deepen faith in Christ's divinity
As the Christian community in Türkiye awaits Pope Leo XIV to commemorate the Council of Nicaea with the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, Cardinal Kurt Koch, Prefect of the Dicastery for Christian Unity, says he hopes that this joint commemoration will bear witness to Christian unity.
Meeting with Latvian pilgrims, Pope offers spiritual advice for 'turbulent times'
Pope Leo XIV tells pilgrims from Latvia, which has been heavily affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine, that in times of conflict it is important "to turn to God and to be strengthened by His grace”.
Pope to Servants of Mary: Be bearers of friendship and peace
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the Servants of Mary attending the congregation's 215th General Chapter, recalling that living the Gospel is epitomized by intense love for God and for others.
Foster collaboration for better witness, Sr. Nina urges religious women gathered in Kenya
Sr. Nina Krepić of the Dicastery for Communication has urged religious women involved in the communication ministry under the umbrella of the Communication Network of Catholic Sisters (CNCS) to foster a spirit of communion, unity, and active participation among themselves and with others.
Pope Leo calls for the release of hostages in Nigeria and Cameroon
After Mass on the Solemnity of Christ the King in St Peter's Square, Pope Leo makes a heartfelt appeal for the release of students and priests kidnapped in recent days in Nigeria and Cameroon.
Pope Leo issues Apostolic Letter 'In Unitate Fidei' on Nicaea Anniversary
Ahead of his upcoming Apostolic Journey to Türkiye, Pope Leo issues the Apostolic Letter 'In Unitate Fidei' on the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, broken down into 12 points, with the hope of "encouraging the whole Church to renew her enthusiasm for the profession of faith."
Pope Leo: Choirs are called to be a sign of the Church’s unity
On the Jubilee of Choirs, Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass, urging choristers to live their ministry as a sign of ecclesial unity, singing “in unison” as a people walking together in faith. He notes that liturgical music must foster communion, helping the whole Church journey forward.
Nigeria Catholic School: OLA Sisters call for global prayers for 315 abducted students, staff
The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA), the managing agents of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Nigeria, where 315 students and staff were abducted early Friday night, have issued a heartfelt appeal requesting prayers and spiritual solidarity.
COP30 ends without agreement for phasing out fossil fuels
Despite early hopes in the heart of the Amazon, the summit concludes without commitments on fossil fuels, leaving vulnerable nations disheartened and the multilateral process under strain.
Campaign to immunize children in Gaza underway
A catch-up immunization campaign is underway in Gaza to reach over 40,000 children under three who have missed routine vaccines due to two years of conflict.
Ukraine Caritas chief on love, solidarity and Dilexi Te
Tetiana Stawnych, head of Caritas Ukraine, speaks to Vatican News about the recent Russian attack on Ternopil, and the importance of Pope Leo’s Apostolic Exhortation Dilexi te.
Over 300 students kidnapped from Catholic school in Nigeria
Gunmen stormed and kidnapped more than 300 students at a Catholic school in Nigeria. The United States and local Church have condemned the act, voiced deep concern, and Washington is considering sanctions.
Pope at Jubilee Audience: Peace calls for taking a stand where human dignity is trampled
During his Jubilee Audience on Saturday morning, Pope Leo XIV reflects on Servant of God, Dorothy Day, an American Catholic, who dedicated her life to doing good work in the early 20th Century, underscoring that like her, Christians are to promote peace by actively defending and protecting human dignity.
Pope Leo: Christian identity is the compass of education
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to educators at a conference in Madrid, noting that Christian identity is the foundation of education. He reminds them that Christ is the guiding compass for teaching, shaping both character and knowledge.
Pacific Islands at COP30: walking to the future in the footsteps of our ancestors
On the sidelines of the United Nations' Conference on Climate Change, Joshua Cooper from Hawai'i warns about the differing priorities regarding climate change in the Pacific and Small Island Nations, as negotiations draw closer to a conclusion.
Lord’s Day Reflection: The Kingship we still need
As the Church marks the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on the theme, “A century later - the Kingship we still need”
An Economy of Enough: Limits as pathways to renewal
From 28 to 30 November, Castel Gandolfo will be host to 'Restarting the Economy', a global meeting promoted by The Economy of Francesco. The international event will be aimed at rethinking the economy in light of the Jubilee, focusing on social justice, care for
Pope Leo to young people: Technology can help us live our Christian faith
Pope Leo XIV meets online with over 15,000 teenagers gathered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and invites young Catholics to grow in friendship with Jesus Christ, use technology healthily to deepen their faith, and avoid using political categories to speak about the Church.
After West Bank settler attacks, Christians express importance of hope
As violence continues in Taybeh - the last Palestinian village inhabited entirely by Christians - parish priest Fr. Bashar Fawadleh says “these acts of vandalism and violence are unacceptable and require firm condemnation from everyone.”
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