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Three new Venerables: two missionaries in Ecuador and one Indian bishop
Pope Leo XIV authorizes the promulgation of various decrees for three Servants of God: Colombian Sister Agnese Arango Velásquez, Indian Bishop Matthew Makil, and Spanish Bishop Alessandro Labaka Ugarte.
Congolese layperson Floribert Bwana Chui to be beatified in Rome on 15 June 2025
“Recognised as a martyr of honesty and moral integrity,” Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi will be beatified on Sunday, 15 June 2025, in Rome, at the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls, during the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity. In announcing this “joyful event,” the Bishop of Goma, Bishop Willy Ngumbi M. Afr., indicated that the location and date were communicated by the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints.
What is happening to the children of Haiti?
As gang violence spirals in Haiti, children are being pulled from classrooms and into chaos. Confiance Haiti is on the frontline, offering education, safety, and hope where the world has turned away.
Pope Leo XIV: 'Christ is our Saviour, and in Him, we are one family'
Pope Leo XIV praises the important global efforts of the Pontifical Mission Societies, marveling that they are "effectively the 'primary means' of awakening missionary responsibility among all the baptized and supporting ecclesial communities in areas where the Church is young.
Pope appoints Sr. Tiziana Merletti as Secretary of Dicastery for Consecrated Life
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Sr. Tiziana Merletti as the Secretary of the Dicastery for Consecrated Life, which is responsible for orders and religious congregations, as well as secular institutes.
Moscow Auxiliary Bishop: Church in Russia ‘struck by Pope’s push for peace’
Bishop Nicolai Gennadevich Dubinin, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of the Mother of God in Moscow, tells Vatican News that Pope Leo XIV has impressed the Church and people of Russia with his call for a “disarmed and disarming peace.”
Athletica Vaticana: Jubilee of Sport to foster ‘Momentum of Hope’
On the Jubilee of Sport in mid-June, the Augustinianum Institute in Rome will host an international conference to explore the Church’s desire to support the “Momentum of Hope” offered by sport.
Remembering Francis, a Pope who led the Church to the peripheries
As the world marks 30 days since Pope Francis’ death, Cardinal John Ribat, MSC, from Papua New Guinea shares his memories of the late pontiff, who travelled to the Pacific island country in September 2024.
Tanzania Catholic Association of Sisters combats human trafficking
As Tanzania faces increasing cases of human trafficking, particularly involving women and girls, the Tanzanian Government has called for a comprehensive response. This response foresees the active involvement and participation of Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs) and civil society organizations, especially at the grassroots level.
Council of Nicaea: A light on path of understanding the faith
A conference in Rome studies the International Theological Commission's document, “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Saviour: 1,700th anniversary of the Ecumenical Council of Nicaea.”
Fake message to President of Burkina Faso attributed to Pope
A 36-minute speech in English, created with artificial intelligence, has been uploaded to YouTube, falsely attributing to Pope Leo XIV words for Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso.
Ten years on: The HALO Trust and the future of Syria's Palmyra
Ten years after the fall of Palmyra to the so-called Islamic-State, and as Syrians return to their cities following the fall of the Assad regime, The HALO Trust is beginning to look at the Syrian City with the prospect of clearing it of unexploded military ordinance.
Fr. Romanelli: Pope Leo XIV gives us new encouragement to persevere
Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, the parish priest of the Holy Family Church, tells Vatican News about the tough humanitarian situation in Gaza, but also expresses his gratitude to Pope Leo XIV for “his words of peace.”
Popes at the United Nations: Voices for Peace
This video, screened at the UN headquarters, commemorates the 60th anniversary of Pope Saint Paul VI’s visit, the 30th of Pope Saint John Paul II’s second visit, and the 10th of Pope Francis’ address to the UN General Assembly.
Pope Leo XIV to preside at Mass every Sunday in June
Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to preside at a papal Mass every Sunday in June, and he will hold a Consistory of Cardinals to vote on several Causes of Canonization.
Pope Leo XIV recalls Pope Francis, one month after his death
Concluding his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV remembers the late Pope Francis one month after his death. Cardinal Konrad Krajewski celebrates Mass in the chapel of the late Pope's residence at the Casa Santa Marta.
Pope Leo's appeal for Gaza: 'Allow aid to enter, end the hostilities'
Pope Leo XIV renews impassioned appeal for 'allowing entry of dignified humanitarian aid' into Gaza and for 'an end to the hostilities' whose 'price is paid by children, the elderly and the sick' at his first General Audience in St. Peter's Square.
Pope Leo XIV’s first General Audience: Love does not calculate
Pope Leo XIV holds his first Wednesday General Audience and reflects on Jesus' parable of the sower, stressing that God “does not wait for us to become the best soil.”
Pope Leo XIV: Build bridges for ecological and social justice
Marking the 10th anniversary of Laudato si’, Pope Leo XIV sends a videomessage to the Network of Universities for the Care of Our Common Home, and encourages their synodal reflection ahead of COP30.
Pope Leo prays at tomb of St Paul
Pope Leo visits the tomb of St Paul, and prays: “May the Lord grant me the grace to respond faithfully to his call.”
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