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Cardinal Fernández: Pope Francis was a tireless worker
In his homily for the sixth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, which falls on International Workers’ Day, Cardinal Fernández reflects on the late Pope’s emphasis on the dignity of work.
7,000 evacuated after fires around Jerusalem
A state of emergency has been declared in Israel following what are being described as the country’s largest ever fires.
Paris Marks 400th Anniversary of the Congregation of the Mission
More than 20 Bishops and 150 Confrères gathered to Celebrate the Jubilee of the Congregation Founded by St. Vincent de Paul. The celebration took place at the Maison Mère, the spiritual heart of the Vincentian mission.
Upcoming conclave will be first with more than 120 Cardinal electors
The conclave set to begin on May 7 will be the first to include 133 Cardinal electors, but it is not the first time the College of Cardinals has exceeded the 120 limit.
‘Cardinals need prayers of the humble and little ones, each of us’
As the College of Cardinals requests prayers from all Catholics for their discernment for the next Pope, Dominican Fr. Sylvain Detoc recalls the power of the Church’s prayer, especially in moments when the Holy Spirit seeks to open up new horizons.
Vietnamese Bishop invites faithful to offer ‘blossoms of hope’ to Mary in May 2025
Bishop Joseph Trần Văn Toản of Long Xuyen in Vietnam has called on the faithful to become “a pilgrim people of hope,” drawing inspiration from the Virgin Mary as the “Woman of the Eucharist,” in his pastoral letter for May 2025.
News from the Orient - April 30, 2025
In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: An Eastern tribute is offered to Pope Francis, we mark the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, and Churches celebrate St. Thomas Sunday .
Palestinian PM: ‘Peaceful coexistence with Israel only path forward'
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reflects on the late Pope Francis’ enduring support for Palestinian self-determination and global peace, affirming that coexistence, not conflict, is the only viable future for both peoples.
Cardinal Sandri: Pope Francis leaves legacy of service and vision
Presiding over the fifth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Sandri reflects on Pope Francis’ witness of humble service as well as on the lasting vision he leaves for the future of the Church.
Holy See Observer to UN: Pope Francis brought us together as ‘Fratelli tutti'
The Holy See Permanent Observer to the United Nations pays tribute to the late Pope Francis, recalling how his words and actions resonated across the Assembly.
Cardinals discuss economic situation of the Holy See at General Congregation
Holy See: Comprehensive disarmament is the only way to lasting peace
Addressing the Third UN Preparatory Committee of the 2026 Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Vatican Permanent Observer Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, strongly reaffirms the Holy See’s unwavering call for global nuclear disarmament.
Cardinals ask faithful to pray for their discernment for new Pope
The College of Cardinals has requested that all Catholics pray for them, so that they may listen the Holy Spirit as they discern whom to choose as the next Pope.
'Pope Francis, a priest who was at my side no matter what happened'
Adrian Pallarols, a dear friend of Pope Francis, frequently known as the Pope's silversmith, remembers the late friend with whom he would sit and chat over coffee milk and cookies prepared by nuns 'as a priest who was at my side no matter what happened.'
Pope Francis: A Voice for Our Common Home
Pope Francis brought ethical urgency to the climate crisis by addressing its human and social consequences, building on the legacy of John Paul II and Benedict XVI.
Cardinals recognize right to vote of all Cardinal electors in conclave
The College of Cardinals announces that all 133 Cardinal electors participating in the upcoming conclave have the right to vote for the new Pope.
UN Secretary General remembers Pope Francis
During a special commemoration remembering Pope Francis at the United Nations in New York on Tuesday, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres praises the late Pontiff for always being 'a voice of peace in a world of war,' reminding us of our moral duties, and being a constant 'messenger of hope.'
Cardinal Gambetti at Novemdiales Mass: See the fullness of God in the least
Presiding over the fourth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Gambetti reminds the faithful that they should see God in everyone as the late Pope did.
Faith and Fellowship: The resilience of Zimbabwean migrants in South Africa
Every last Sunday of the month, Catholic asylum-seekers, migrants, and refugees in South Africa come together in some cities to participate in a Eucharistic celebration. Most of these migrants are from Zimbabwe and have made South Africa (SA) their home.