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Cardinal O’Malley on abuse: Church puts victims and their families first
In this interview with Vatican News, Cardinal Seán O’Malley talks about the work of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors; raising awareness in the Church about clerical abuse; and the Church’s priorities, especially the need to put victims and their families first.
Pope: Secretariat of State a ‘hub of coordination’ with Church worldwide
Pope Leo XIV meets with officials of the Vatican Secretariat of State, and invites them to never let ambition or rivalry stand in the way of serving as a community that acts as a hub between the Holy See and the Church around the world.
Pope Leo XIV speaks by phone with Russian President Putin
Speaking by phone with President Vladimir Putin, Pope Leo XIV urges Russia to take a step that favours peace, underlining the importance of dialogue.
Thousands gather at Namugongo Shrine to honour the Ugandan Martyrs
On Tuesday, 3 June 2025, thousands of Ugandan pilgrims and visitors from across Africa and beyond converged at the Namugongo Ugandan Martyrs Shrine to commemorate the feast of the 22 Catholics executed between 1885 and 1887 on the orders of Buganda King Mwanga II for refusing to renounce their faith.
Pope at Audience: Looking for meaning in life? Turn to God
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that God waits for us with open arms, no matter how late we are in responding to His call, and also reminds young people that if they are seeking meaning in Life, God will offer it to them and never disappoint.
Pope: 'A hallmark of many Italian immigrants to US was their Catholic faith'
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the National Italian American Foundation in the Vatican on Wednesday morning, recalling that "a hallmark of many who immigrated to the United States from Italy was their Catholic faith," which he says sustained them in difficult moments.
Cardinal Parolin: ‘No war is inevitable, no peace is impossible’
In an interview with the Italian daily “La Stampa,” Cardinal Pietro Parolin reiterates the Holy See’s unwavering commitment to peace, warning against the normalization of war and the illusion that armed conflict is an unavoidable solution.
Palestinians killed by Israeli fire while awaiting aid in Rafah
At least 24 Palestinians were killed and dozens injured by Israeli army fire while waiting for humanitarian aid in the southern Gaza city of Rafah.
Pope's June prayer intention: 'That the world might grow in compassion'
Pope Leo XIV releases his first monthly prayer intention for the month of June, inviting the faithful to pray "that each one of us might find consolation in a personal relationship with Jesus, and from His Heart, learn to have compassion on the world."
Ukraine: Shedding light on war crimes to restore hope
Valeriya Ygoshyna, a Ukrainian investigative journalist, has worked since the start of the war in Ukraine to gather proof of Russian violence against Ukrainian citizens, seeking to restore hope.
Tens of thousands make Marian pilgrimage in Vietnam
To close the month of May and prepare for Pentecost, Catholics from the diocese of Da Nang, Vietnam make a pilgrimage to the site of a Marian apparition.
Kenyan Catholic media professionals celebrate World Communications Day
Catholic media organizations in Nairobi celebrated World Communications Day with a powerful message of unity, compassion, and hope. The event brought together media representatives from various Catholic outlets across the city and beyond, emphasising the vital role of communication in fostering hope and understanding in today’s digital age.
Benedictine Sisters close facilities in Kenyan region due to violence
Following the murders of two priests in the Kerio Valley, the Missionary Benedictine Sisters of the Sacred Heart close their facilities in that region of Kenya.
Denver Archbishop calls for end to violence that ‘only fuels hatred’
Saying he is “deeply saddened” at news of an antisemitic attack in Boulder, Colorado, the Archbishop of Denver, Samuel Aquila, calls for prayers for victims and says “this type of violence must come to an end as it only fuels hatred.”
Polish religious sisters organize lay faithful to pray for priests
For 26 years, the Bethany Mission to Support Priests has united lay people and clergy to pray together for priests. Sr. Daria Tyborska says the initiative reminds the faithful that their job is to pray for priests, not just complain about them or focus on their mistakes.
Disastrous flooding adds to Myanmar's humanitarian emergency
The already-dramatic humanitarian emergency in Myanmar has been intensified by heavy flooding in the north of the country.
Pope Leo XIV honours Blessed Iuliu Hossu as a prophet of hope
Pope Leo XIV pays tribute to Blessed Iuliu Hossu, recalling his heroic defense of Jews during WWII and his unwavering faith under Communist persecution.
Ukrainian-Russian peace talks despite fighting
Another round of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia has begun in Istanbul, Turkey, despite new reports of Russian attacks hitting Ukraine after Kyiv hit Russia with drones.
Chicago set to celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV
The Archdiocese of Chicago, hometown of Pope Leo XIV, is hosting an event in the city's Rate Field, residence of its beloved White Sox baseball team, to celebrate the election to the papacy of a native son.
Pope appoints Dr. Luigi Carbone as Director of Vatican Healthcare Services
Pope Leo XIV appoints Dr. Luigi Carbone as the head of the Directorate of Health and Hygiene of the Vatican, who had thus far been serving as the deputy director of the body responsible for safeguarding public hygiene and health within the territory of Vatican City State.