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8 years after ISIS, two historic churches in Mosul reopen their doors
In the heart of Mosul’s Old City, politicians, clergymen and members of the faithful gather to reinaugurate the Mar Toma and Al-Tahira churches, which had been vandalised and destroyed by so-called Islamic State.
Pope Leo to meet Popular Movements
The Holy See Press Office holds a briefing to present the Fifth World Meeting of Popular Movements, scheduled to take place in Rome from 21 to 24 October, followed by a Jubilee Pilgrimage. Participants will be received in audience by Pope Leo XIV, and participate in a Jubilee Mass at the conclusion of their meeting.
Tanzania: On Nyerere Day, Archbishop Ruwa’ichi calls for an end to abductions
In commemorating Nyerere Day—when Tanzanians honour the country’s Founding Father, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere—on 14 October 2025, the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Dar es Salaam and Chairperson of the Justice and Peace Commission for the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) issued a passionate appeal concerning a troubling rise in unexplained disappearances and kidnappings across the country. The abductions have persisted in Tanzania for the past two years.
Church leaders meet at US-Mexico border to address migration
Bishops, theologians and pastoral ministers dialogue at the border to face migration phenomenon ethically across Mexico and the US.
Franciscan Month: U.S. colleges reflect on service and interfaith dialogue
As the Church honors St. Francis of Assisi this October, colleges across the United States are embracing his message of peace, humility, and care for creation. Led by Brother Gregory Cellini., Franciscan Month has become a growing movement inviting students and communities alike to rediscover what it means to live a new way of life
Patriarch Pizzaballa: A new language and new witnesses for a narrative of peace
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem reflects on the historical moment in the Holy Land following the agreement reached between Israel and Hamas, and affirms: “We have a duty toward our communities — to help them look ahead, positively and serenely, toward a different future.”
Polish donor gifts Pope Leo a purebred Arabian horse
A Polish man has donated a purebred Arabian horse to Pope Leo XIV ahead of the weekly General Audience, saying he was inspired by the photo of the Augustinian Pope on horseback in Peru.
Pope to Augustinian Sisters: The Lord has filled you with joy
Pope Leo XIV receives Augustinian Recollect Sisters, rejoicing in their God-given joy and encouraging them to continue walking with the Lord.
Augustinians to publish book of Pope Leo XIV's letters during time as Prior General
The Order of Saint Augustine and the Vatican Publishing House (LEV) announce the publication of a new book entitled "Free Under Grace: Writings and Meditations 2001-2013," which gathers writings of Pope Leo XIV during his time as Prior General of the Augustinian Order.
Consecration of the Auxiliary Bishop of Shanghai, China
On Wednesday, October 15, the episcopal ordination of Bishop Ignatius Wu Jianlin took place.
Ceasefire in Gaza strains as violence and grief persist
The Palestinian Civil Defence says there have been casualties after Israeli fire in two separate incidents in eastern Gaza City and east of Khan Younis.
Caritas Jerusalem delivers aid to mothers and babies in Gaza
Caritas Jerusalem delivers 10,000 cans of milk formula for vulnerable babies as the Caritas network mobilizes its humanitarian response following the signing of a ceasefire and the opening of humanitarian corridors.
Holy See: Vatican diplomacy is for common good, not particular interests
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher gives a talk on how the Holy See’s diplomacy focuses on translating hope into a “diplomatic act” and on the importance of “becoming a neighbour” to serve the common good.
Aid to the Church in Need present wherever people suffer
The Pontifical Foundation Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) is launching new initiatives to support persecuted Christians and victims of war.
Pope to Italian President: Peace requires dignified, prosperous coexistence
Pope Leo XIV makes an official visit to the Quirinal Palace in Rome to meet with Italian President Sergio Mattarella, and praises the close collaboration of Italy and the Holy See to facilitate recent Church events that have enjoyed a global audience.
Pope sends antibiotics to Gaza for children in need
As humanitarian aid is finally granted access to the Gaza Strip, Pope Leo XIV instructs the Office of Papal Charities to send medicines for the youngest victims of the two-year conflict. Meanwhile, food aid distributions continue in Ukraine.
Holy See at UN: 'Ecological debt' owed to developing countries must be rectified
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, addresses the UN's 'Second Committee Debate on Item 18: Sustainable Development,' and insists that ecological debt owed to developing countries must be rectified, biodiversity be protected, and there must be greater education for integral ecology.
Pope at Audience: Despite everything, Jesus sustains us
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on how Jesus sustains us despite everything, saying this truth ought to console us as we experience the ups and downs of life.
EBU Mediterranean Leadership Summit set to begin in Naples
At the EBU Mediterranean Leadership Summit on the theme 'The Mediterranean: A Meeting Place,' Directors General, CEOs, and Presidents of Public Service Broadcasters from 18 countries, including Vatican Radio, will gather in Naples, Italy, to explore the vital role of Public Service Media (PSM) in promoting peace and intercultural dialogue.
Pope Leo XIV meets Brazilian President Lula in private audience in the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV meets Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his wife in a private audience in the Vatican.