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Cardinal Parolin: We can break the spiral of war only through dialogue
In an interview with the Italian newspaper “La Repubblica”, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin speaks about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, the role of multilateralism, and highlights the critical importance of dialogue for Vatican diplomacy, reiterating that peace cannot be imposed but is built patiently with mutual respect.
Angola: Former Supreme Court Chief Justice reflects on slow pace of national reconciliation
In an interview with Vatican News, Cristiano Augusto Andre, a Catholic, legal scholar and former Chief Justice of Angola’s Supreme Court from 1997 to 2014, expressed his concerns regarding the national reconciliation plan as well as the pace of economic development in Angola.
Hamas rejects Israel’s ceasefire offer
Hamas has rejected Israel’s latest ceasefire proposal, stating it is ready to negotiate a deal that would secure the release of all hostages in exchange for ending the war and freeing Palestinian prisoners.
Churches highlight the “Spirit of Nicaea” in their Easter Messages
In their respective Easter Messages, the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople and the World Council of Churches draw upon the spiritual and historical significance of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea 1,700 years ago, to emphasize unity and their shared tradition further highlighted this year by the common celebration of Easter.
Holy Week celebrations banned in Nicaragua
Since 2023, public processions have been banned and now this measure also applies to the Good Friday Stations of the Cross.
Pope’s Via Crucis meditations: Embrace God’s economy in a world of algorithms
In his meditations written for the Good Friday Way of the Cross at the Colosseum—presided over this evening, 18 April, by Cardinal Baldo Reina on behalf of Pope Francis—the Holy Father explains that, faced with inhuman economies built on calculation and algorithms, cold logic and implacable interests, the only change of course is to turn to the Savior.
France hosts talks on EU-US Ukraine peace plan
France is hosting talks with allies to discuss a path to peace in Ukraine ahead of Easter. The talks come after overnight Russian attacks on several Ukrainian cities reportedly left three people dead and 28 injured. French President Emmanuel Macron has already met Ukrainian and U.S. representatives in Paris.
Mass of the Lord's Supper: May we, like Jesus, be Eucharistic people
During the Mass in Coena Domini, Cardinal Gambetti reflects on Jesus' humble act of washing His disciples' feet, calling the Church to become a Eucharistic people who serve with love and share in His closeness.
Pope Francis visits prison inmates on Holy Thursday
Pope Francis visits Rome’s Regina Coeli prison on the afternoon of Thursday, marking a return to the historic penitentiary where he celebrated the Holy Thursday liturgy in 2018.
Millions of children at risk as violence escalates in DR Congo
Since the escalation of violence in January, the UN Children’s Fund reports a 100% increase in verified violations against children and women in the first four months of 2025.
Vatican: It is impossible to remove oneself from baptismal registry
The Prefect of the Dicastery for Legislative Texts, Archbishop Filippo Iannone, and its Secretary, Bishop Juan Ignacio Arrieta, have signed an explanatory note outlining the reasons for prohibiting deleting entries from parish registers that record the administration of the sacrament of Baptism.
Voices from Gaza: Journalists risk all to report the truth
In an interview with Vatican Media, Meron Rapoport, editor of +972 Magazine, speaks of the vital work of journalists who bring firsthand accounts of the war in Gaza to both international and Israeli audiences.
Pope Francis and Rome‘s Chief Rabbi exchange Easter greetings
On the occasion of Easter, Pope Francis and the Chief Rabbi of Rome, Riccardo Di Segni, exchange messages of mutual good wishes, continuing a tradition of fraternal dialogue and interreligious friendship.
‘The Last Supper’: In the Upper Room with Jesus
Screenwriter and movie director Mauro Borrelli speaks of The Last Supper, his newly released film starring James Oliver Wheatley, Jamie Ward, and James Faulkner and on why this intimate retelling of the final hours before Christ’s Passion is resonating with audiences.
Pope at Chrism Mass: Pray for the joy of priests
Pope Francis calls for praying for the joy of priests during the homily he prepared for the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday which was read by Cardinal Domenico Calcagno, President Emeritus of the Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See.
Church concerned by cuts of U.S. international aid and federal budget cuts
Caritas organizations say the sudden suspension of USAID is affecting their relief work for people whose lives depend on humanitarian aid, while the U.S. Church expresses concern over drastic federal budget cuts in social expenditure currently discussed at the Congress, which will affect vulnerable families in the United States.
Cameroonian youth urged to embrace hope despite multiple challenges that confront them
Over the weekend, several dioceses in Cameroon, comprising Kumbo, Douala, Edéa, and Buea, celebrated the Diocesan 40th World Youth Day and entrance into Holy Week in each of their dioceses. The three-day event was a powerful demonstration of the capacity of young people to mobilise and reinvigorate the Church’s mission in Africa and the world.
Pope Francis: Have we strayed? Our loving Father waits for us
In Pope Francis' prepared catechesis for the weekly General Audience, which was not held due to his ongoing convalescence, he recalls the parable of the Prodigal Son and reassures us faithful that no matter how far we have strayed, our loving Father waits for us with open arms.
Pope welcomes Gemelli hospital physicians and staff to the Vatican
Days before Easter, Pope Francis receives a group of doctors and staff from Rome's Gemelli Hospital, along with members of its affiliated university and structures, in the Vatican, and thanks them, during the 20 minute encounter, for their good work.