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Zambia’s Catholic Bishops urge priests and faithful to steer clear of partisan politics
As Zambia prepares for the August Presidential and General Elections, the Catholic Bishops have issued a Pastoral Letter advising politicians, the faithful, and all Zambians of goodwill to work towards creating a peaceful and civil electoral environment. Zambian Bishops have pledged that the Church will remain non-partisan, asserting, “Church premises must not be used for political campaigns.”
Pope Leo XIV’s calendar of celebrations through Easter
The Vatican releases the calendar for Pope Leo XIV’s liturgical celebrations through Easter, which includes his five scheduled visits to parishes in Rome.
Nearly 1,000 feared missing in latest migrant tragedy
An Italian aid group says that scores of people are unaccounted for after many boats left during a fierce storm.
St. John Henry Newman inscribed in the General Roman Calendar with memorial on October 9
The Dicastery of Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments releases a decree on Tuesday, February 3, in which Pope Leo XIV inscribes the Doctor of the Church, St. John Henry Newman, in the General Roman Calendar.
Cardinal Roche: St. John Henry Newman, an example of the search for truth
The Prefect of the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments comments on St. John Henry Newman's inscription in the General Roman Calendar with the rank of optional memorial.
Ukraine: Joint aid efforts by Knights of Columbus and Order of Malta
Two major Christian charitable communities - the Knights of Columbus and the Order of Malta - have pooled their resources to improve and reinforce humanitarian aid to those in need in war-struck Ukraine.
Irish abuse victim encounters Pope Leo: ‘He felt my pain’
Pope Leo XIV meets with David Ryan, a former student at Blackrock College in Ireland, and listens to his story of the abuse he and his late brother, Mark, endured at the Catholic secondary school.
Pope to religious: Even where weapons roar, you are witnesses to Jesus
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass on the 30th World Day for Consecrated Life, praising consecrated men and women for living out their steadfast faith even in the most difficult of circumstances, and inviting them to be 'leavens of peace' and 'signs of hope.'
Russia confirms new peace talks with Ukraine despite deadly drone attacks
Russia confirms that a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks will be held with Ukraine this week in Abu Dhabi after a brief pause amid concerns over the human cost of a war in which combined military casualties on both sides are estimated to be approaching two million.
Gaza: Rafah Crossing opens two years on
Israel reopens Gaza’s Rafah Crossing to Egypt, but restrictions remain. The full reopening of the Rafah crossing was part of the first phase of the US-brokered ceasefire agreement that went into effect in mid-October on condition that all living and deceased Hamas-held hostages were returned to Israel.
Pope Leo receives the President of the Republic of Portugal
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Portugal, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, in the Vatican on Monday morning.
Pope’s Peace Day message emphasizes restorative approach to peacebuilding
Throughout the United States, the Catholic Church is using restorative approaches to transform historical injustices, respond to crime and incarceration in communities, and as a practical tool to heal wounds of division at the local and diocesan level, according to the Executive Director of Catholic Mobilizing Network.
Cardinal Zenari reaching age 80 concludes mandate as Nuncio in Syria
Cardinal Mario Zenari, Apostolic Nunico to Syriapapal representative in Damascus since 2008, whose mandate was extended by Francis—who created him cardinal in 2016—submitted his resignation Monday upon reaching the age limit. Over these nearly seventeen years, he has carried out intense diplomatic and humanitarian activity in the Middle Eastern country, becoming a steady point of reference for a population suffering from war, poverty, terrorism, sanctions, crises, and earthquakes.
Archbishop Gallagher: Trust must be rebuilt in a world darkened by wars and divisions
Presiding over Mass in Bratislava on the 25th anniversary of the Fundamental Treaty between the Holy See and Slovakia, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, insists that paths leading to peace must always be kept open.
Pope Leo offers comfort to Crans-Montana fire victims on one-month commemoration
In a message to a commemoration one month after the deadly Crans-Montana fire, Pope Leo XIV reassures victims and their loved ones that nothing is over in Christ and that a better day will come, in which they will feel joy and experience their loved ones' closeness again.
Cardinal Parolin celebrates 60th anniversary of Holy See-Malta relations
As the Holy See and Malta mark 60 years of diplomatic relations, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin celebrates Mass in Valletta, praising the relationship as “communion already lived” in dialogue and encounter.
Pope prays for over 200 dead in eastern DRC mine collapse
Pope Leo XIV prays for the hundreds of people who died this week when a coltan mine collapsed in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and recalls the victims of storms in Mozambique and Portugal.
Pope Leo joins Cuban Bishops in calling for dialogue with US
Pope Leo XIV expresses concern for the rising tensions between the United States and Cuba, joining the Cuban Bishops in calling for dialogue, profound reform, and respect for human dignity in the country.
Pope appeals for Olympic truce ahead of 2026 Winter Games
Ahead of the Winter Olympic Games that begin on February 6, Pope Leo XIV urges nations in conflict to respect the traditional Olympic truce.
Pope at Angelus: Beatitudes can become a measure of happiness
During his Sunday Angelus address, Pope Leo XIV insists that living the Beatitudes can bring us happiness, bring light to the world’s shadows, and renew our hearts.