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We have much to learn from our persecuted brothers and sisters in Africa
Over the weekend, Pope Leo XIV speaking during the Saturday Jubilee Audience on 8 November 2025, in Saint Peter Square, reflected on the life of Blessed Isidore Bakanja, a young Congolese martyr. The testimony of Bakanja, “reminds us that we have much to learn from our persecuted brothers and sisters in Africa,” said Pope Leo XIV.
Cardinal Fernández at mysticism conference: ‘Spirit moves in varied ways’
Attending a conference on “Mysticism, Mystical Phenomena, and Holiness” at the Pontifical Urban University in Rome, the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith affirms the Holy Spirit's many different ways of manifesting God's presence throughout Church history.
Religious sisters stand with flood-affected coastal communities in Indonesia
Even after seeing tidal floods destroy homes and livelihoods, Sr. Vincentia Sabarina, HK, and those around her continue to assist residents of the Indonesian coastal village of Sidodadi.
Pope’s Türkiye visit an opportunity to “revive" the spirit of Vatican II
Bishop Paolo Bizzeti, former Apostolic Vicar of Anatolia, speaks to Vatican News about the Pope’s upcoming apostolic journey to Türkiye, a “mosaic” of different religious communities.
"Leo from Chicago" - The Documentary
The Vatican Dicastery for Communication presents the documentary "Leo from Chicago," with interviews, footage, and images that trace the history and explore the roots of Robert Francis Prevost in his native United States, including in-depth interviews with Louis and John Prevost. A production by journalists Deborah Castellano Lubov, Salvatore Cernuzio, and Felipe Herrera-Espaliat.
Swiss Guard opens internal review after ‘dispute’ at Vatican post
The Director of the Holy See Press Office responds to journalists’ questions regarding an incident near one of the entrances to Vatican City, in which “elements interpreted as having antisemitic connotations” were reportedly observed.
Thousands flee intensified violence in central Sudan
Thousands more people flee their homes in Sudan as fighting intensifies between the army and the RSF in central Kordofan region, deepening a conflict that has already displaced 14 million and killed an estimated 120,000.
Zambia: Kalundu International Study Centre holds graduation and unites African religious women
Over the weekend, 16 religious sisters from various African countries graduated from a transformative leadership and formation course. The graduation ceremony was graced by the presence of the Apostolic Nuncio and the President of the Zambia Association of Sisterhoods (ZAS).
Tanzanian Archbishop: Post-election violence is 'abomination before God'
In a Mass dedicated to the victims and their families of recent violence, Archbishop Jude Thaddeus Rwa’ichi of Dar es Salaam stresses how the bloodshed “does not reflect the true face of Tanzania.”
Contemplative Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd celebrate 200 years
The Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd, an international contemplative congregation of contemplative sisters, are wrapping up their 200th anniversary with Mass presided by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle.
Augustinian Fr Daleng new vice regent of Pontifical Household
Pope Leo XIV appoints Fr Edward Daleng O.S.A. as the new vice regent of the Pontifical Household. Until now, he has served as General Counsellor and Procurator General of the Order of Saint Augustine.
Tanzania: Church prays and hopes for reconciliation and peace
As street protests affect Tanzania, the Archdiocese of Mbeya has been among the hardest hit, with more than a hundred victims. Fr. Valerio Mwandanji, parish priest of St. Matthew the Apostle Church, says a Mass was celebrated on 9 November “to remember those who lost their lives during the demonstrations. The people are calling for change.”
Pope: AI use in healthcare must ensure quality of care and relationships
Pope Leo XIV encourages participants in a Vatican-organized conference to help ensure that artificial intelligence does not replace interpersonal relationships in the field of healthcare.
COP30: Ode to the Amazon
As COP30 kicks off in Belém, Brazil, we look at the significance of hosting this year's UN climate conference in the heart of the Amazon rainforest.
Philippine Church activates relief network as deadly storms strike back-to-back
Caritas Philippines, the social action arm of the Catholic Church, has mobilized its national network to respond to the impact of Super Typhoon Fung-wong, known locally as Uwan.
Pope: Honor war victims with ceasefires, genuine commitment for peace
At the conclusion of the Angelus, Pope Leo XIV expresses his deep gratitude to those who work to build peace in countries experiencing war. He also offers prayers for the people of the Philippines, hit by Typhoon Fung-wong.
Pope at Angelus: We are Christ's Church meant to joyfully walk with Him
During his weekly Angelus address, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that "the true sanctuary of God is Christ" who is "the only mediator of salvation, the only Redeemer, the One who, by uniting Himself with our humanity, and transforming us with His love, represents the door that opens wide for us and leads us to the Father."
Pope: The Church is a ‘construction site’ for a community to be built without haste
Celebrating Mass on the occasion of the Dedication of the Basilica of St John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the Church, urging the faithful to be ‘free from the criteria of the world, which too often demands immediate results because it does not know the wisdom of waiting’. ‘Jesus changes us and calls us to work in God's great construction site, wisely shaping us according to His plans for salvation.’ ‘In Rome,’ says the Pope, ‘there is a great good that grows’ beyond the hardships.
Pope Leo meets with victims of clerical abuse from Belgium
Pope Leo meets with a group of survivors of clerical abuse in Belgium in a climate of “closeness, deep listening, and painful dialogue”, which concluded with a moment of prayer.
Pope to young people: be bridge builders in a world marked by division
Pope Leo XIV sends a videomessage to the young people gathered the Cathedral of Košice in Slovakia and encourages them to bring the light of Christ to their families, schools, workplaces and more.