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Pope approves decrees for 2 new Blesseds and 4 Venerables
Pope Leo XIV approves decrees for the causes of saints and recognizes the martyrdom of Guatemalan Fr. Augusto Rafael Ramírez Monasterio and Mother Maria Ignazia Isacchi, clearing the way for their beatification.
Poland: Vatican Media honored for promoting peace
The Polish Military Ordinariate has awarded the Benemerenti Prize to the Polish-language section of Vatican Radio–Vatican News and L’Osservatore Romano in recognition of their contribution to promoting the values of peace. The honor was also conferred on several units of the Polish Armed Forces: the Operational Command of the Armed Forces, the Armed Forces Support Inspectorate, and the Air Force Orchestra.
US & Japanese Bishops urge renewed commitment to nuclear disarmament
Marking the fifth anniversary of the Treaty of the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons, several Bishops of Japan and the United States renew calls for nations to work toward a world free of nuclear arms.
Children bear brunt of devastating Mozambique floods
As the humanitarian emergency intensifies for severe flooding across Mozambique, the UN Children's Fund illustrates that children are most affected, and that waterborne illnesses and malnutrition are a 'lethal combination.'
The ‘lifting of the anathemas’, sixty years on
At a conference in Rome, Cardinal Kurt Koch and Metropolitan Job of Pisidia reflect on thousand year-old rupture between the Catholic and Orthodox Churches, and the 1965 Joint Declaration by Patriarch Athenagoras and Pope Paul VI which set them on the road to unity.
Pope to Catholic media: Amplify voices for reconciliation, disarm hearts
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the French Catholic Media Federation for the 29th edition of the Days of St. Francis de Sales, taking place in Lourdes on January 21-23.
Cardinal Parolin: Tensions between US and Europe worsen international climate
Speaking to journalists, the Vatican Secretary of State touches on the tensions between the United States and Europe. He says it is essential “to discuss the controversial issues, but without engaging in polemics and without creating further tensions.”
Seoul Archdiocese launches nationwide pilgrimage of WYD symbols
The Archdiocese of Seoul formally launches a nationwide pilgrimage of the World Youth Day (WYD) Symbols, with the blessing of 15 logo sculptures at Myeongdong Cathedral.
Cardinal Krajewski: We must concretely help suffering Ukrainians
As the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine worsens, Cardinal Konrad Krajewski, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity, launches a forceful appeal to support fundraising efforts by the Basilica of Saint Sophia in Rome, gathering blankets, thermal clothing, and supplies.
Pope Leo XIV presented with lambs on feast of St. Agnes
Two lambs were presented to Pope Leo XIV on the liturgical feast of St. Agnes, in keeping with an ancient tradition of the Roman Church.
Myanmar: St. Carlo Acutis statue set up as symbol of hope
A statue of St. Carlo Acutis has been inaugurated in Myanmar, and a diocesan priest describes it as offering an example to young people on how to live their faith, “even in times of trial, especially during this difficult time the nation is experiencing.”
Pope: Amid war and loss of respect for human dignity, let us pray for peace
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to pray for Christian unity and for peace, especially in our time marked by a lack of respect for human dignity and heightened international tensions.
Pope at Audience: We are God's beloved children
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ, as he continues his catechesis on the Dogmatic Constitution 'Dei Verbum' on Divine Revelation.
Church in Venezuela aims to be 'place of encounter for everyone'
Archbishop Jesús Andoni González de Zárate Salas, President of Venezuela's Episcopal Conference, tells Vatican News that the Church in the country aims to "accompany the people constantly in their struggle for the triumph of good, truth and justice.”
Ukrainians fight frigid winter with the warmth of volunteering
'The Sewing Company,' an initiative born in Dnipro which now welcomes the contribution from women from around the world, produces adaptive clothing free of charge for civilians and soldiers wounded in the conflict, helping them withstand the harsh winter temperatures.
Parish helps victims in aftermath of Spain railway crash
Father Rafael Prados tells Vatican News about the work of San Andrés Parish, in Adamuz, to keep its doors open overnight to accompany those affected by Spain’s railway tragedy.
Guatemalan Archbishop: Pray for peace and an end to violence
In a statement issued on 18 January, the Archbishop of Santiago de Guatemala calls for constant prayer for peace in light of the situation of “anxiety and unrest” caused by “the security crisis the country is currently experiencing.”
Cardinal Koch: ‘Ecumenism is a tool of peace for the world’
As part of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Cardinal Kurt Koch, Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity, explores Pope Leo XIV’s invitation to walk the path of ecumenism.
Holy See: 'We need effective measures to prevent war crimes'
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, emphasizes the importance of a constructive dialogue to develop an effective and lasting response to crimes against humanity.
Mali: Bishops meet to discern and strengthen the mission of the Church
Mali’s Bishops are meeting from 19 January to 22 January in a plenary session discussing the financial situation of the Church, the sustainability of Catholic education, and appointments at the national level. In an interview with Vatican media, Father Abel Kassongué, Secretary General of the Bishops' Conference, said the Church in Mali was living in a “delicate” socio-political and security context that calls for prayer and solidarity.