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Gazans starve to death as the world looks away
At least 57 Palestinians have starved to death in Gaza as Israel’s blockade of critical humanitarian aid to the besieged enclave stretches into its third month amid relentless bombardments.
The fatherhood of Peter
Our Editorial Director, Andrea Tornielli, reflects on the fatherhood of the Apostle Peter, the first Pope, and remembers Pope St. Paul VI's words, which embodied the identity of the papacy: “I feel like the father of all humanity.”
All 133 Cardinal electors arrive in Rome as Cardinals hold tenth General Congregation
The Cardinals hold their tenth General Congregation to prepare for the upcoming conclave, and continue their discussions on the state of the Church and their hopes for the future.
Pope Francis celebrated as bridge-builder by Lutheran leaders
The Lutheran World Federation’s General Secretary reflects on the late Pope Francis’ legacy of unity, inclusion, and reconciliation and describes his witness as a source of inspiration for believers worldwide.
Leader of Central Asia's Bishops: Pope Francis inspires us to transmit God's love
In an interview with Vatican News, the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Central Asia, Bishop José Luis Mumbiela Sierra, remembers Pope Francis for bringing God's love to those least expecting, and calling his Visits to Central Asia "a sort of living Gospel," in which many people learned of Catholicism for the first time.
Cardinal Mamberti: Pope Francis, faithful to his mission with all his strength
On Sunday afternoon, 4 May, the Third Sunday of Easter, Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti presided over the ninth and final Novemdiale Mass in Saint Peter’s Basilica in suffrage for Pope Francis, with the participation of the College of Cardinals. He recalled that Peter’s mission is love expressed through service to the Church and all humanity.
Ukrainian residents seek peace after massive strikes
Authorities say Russia launched a massive drone attack on Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, hitting a high-rise residential block, triggering fires, and injuring 46 people. The strike, one of several in recent days, has underscored calls for peace in the more than three-year-long war.
Missile fired from Yemen lands near Tel Aviv airport
A missile fired from Yemen landed near the main terminal of Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport on Sunday morning.
The Popemobile of Peace: Pope Francis’ final gift to Gaza
Pope Francis requests that his popemobile be turned into a health clinic for the children of Gaza.
Late Pope Francis urges Mexican youth to ‘stir things up’
As thousands of young people gather in Mexico City for the Vitae Fest, a video recorded by the late Pope Francis in mid-2024 invites them to create movement within the Church and to fix their eyes on Christ.
Cardinal Fernández Artime: From Pope Francis, the call to awaken the world
During the eighth Mass of the Novemdiales in memory of Pope Francis, the Cardinal and former Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life invites the faithful to turn the apostles' enthusiasm, sparked by the appearance of the Risen Christ, into a "life program." Their "wonder," in contrast to "bewilderment" and "discouragement," becomes a model for those today who are in "great need of encountering the Lord."
Sede Vacante and Jubilee: historical parallels with the Jubilee of 1700
The Sede Vacante during the 2025 Holy Year evokes historical parallels with the Jubilee of year 1700 which was also marked by the death of a Pope, Innocent XII, who died before the end of the Holy Year he had proclaimed. The Numismatics Department of the Vatican Library preserves a commemorative coin of that Sede Vacante in its medal collection. Its Director Eleonora Giampiccolo speaks to Vatican News about that year and the similiarities between Pope Francis and Innocent XII.
Cardinals discuss need for hope this Jubilee at ninth General Congregation
The 177 Cardinals present in Rome hold their ninth General Congregation in the Vatican on Saturday morning, and discuss the Church's need for hope during the ongoing Jubilee.
Lord's Day Reflection: Recognising the Risen Lord requires eyes of faith
As the Church celebrates the Third Sunday of Easter, Fr Edmund Power, OSB, reflects on the Risen Lord's encounter with the disciples on the shore of the Sea of Tiberias, and the need for "eyes of faith" to recognise the Lord.
Sistine Chapel prepared to host Cardinals for conclave on May 7
The Vatican's Sistine Chapel has been set up to host 133 Cardinal electors for the upcoming conclave to elect the 267th Pope.
Cardinal Gugerotti: Our Eastern brothers and sisters enrich the Church's universality
In his homily for the 7th Novemdiales Mass, the Cardinal urges the faithful to welcome and help our brothers and sisters in the Eastern Churches persevere in their faith.
Sistine Chapel chimney installed ahead of conclave
The Vatican begins preparing the Sistine Chapel for the conclave, which will begin on May 7.
Pope Francis on the role of the Apostle Peter
In a previously unreleased interview by the ESNE television network, Pope Francis reflects on biblical passages recounting the dialogue between Jesus and His disciples, repeating his desire that the Church might be “a humble servant in the midst of the world.”
Cardinals discuss evangelisation and mission at eighth General Congregation
Evangelisation, fraternity, synodality, and unity were some of the topics under discussion at the 8th General Congregation in the Vatican this morning.
Church prays for peace after terrorist attack in Jamnu-Kashmir
The Church in Indian-administered Kashmir strongly condemns the deadly terrorist attack that killed 26 Indian civilians near a tourist resort on 22 April, and prays for peace and reconciliation amid dangerously rising border tensions between India and Pakistan.
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