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Religious superiors meet in Tanzania to renew safeguarding efforts
Over 90 major superiors of religious congregations meet in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to share best practices they can implement in protecting vulnerable adults and children, and explore ways to uphold ethical standards and create safe environments within their religious communities.
ACEAC Bishops meet in Dar es Salaam for Great Lakes peace talks
For over thirty years, “our sub-region has been burdened by disturbances to peace at multiple levels.” These are the words of the members of the Association of Episcopal Conferences of Central Africa (ACEAC) in view of the armed conflicts taking place in Africa’s Great Lakes region, especially in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Archbishop Gallagher: Gaza remains the home of the Palestinians
In an interview with the Jesuit magazine ‘America,’ the Vatican secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations reiterates the Holy See's position concerning a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine.
Caritas and religious leaders address debt-relief appeal to G20
In a letter released by Caritas Internationalis, over 100 faith leaders around the world call on the finance ministers of the Group of 20 biggest economies to take concrete steps during the Jubilee year to end the scandal of poor countries spending more on debt repayment than on health and education.
Pope: Liturgical leaders are servants of prayer and community
From the Gemelli Hospital, where he is undergoing treatment for pneumonia, Pope Francis sends a message to staff and students of the Pontifical Institute of Liturgy marking the inauguration of the course for those responsible for liturgical ceremonies celebrated by a bishop.
UN health agencies partner to stem cholera outbreak in Sudan
As a cholera outbreak worsens in Sudan, UNICEF reports the heightened risk to thousands of children and works with other health agencies to protect those at risk in a country already devastated by ongoing violent conflict.
Cardinal De Donatis will preside Ash Wednesday liturgy on Aventine Hill
As Pope Francis recovers from bilateral pneumonia at Rome's Gemelli Hospital, the Major Penitentiary of Apostolic Penitentiary, Cardinal Angelo De Donatis, will preside at the traditional celebration of the Ash Wednesday liturgy on the Aventine Hill.
US Diocese of Columbus sees number of seminarians double
In the US Diocese of Columbus, the number of candidates for the priesthood has increased from 17 to 40 in just two and a half years under the leadership and vocational push of Bishop Earl Fernandes.
COP16 Biodiversity Conference: Everyone should have a voice
At the UN Biodiversity Conference COP16 in Rome, more than 140 countries discuss who should control the funds needed for the preservation of creation and biodiversity.
Several children among those dead in Afghanistan floods
Save the Children laments the death of several children who were among the 29 people killed in Afghanistan's recent flooding.
Indonesian scholars and religious leaders discuss Pope's impact on religious landscape
Indonesia’s Minister of Religious Affairs, Prof. KH Nasaruddin Umar, has underscored the importance of interfaith harmony and religious tolerance during a colloquium and book discussion at Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia.
Pope Francis has restful night amid clinical improvements
The Holy See Press Office said on Friday morning that Pope Francis had a restful fifteenth night in Rome's Gemelli hospital, where he is being treated for bilateral pneumonia.
Continued improvement in Pope’s clinical condition confirmed
A Holy See Press Office communiqué on Thursday evening confirms that Pope Francis’ clinical condition continues to show improvement. Additional days of clinical stability are needed before the prognosis can be lifted.
Our Lady of Fatima to travel to Rome for the Jubilee in October
The famous statue of Our Lady of Fatima, venerated worldwide, will be in Rome on October 11-12, 2025 for the Jubilee of Marian Spirituality.
Pope's letter to grieving mother: ‘Always ask for Mary’s intercession'
A monthly magazine publishes Pope Francis’ fatherly response to a letter written by a mother who lost her 21-year-old son in a car accident six years ago.
UN urges immediate action as Sudan faces humanitarian crisis
As the humanitarian crisis grows in Sudan, the UN's Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs calls for immediate action.
Consecrated Persons in Mozambique called to champion hope, peace and reconciliation
In a country marked by recent and past social and political upheaval, Consecrated Persons in Mozambique stand as a beacon of hope and reconciliation, witnessing to God’s love through pastoral service and the promotion of peace. In the context of the Jubilee Year 2025, the CIRMO (Conference of Religious Institutes of Mozambique) has outlined activities leading to the Jubilee of Consecrated Persons in October 2025.
UNICEF reports upsurge of violations against children in DRC
Since the latest escalation of violence in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo a month ago, reports of grave violations against children have tripled, according to the UN Children's Fund.
Oxfam warns of ‘Gazafication’ of West Bank amid Israeli operation
The British NGO Oxfam warns of the ‘Gazafication’ of the West Bank as Israel sends tanks into the Palestinian territory for the first time in 20 years.
Faith communities advocate for reparative justice for Africa
As the African nations and people of African descent continue to face racial discrimination, economic exclusion, and unequal treatment, several faith communities are seeking reparative justice through policy reforms, education, and legal changes to ensure fairness.
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