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Pope to Catholic communicators: 'Tell stories that nourish hope'
Pope Francis encourages Catholic journalists and communicators gathered in Rome for the Jubilee of the World of Communication to be courageous truth and hope-tellers in in our world marred by conflicts , division and mininformation.
The Diplomacy of Culture: The Vatican Library at the Islamic Arts Biennale
Eleven works from the Vatican Apostolic Library are featured in the second Islamic Arts Biennale, held from January 25 to May 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. They include ancient translations of the Quran, texts on astronomy, and a unique, almost six-meter-long, 17th-century map of the River Nile, restored for the occasion.
Lord’s Day Reflection: Today is the day
As the Church observes the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time – the Sunday of the Word of God – Fr Luke Gregory, OFM, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings, reflecting on the theme, “Today is the day.”
Writing hope: A conversation with Phil Klay
Vatican News speaks to the American writer Phil Klay about the 2025 Jubilee Year, modern warfare, dehumanisation, faith, and what it means to communicate hope in a context of war.
Jubilee of Communication: Disarming information, sharing hope
The Jubilee of the World of Communication opens with the celebration of Mass marking the liturgical memory of St. Francis de Sales, patron of journalists, at the Basilica of St. John Lateran.
Archbishop Broglio to Trump: Protect, don't persecute those in need
In the face of a spate of executive orders from the incoming Trump administration, the president of the US bishops’ conference says the Gospel tells us we meet Jesus in those in need – and we will be judged on how we respond.
News from the Orient – January 24, 2025
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient, Christians pray for unity and are invited to visit the Holy Land, and Ethiopian and Eritrean Christians celebrate Timkat.
Cardinal Gugerotti hopeful for stabilization of Syria
Speaking to Vatican Media in Beirut on the eve of his his six-day visit to Syria, the Prefect for the Eastern Churches says that he hopes the calmer situation in Lebanon may now extend to its troubled neighbour.
Jubilee of Communication: A story is the shortest distance between people
Ten thousand communication professionals inaugurate the first jubilee event of the Holy Year with a three-day program for the Jubilee of the World of Communication.
Los Angeles Catholic reveals stories of faith and hope
In an interview with Vatican News, Pablo Kay, the Editor-in-Chief of Angelus News, in Los Angeles, describes the incredible stories of faith and hope, that hint at miraculous, while also shedding light on the gravity of what he calls a 'humanitarian disaster' that has struck the Californian city and which has drawn Pope Francis' repeated attention.
‘Prophetesses of hope’: Dedication of religious sisters and power of communication
Religious sisters from around the world share their projects, missions, experiences, and witness at the Global Jubilee Conference with Religious Sisters, organized by the Dicastery for Communication.
Cardinal Koovakad: Interreligious dialogue can build peace
As Pope Francis appoints Cardinal George Koovakad as Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, the Indian-born Cardinal speaks to Vatican News about his new role and his continuing mission to organize the Pope’s Apostolic Journeys.
‘Communication is a way of living’: Catholic sisters tell their stories
Around 80 religious sisters meet in the Vatican to share their belief that communication is not only for media professionals but for everyone, since each of us connects with others through words, gestures, and other forms of expression.
Los Angeles Catholic reveals stories of faith and hope
Pablo Kay, the Editor-in-Chief of Angelus News in Los Angeles, describes the incredible stories of faith and hope that hint at the miraculous, while shedding light on the gravity of what he calls a 'humanitarian disaster' that has struck the Californian city and which has drawn Pope Francis' repeated attention.
Saudi Arabia launches Art Biennale to boost culture and tourism
As part of its “Saudi Vision 2030” programme, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia launches the second edition of the Islamic Arts Biennale, which this year will see the participation of the Vatican Apostolic Library. The event will also highlight new Saudi artists, showcasing the transformations of the Islamic nation.
Pope's Communications Day message: ‘Disarm communication’ to foster hope and unity
On the World Day of Social Communications, Pope Francis releases his annual Message, in which he calls for a transformation in the way we communicate.
Dr. Ruffini to Catholic sisters: We are the stories we share
During the Jubilee conference with religious sisters, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Communication highlights the significance of interaction, saying our identity and impact on the world are shaped by the stories we share.
Jubilee: Hilton Foundation seeks to ‘elevate voices of Catholic sisters’
As dozens of religious sisters meet in Rome as part of the Jubilee for Communications, Linda Hilton, Chair of the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, describes her charitable organization’s efforts to provide financial support for Catholic sisters in their missions to serve the causes of peace, justice, and education.
Pope thanks Inspectorate for Public Security for commitment to public safety
Pope Francis thanks Italy’s Inspectorate for Public Security for Vatican City – charged with maintaining security in and around St Peter’s Square—and invites them to take advantage of the Holy Doors at St Peter’s and the other papal basilicas.
US Bishops say some of Trump’s Executive Orders are ‘deeply troubling'
The President of the US Bishops’ Conference says that President Trump’s new measures on migration, the death penalty, and the environment are "deeply troubling", while praising his initiatives on gender issues. In a separate statement, the chairman of the bishops' Committee on Migration says that “national self-interest does not justify policies with consequences that are contrary to the moral law”.
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