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Holy See on surrogacy: Always protect women and children
The Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations highlights the risks of exploitation in surrogacy, describing it as a field where “technology and practice have run laps around the law and ethics."
Pope: Justice in the Church is ministry in service of people of God
Pope Leo XIV opens the judicial year of the Vatican Tribunal, and recalls the deep bond between justice, charity, and societal stability.
Lebanon’s Nuncio distributes aid to southern villages, appeals for support
Archbishop Paolo Borgia, Apostolic Nuncio in Lebanon since 2022, highlights the urgent need for support after having visited southern villages to help distribute 15 tons of humanitarian aid from L’Œuvre d’Orient.
Myanmar Bishops declare 26 March as Day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace
In a letter to the “Children of God,” Myanmar’s Catholic Bishops invite the faithful to observe a day of prayer and fasting for peace in the country and the world on Thursday, 26 March.
Pilgrims flock to Assisi to see bones of St Francis
Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims are visiting Assisi this month to venerate the bones of St Francis, which are on display for the first time since his death 800 years ago.
Cardinal Radcliffe: The suffering of Ukraine is the suffering of the world
Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe, O.P., concludes his visit to Ukraine and speaking to Vatican News, he reflects on the most moving encounters he experienced in the war-torn country.
Ugandan Bishops expected to start ad limina visit with Pope Leo XIV next week
The Catholic Bishops of Uganda, under their umbrella body, the Uganda Episcopal Conference (UEC), will begin their pilgrimage to Rome on Sunday, 15 March. They will participate in the traditional “ad limina apostolorum” visit. This is a significant event in the life of the local Church.
Margaret Karram re-elected President of the Focolare Movement
Margaret Karram has been re-elected President of the Focolare Movement for a second five-year term (2026–2031). Fr Roberto Almada is the new Co-President.
Pope Leo addresses French Christian entrepreneurs business leaders
In a message sent for the centenary of the French Movement of Christian Entrepreneurs and Leaders (EDC), gathered in Lyon, France, Pope Leo XIV recalls the special responsibility of Christian entrepreneurs in a world undergoing profound economic and social changes.
Solomon Islands bishops meet and encourage seminarians
During their first meeting of 2026, the bishops of the Solomon Islands gather with seminarians and formators at Holy Name of Mary Seminary, where five students receive their cassocks.
Pope Leo on Mathematics Day: Moral dimension must be upheld
Pope Leo XIV, who taught mathematics and physics, sends a message on the occasion of the International Day of Mathematics, reiterating that having a great deal of knowledge is not enough if we do not know who we are or what the meaning of life is.
Mozart’s Requiem resounds in Rome with Warsaw Chamber Opera
Mozart’s Requiem in D minor echo through the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, in a performance by the Choir and Orchestra of the Warsaw Chamber Opera. Stripped of excessive interpretative weight, the work emerges with renewed clarity, revealing the natural humanity of a masterpiece that meditates on life, death, and hope.
Ethiopian bishops urge their people to resist hatred and division
Ethiopia’s Catholic Bishops condemn acts of violence committed against civilians in various parts of the country and appeal to men and women of goodwill to resist hatred and reject attempts to create division in society.
Cuba to release 51 prisoners during Holy Week following talks with Holy See
In a statement, the Cuban government says the decision to pardon dozens of prisoners in the coming days has been taken in a spirit of goodwill and fluid diplomatic relations with the Holy See and coincides with the proximity of Holy Week celebrations.
Fr. Pasolini: In a world of wars, fraternity is not an ideal but a responsibility
The Preacher of the Papal Household, Fr. Roberto Pasolini, delivers his second Lenten meditation to the Roman Curia, with Pope Leo in attendance, and reflects on the grace and responsibility of communion, drawing on Saint Francis’s insight that relationships with others are an opportunity to learn the logic of the Gospel.
Pope: Do Christians responsible for war examine their conscience?
Pope Leo XIV invites Christians who bear responsibility for war to make a serious examination of conscience, as he meet with future confessors.
Pedriatricians urge families to watch for warning signs of eating disorders
On the eve of the National Purple Ribbon Day, pediatricians in Italy warn that eating disorders are affecting children at increasingly younger ages, and call on families to recognize early warning signs and seek timely support.
Pope praises Italian Catholic initiatives serving the vulnerable
Pope Leo XIV thanks representatives of Italy's Catholic Foundation and Catholic Insurance Society for their important contribution to social cohesion and to the protection of the most vulnerable.
Pope to FADICA: Care for most vulnerable is manifestation of divine love
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the founding of FADICA-Catholic Philanthropy Network, Pope Leo XIV encourages the organization to continue its “worthy mission” of helping those most in need.
St. Augustine University of Tanzania graduates called to lead in responsible social media use
The graduates of St. Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT) have been urged to use social media responsibly. The Bishop of Bunda Diocese, as the Guest of Honour at the 28th Graduation Ceremony, advised students to carefully consider the pros and cons of new technologies in academic and social contexts. Bishop Simon Masondole made the remarks at the recent graduation ceremony held in Mwanza, Tanzania.
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