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Pope at Audience: Only hope in Christ can give our lives meaning
At the Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the mystery of life, and recalls that God’s love gives our lives meaning as we participate in giving life to others.
Cardinal Parolin: Pope a 'messenger of harmony, dialogue, peace in Middle East'
As Pope Leo XIV prepares to visit Türkiye and Lebanon, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin emphasizes the importance of the Apostolic Journey for ecumenical and interreligious dialogue, as well as his role as a sign of hope and peace.
Pope: In Nicaea a message of unity for Christians, in Lebanon for peace
At Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV answers journalists’ questions outside Villa Barberini. He describes his upcoming apostolic journey to Türkiye and Lebanon as a trip marked by hope and peace. On Ukraine and the Middle East, he urges always seeking dialogue to end war. Regarding efforts to stop violence against women on the day dedicated to the issue, he says that mentalities must change beginning with the education of young people.
Voice of peace and hope: Pope Leo's visit to Türkiye and Lebanon
The director of the Holy See Press Office presents Pope Leo XIV’s first apostolic journey that takes him to Türkiye and Lebanon, emphasising ecumenical commemoration, interreligious dialogue, and support for local Christian communities. The visit includes historic and symbolic encounters, meetings with civil and religious leaders, and gestures of solidarity amid regional challenges.
UN: 50,000 women killed in one year
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, new UN figures highlight the scale of gender-based violence. As online abuse is on the rise, Sister Abby Avelino of Talitha Kum shines the light on the plight of millions of trafficked women and girls.
Gaza shortages still blight daily life
Food is slowly returning to the shelves in Gaza but the situation is still difficult and supplies remain in shortage. I
Rwandan youth encouraged to emulate ‘digital Apostle,’ Carlo Acutis
Rwanda’s Bishop Vincent Harolimana, of the Diocese of Ruhengeri, has told young people that Saint Carlo Acutis is a model saint who can help them navigate today’s digital world.
Doctrine of the Faith: Monogamy is not a limitation but a promise of the infinite
The doctrinal Note Una caro. In Praise of Monogamy has been published, exploring the value of marriage as an “exclusive union and mutual belonging.” It highlights the importance of conjugal charity and attentiveness to the poor, and condemns all forms of violence, both physical and psychological. In an individualistic and consumerist age, young people must be educated to understand love as responsibility and trust in the other.
Nigeria Diocese of Kontagora: 50 Kidnapped students who escaped, reunited with families
The Diocese of Kontagora has confirmed that 50 students kidnapped from St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area in Niger State, escaped their captors and have since returned to their families.
Vatican publishes new Regulations of the Roman Curia
Pope Leo XIV approves the publication of new Regulations of the Roman Curia, which implement the reform put in place by the Apostolic Constitution "Praedicate Evangelium."
Cardinal Koch: Papal journey opportunity to deepen faith in Christ's divinity
As the Christian community in Türkiye awaits Pope Leo XIV to commemorate the Council of Nicaea with the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, Cardinal Kurt Koch, Prefect of the Dicastery for Christian Unity, says he hopes that this joint commemoration will bear witness to Christian unity.
Meeting with Latvian pilgrims, Pope offers spiritual advice for 'turbulent times'
Pope Leo XIV tells pilgrims from Latvia, which has been heavily affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine, that in times of conflict it is important "to turn to God and to be strengthened by His grace”.
Pope to Servants of Mary: Be bearers of friendship and peace
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the Servants of Mary attending the congregation's 215th General Chapter, recalling that living the Gospel is epitomized by intense love for God and for others.
Foster collaboration for better witness, Sr. Nina urges religious women gathered in Kenya
Sr. Nina Krepić of the Dicastery for Communication has urged religious women involved in the communication ministry under the umbrella of the Communication Network of Catholic Sisters (CNCS) to foster a spirit of communion, unity, and active participation among themselves and with others.
Pope Leo calls for the release of hostages in Nigeria and Cameroon
After Mass on the Solemnity of Christ the King in St Peter's Square, Pope Leo makes a heartfelt appeal for the release of students and priests kidnapped in recent days in Nigeria and Cameroon.
Pope Leo issues Apostolic Letter 'In Unitate Fidei' on Nicaea Anniversary
Ahead of his upcoming Apostolic Journey to Türkiye, Pope Leo issues the Apostolic Letter 'In Unitate Fidei' on the 1700th Anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, broken down into 12 points, with the hope of "encouraging the whole Church to renew her enthusiasm for the profession of faith."
Pope Leo: Choirs are called to be a sign of the Church’s unity
On the Jubilee of Choirs, Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass, urging choristers to live their ministry as a sign of ecclesial unity, singing “in unison” as a people walking together in faith. He notes that liturgical music must foster communion, helping the whole Church journey forward.
Nigeria Catholic School: OLA Sisters call for global prayers for 315 abducted students, staff
The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA), the managing agents of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Nigeria, where 315 students and staff were abducted early Friday night, have issued a heartfelt appeal requesting prayers and spiritual solidarity.
COP30 ends without agreement for phasing out fossil fuels
Despite early hopes in the heart of the Amazon, the summit concludes without commitments on fossil fuels, leaving vulnerable nations disheartened and the multilateral process under strain.
Campaign to immunize children in Gaza underway
A catch-up immunization campaign is underway in Gaza to reach over 40,000 children under three who have missed routine vaccines due to two years of conflict.
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