Catholic News
Dennis Kuruppassery new Auxiliary Bishop of Kannur
Dennis Kuruppassery is consecrated as the Auxiliary Bishop of Kannur at Holy Trinity Cathedral in Kannur, South India.
Holy See diplomacy: 'A field hospital amid a battle'
In a lecture at Lublin Catholic University, the Vatican’s Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, outlines the Holy See's diplomatic efforts to resolve conflicts, promote religious freedom and human rights, assist migrants, care for the common home, and counter harmful ideologies and the "throwaway culture.”
Archbishop Welby resigns after publication of sex abuse report
The Archbishop of Canterbury resigns following the publication of an independent review and mounting pressure to stand down after his handling of an abuse scandal.
World Fisheries Day: ‘Christians cannot look the other way’
With over 58 million people working in the fishing sector, Cardinal Michael Czerny releases a message for World Fisheries Day, warning against the aggressive economic model that has harmed the environment.
Long-detained Eritrean journalist wins rights prize
A Swedish human rights organization announced arbitrarily-detained Dawit Isaak as the receipient of its distinguished Edelstam Foundation.
World Day of the Poor: Pope Francis organises lunch with 1300 poor people
As has become customary, Pope Francis will celebrate World Day of the Poor with some of the poor people of Rome, who will join him for lunch after he has presided over mass.
Pope expands Vatican Archives and Library
Pope Francis issues a decree to expand the Vatican Apostolic Archive and the Apostolic Library reaffirming the Church’s dedication to preserving its historical documents and making them accessible to the global cultural community.
Pope Francis remembers St Bernard of Aosta, saint of the Alps
In a meeting with members of his Diocese and the order of Canons dedicated to him, Pope Francis discusses the legacy of St Bernard of Aosta, the patron saint of mountaineers, travellers, and all those who live in the Alps.
AI offers pilgrims and visitors enhanced experience of St. Peter's Basilica
A partnership between the Vatican and Microsoft gives life to a new digital portal that aims to bring St. Peter’s Basilica closer to the global audience and enhance the experience of pilgrims and visitors.
COP29: Climate change affecting vital water cycle of the planet
Ahead of COP29 Vatican News speaks to UNESCO water expert Professor Mariele Evers of the University of Bonn, about how climate change is changing water patterns in the planet resulting in more frequent and severe floods or droughts affecting the livelihoods of millions of people.
Free medical care for the vulnerable under the colonnade of St Peter's Square
In preparation for the World Day of the Poor, the healthcare facility linked to the Dicastery for the Service of Charity is offering free consultations, medication, and assistance to those in need from 8am to 5pm daily.
US Catholic Bishops meet to discuss migration and budget
On the docket for their 2025 Plenary Assembly are migration, the USCCB budget, the National Eucharistic Congress, and the causes of beatification and canonization for two people.
Lebanon ceasefire efforts underway
As the war in the Holy Land continues, the Israeli Foreign Minister says that diplomatic efforts to broker a ceasefire in Lebanon are making progress.
Poppy Day: Remembering the past but hoping for peace in the future
Each year, on the 11th of November, Armistice Day is celebrated in countries across the world. Accompanied by the symbol of the resilient field flower, the poppy takes on a new meaning of hope each year, as global warfare changes and expands and more lives are lost.
'Dilexit Nos' expands devotion to the Sacred Heart worldwide
Over a thousand faithful in Westerville, Ohio, attend the first congress in the world dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus following the publication of Pope Francis' encyclical "Dilexit Nos".
Pope: ‘Synodality is inseparable from ecumenism’
Welcoming to the Vatican the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church, Pope Francis hails the progress of the ecumenical dialogue between the two Churches, and reiterates that synodality and ecumenism are essential for a stronger Christian witness.
Pope to Fabbrica di San Pietro: Using technology is ‘both a gift and responsibility’
The Vatican's Fabbrica di San Pietro, receives a challenge from Pope Francis: to use modern technology to preserve St. Peter's Basilica in a "proper and constructive way."
Pope to Catholic philanthropists: Keep spreading Jesus' love
Pope Francis thanks the Catholic Philanthropy Network for their efforts, and reminds them that the Lord's love has the ability to transform all things.
Pope: May example of Blessed Fr. Torres Padilla sustain priests in their ministry
During the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis praises the example of Fr. José Torres Padilla, co-founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Company of the Cross, beatified in Seville, Spain, yesterday by Cardinal Marcello Semeraro.
More than two dozen killed in Gaza air strike
Gaza’s civil defence agency says 25 people have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a house in Jebalia.
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