Catholic News
New website launched to enhance synodal engagement across Asia
Cardinal Sebastian Francis of Penang, chairman of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences – Office of Social Communications (FABC-OSC), unveiled a new website, "synodalityasia," during an online event attended by key social communication leaders from across Asia.
Asian bishops convene in Bangkok to forge path for synodal missionary Church
The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences have held a meeting in Bangkok, Thailand, to prepare for the second session of the General Assembly of the Synod, set for October 2024.
Pope encourages women on Polish pilgrimage to joyful witness
After the Angelus prayer, Francis addressed a thought to the many participants in the traditional gathering held at the Marian shrine in Piekary Śląskie.
Pope: May new Blesseds be an example of reconciliation and peace
At the Angelus, Pope Francis prays that four martyrs beatified in the Democratic Republic of Congo might be examples of peace and reconciliation. He asks for continued prayers that paths of peace may be opened wherever war rages.
Pope at Angelus: Welcome the gift of heavenly bread found in Jesus
Pope Francis encourages us to rediscover a sense of wonder and gratitude as we reflect on today's Gospel when Jesus says he is the "living bread that came down from heaven," the total gift of Himself as heavenly bread that satisfies the hunger of our hearts.
Pope: Death penalty never brings justice, but is a poison for society
Pope Francis pens the preface to “A Christian on Death Row: My Commitment to Those Condemned,” a new book by Dale Recinella, set for publication by the Vatican Publishing House (LEV) on August 27. The 72-year-old former Wall Street lawyer has spiritually accompanied death row inmates in several Florida prisons as a lay chaplain since 1998, alongside his wife Susan.
UNICEF, WHO call for pause in Gaza fighting for vaccinations
The WHO and UNICEF have requested all parties to the Gaza conflict implement humanitarian pauses for seven days to conduct two polio vaccination campaigns.
Ukraine defends incursion into Russian territory
Ukraine has defended its incursion into Russian territory, saying it is designed to persuade Moscow to engage in “fair” talks on ending its war in Ukraine.
Bishops express shock at stabbing of priest in Galway
Bishops in Ireland express shock and dismay at the news of the multiple stabbing of a Catholic chaplain on Thursday by a teenager.
Cardinal Pizzaballa: We are closer to agreement for Gaza, but opposition remains
In an interview with Vatican Media, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, expresses his hopes for an agreement that will bring an end to this phase of the war in Gaza, while still however cautioning that there remain many challenges.
Gaza's parish priest: May the ceasefire talks move us toward 'miracle' of peace
In an interview with Vatican Media as the Gaza ceasefire talks were concluding in Doha, Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, the parish priest of the Latin-rite Church of the Holy Family in Gaza, prays for the peace that so many are longing for and pushes forward with faith despite the sorrow.
Europe Rushing To Contain Mpox
Europe’s health authorities are rushing to contain an outbreak of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, after a more severe strain was detected in Sweden. They asked European countries to issue travel advice for areas impacted by mpox, as the potentially fatal virus was declared a global health emergency.
Angola: A neglected region, seminaries and belief in witchcraft -some of Huambo Archdiocese’s challenges
The Archbishop of Huambo, Zeferino Zeca Martins, S.V.D., has spoken about some of the pastoral challenges facing the Archdiocese. Among the most worrisome, he says, is the financial burden of ensuring the sustainability of the seminaries in a difficult economy
Second edition of Zanzibar Cup kitesurfing competition anounced
Organizers present the "Zanzibar CUP KUSI 2024" kitesurfing competition set to take place on 24 August, the second such sporting event hosted by Tanzania that aims to promote international games, but also fraternity and respect among peoples.
Estonian Catholics prepare for annual pilgrimage to Marian shrine of Viru-Nigula
Estonian Catholics will make a pilgrimage to the country's oldest sanctuary dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary on August 24, as the Apostolic Administration of Estonia prepares to celebrate its 100th anniversary.
Catholic youth group in Nepal releases short film on Indigenous culture and faith
A Catholic youth group in Nepal has released a short documentary film highlighting the cultural traditions of the Tamang community in Tipling, marking the 30th International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
Papua New Guinea prepares for Pope Francis’ visit with candlelight vigil
Ahead of Pope Francis arrival in Papua New Guinea, the local Catholic Church prepares to welcome him with a candlelight vigil on September 6.
Shelling of Sudan school and market kills several children
The UN's Children's Fund, UNICEF, says the shelling of a school and market in Sudan's El Obeid city, which claimed several children's lives and injured several others, brings to light the devastating toll the country's conflict has taken on children.
Pope: Christians called to share Gospel of peace, even amid persecution
Pope Francis thanks Catholics in the Italian city of Rimini for praying the Rosary in their city’s square every month, and urges Christians to spread the Gospel of peace, even when they face persecution.
Vatican expels founder of Peru’s Sodalitium religious movement
Following probe, the Vatican's Dicastery for Consecrated Life expels Luis Fernando Figari, the founder of Peru’s Sodalitium religious movement, who had already, years ago, been removed from the movement that he had established in the 1970s, due to accusations of psychological and sexual abuse, including against minors, and for financial irregularities.