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Abbot Schröder elected Abbot Primate of Benedictine Confederation
Abbot Jeremias Schröder from Germany is elected Abbot Primate of the Benedictine Confederation during the Congress of Abbots meeting in Rome.
Starmer and Biden discuss the war in Ukraine at meeting
US President Joe Biden and Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer hold meeting discussing the war in Ukraine at the White House in Washington D.C.
Pope to Theatines: Embrace renewal, communion, and service
Pope Francis encourages the Theatine Regulars to embrace with joy the paths of renewal, communion, and service as they celebrate the anniversary of the solemn profession of their founder, St Cajetan, and his first companions.
Athletica Vaticana to compete in Belgium Cycling Championship
Athletica Vaticana, the 'Team of the Pope,' prepares for its imminent participation in the cycling championship in Belgium, less than two weeks before Pope Francis is slated to make an Apostolic Journey to the nation.
Pope thanks Our Lady for Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania
Pope Francis stops at the Basilica of St. Mary Major upon his return to Rome to thank the Blessed Virgin Mary for her protection throughout his 12-day Apostolic Journey.
Pope: War in Gaza is too much! No steps taken for peace
Aboard the flight from Singapore to Rome, Pope Francis spoke to journalists about the civilian tragedy of the war in Gaza and the need for Americans to choose in conscience between Harris and Trump. He condemns abortion and the rejection of migrants, and expresses a positive view of the agreement with China, calling the country a promise and hope for the Church.
Cardinal Goh: Pope Francis was ‘ambassador of Christ’s love’ for Singapore
Cardinal William Goh expresses his appreciation for the closeness and care that Pope Francis showed the people of Singapore, and invites the universal Church to learn from the experiential faith of Asian Catholics.
Mozambique: Bishop Alberto Vera says election should be something citizens celebrate
In the heat of Mozambique’s nationwide presidential and legislative electoral campaigns, the Bishop of Nacala Diocese has urged the country’s politicians and electoral body to ensure that the forthcoming election is inclusive
Singapore’s Church and civil leaders vow to bolster faith dialogue
Church and civil leaders in Singapore vowed to strengthen inter-religious dialogue and unity, emphasizing the importance of collaboration for peace in a multi-religious society, during Pope Francis' interreligious meeting on Friday.
Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus: Serving God through education
The sisters of the Congregation of the Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus are dedicated to educating children, and they live this charism by running several schools in Africa and expressing the Church’s solidarity in the towns and villages they serve.
Unforgettable journey of missionary Pope to the ends of the Earth
At the conclusion of Pope Francis' pilgrimage to Asia and Oceania, our Editorial Director offers his thoughts on the images and experiences that are destined to remain in the heart and mind of everyone involved.
Pope Francis wraps up Apostolic Journey to Singapore
Pope Francis boards the papal plane in Singapore to return to Rome, and concludes his 12-day Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania.
Pope calls Singaporean youth to unity during interreligious dialogue
During an interreligious meeting at Singapore's Catholic Junior College, Pope Francis urges young people to work toward unity, to become responsible citizens, and to pass down what they have learned to future generations.
Pope in Singapore: 'Elderly and sick, your prayers are very important to God'
Pope Francis visits with a group of elderly and sick people at St. Theresa's Home in Singapore and tells them their prayers "are very important to God."
Pope Francis urges Singapore’s clergy to be united and close to people
Pope Francis holds a private meeting with the clergy and consecrated religious of Singapore, and urges nuns to always express the motherhood of the Church.
Pope Francis prays for typhoon victims in Vietnam
Pope Francis sends his condolences to the victims of Typhoon Yagi that struck Vietnam, killing over 200 people.
Singapore: St. Theresa’s Home an oasis of peace for the elderly
St. Theresa’s Home for the aged provides elderly people in Singapore the care they need. The Catholic nursing home is managed by Catholic Welfare Services (CWS), a non-profit, social service agency founded in 1959 with the aim of uplifting the lives of the less fortunate in the community. Pope Francis will visit residents and staff there on Friday, 13 September.
St Theresa’s Home ready to welcome Pope Francis
Ahead of Pope Francis' visit St Theresa’s Home, Victor Seng, director of the Catholic care home for the elderly in Singapore, says the residents are excited to see the Holy Father.
Day One in Singapore: ‘An orchid, an appeal, love for our brothers and sisters'
Pope Francis’ first full day in Singapore kicks off with meetings with the President and PM and a discourse to the authorities, and then it is the occasion for an ethnically diverse but united society to come together for Holy Mass.