Vatican News
EU Bishops: Enlarging EU presents opportunity and challenges
Faced with prospect of enlarging the European Union to include new members, the Bishops of the European Union (COMECE) suggest the possibility offers hope and opportunities, but also presents a series of challenges that must be concretely confronted.
Pope to La Mennais Brothers: be fathers to those you serve
On the occasion of their General Chapter, Pope Francis urges the Brothers of Christian Instruction of Ploermel – known as the La Mennais Brothers – to be “fathers who reflect the loving and compassionate face of God”.
Ukraine thanks U.S. for military aid after suffering setbacks
Ukrainian and Western leaders have welcomed a desperately needed military aid package for Ukraine passed by the U.S. House of Representatives after mounting concerns the country may lose the war against Russia. In addition to the 61 billion dollars worth of military assistance for Ukraine, the House approved part of a broader foreign aid package that included about $34 billion for Israel and other allies, despite Moscow's warning the aid package would further escalate the armed conflict.
Ongoing Israeli operation in West Bank leaves casualties
Palestinian officials say 13 people have been killed in an Israeli military operation at a refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.
Pope prays for dialogue over conflict in the Middle East
Pope Francis issues a heartfelt plea for peace in Palestine, Israel, and Ukraine, urging dialogue over conflict and remembering the suffering of those affected.
Pope at Regina Coeli: Jesus the Good Shepherd awaits us with open arms
At the Regina Coeli on Good Shepherd Sunday, Pope Francis reminds us that Jesus loves us without limit, giving His life for us. He prays that we may go meet the Lord and allow ourselves "to be welcomed and lifted up by the loving arms of our Good Shepherd."
Called to sow seeds of hope and to build peace
The Fourth Sunday of Easter also known as the Good Shepherd Sunday is the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. This year marks the 61st anniversary of this event which was initiated by Pope Paul VI during the Second Vatican Council in 1964.
Ukraine: The United Nations fears mounting death toll in children
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) has expressed concern about the mounting death toll among children in Ukraine after the war against Russia entered its third year. UNICEF announced at least eight people, including children, were killed in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro by a suspected Russian air strike.
Fears of disease loom in Gaza
The UN relief agency for Palestinians says the threat of disease outbreaks in Gaza is growing as winter ends and temperatures rise.
Lord's Day Reflection: '‘I am the Good Shepherd’
As the Church marks the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Fr. Edmund Power, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “I am the Good Shepherd".
Pope Francis receives Prime Minister of Belize
Pope Francis receives John Briceño, the Prime Minister of Belize, at an Audience in the Vatican on Saturday
Cardinal Parolin: Avoid escalation in Middle East conflicts
On the sidelines of an Agidae conference at the Pontifical Urban University, Cardinal Pietro Parolin comments on the recent news from the Middle East region, saying everyone is working to ensure the conflict does not escalate.
Pope remembers Pius VII, a man of communion in difficult times
Pope Francis invites Italian pilgrims from the Dioceses of Cesena-Sarsina, Savona, Imola and Tivoli Pope Francis to heed the legacy of the Servant of God Pope Pius VII, a courageous witness of the Gospel in times of struggles and divisions.
Pope to future priests: Become shepherds with Christ's loving heart
With Christ's loving heart, open arms and with a smile, be shepherds to your people, suggests Pope Francis when addressing seminarians of Seville, Spain, on the eve of Good Shepherd Sunday.
Pope calls historians to be experts in and servants of humanity
Pope Francis receives members of the Pontifical Committee for the Social Sciences on the 70th anniversary of the Committee’s foundation.
Vatican Museums' Graphic Arts on display in Minneapolis in the sign of encounter
The Thrivent Art Gallery in Minneapolis, Minnesota, inaugurates the exhibition "Art That Unites: A Dialogue between the Centuries from the Vatican Museums and Thrivent Art Collection." The exhibition, in collaboration with the Vatican Museums, presents some of the most significant contemporary graphic masterpieces from the pontifical collections, exhibited for the first time in the United States.
Sri Lanka: In pursuit of justice 5 years from Easter Sunday attacks
On the eve of the fifth anniversary of the Sri Lanka Easter Sunday bombings, efforts to seek closure and accountability for those responsible for the massacre continue to face many challenges. Fr Rohan Silva, director of Colombo’s Centre for Society and Religion speaks about his tireless quest for justice.
A conversation with the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Clergy
In view of the World Day of Prayer for Vocations (21 April) we asked Cardinal Lazarus You Heung-sik, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Clergy, some questions.
Cardinal Dolan marks anniversary of ‘Pontifical Mission for Palestine’
Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Archbishop of New York, was in Jerusalem from 12-18 April, in his capacity as President of the Catholic Near East Welfare Association. During his visit, he participated in formal meetings and in encounters with local Christian communities.
Committed to life: Nearly 30 years of service in Poland for Ursuline Sisters
February 2025 will mark 30 years since the Institute of the Ursuline Sisters of the Immaculate Virgin Mary of Gandino arrived in Poland.
