Vatican News
Cardinal Czerny visits Valencia to bring Pope's solidarity to all affected by Storm Dana
Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of the Dicastery for Integral Human Development, visits Valencia and nearby areas devastated by the Storm Dana to convey Pope Francis' solidarity.
Pope: 'Never lose hope' when a loved one abandons their faith
Replying to an Italian grandmother concerned that one of her grandchildren has not been baptised, Pope Francis says that "gratuitous love is more persuasive than many words".
Seeking justice for women victims of wartime rape in Ukraine
Hundreds of Ukrainian women have been victims of conflict-related sexual violence since the Russian invasion on February 24, 2022. On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, Vatican News speaks to the founder and president of the NGO ‘We are not Weapons of War’ on the challenging journey of survivors toward recovery.
Cardinal Ayuso Guixot, champion of Interfaith Dialogue, passes away
Cardinal Miguel Ángel Ayuso Guixot, a Spanish prelate and Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, passed away on Monday November 25, at the age of 72, after a long illness. During the morning, while he addressed an international Jain delegation in the presence of members of the Dicastery, Pope Francis asked for prayers for the cardinal, stating, “He is very ill, near the end of his life.”
Pope: ‘Synod final document forms part of papal Magisterium’
Pope Francis publishes a note accompanying the Final Document of the Synod of Bishops of Synodality. In it, he entrusts the Document to the Church and calls for creative implementation and a renewed commitment to communion, participation, and mission.
Pope says respecting rules of the road means investing in life
Greeting representatives of the Italian Motorcycle Federation Pope Francis reflects on the importance of raising the level of awareness among the new generations to abide by safety rules when driving, calling it an "investment" for their wellbeing and others.
UNiTE to cease violence against ‘her’
Marking the International Day for the elimination of violence against women and girls, the UN launches the UNiTE campaign to combat global atrocities against women.
Pope urges young Holy Land peacemakers to ‘keep hope alive’
In a meeting with the Universal Peace Council, Pope Francis says that "anything worth doing is not easy".
Pope Francis to open Holy Doors during Christmas liturgies
The Vatican releases the schedule for Pope Francis’ liturgies during the Christmas Season, which will see him open the Jubilee Holy Doors at St. Peter’s Basilica and Rome’s Rebibbia prison.
Pier Giorgio Frassati and Maria Troncatti soon to be saints
Pope Francis approves Decrees highlighting the extraordinary testimony to the faith shown by six very different witnesses.
Pope: 'Dialogue prevented war between Chile and Argentina 40 years ago'
Addressing the ceremony for the 40th anniversary of the Treaty of Peace and Friendship between Argentina and Chile, Pope Francis says the landmark agreement can serve as a model to solve today’s wars.
Pope meets with Jains, encourages common efforts for solidarity and peace
Pope Francis welcomes an International Delegation of Jains to the Vatican in conjunction with meetings studying ways to work together for a better world, and asks for prayers for the head of that Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal Ayuso, who is critically ill.
Pope reiterates Holy See's commitment to a landmine-free world
Pope Francis addresses a summit on a landmine-free world, taking place in Cambodia, and urges global commitment to eliminate landmines, protect lives, and foster peace.
Pope: Church seeks to strengthen bonds of family and marriage
Pope Francis urges Catholic universities to research how different cultures view marriage, saying the Church seeks to accompany families on their path to holiness.
Light for Rwandan children: Sister Pia on ministering among the blind
"Gratitude, curiosity, receptivity, and enjoying the tiniest things" is how Sister Pia Gumińska from the School and Educational Centre for Blind Children in Rwanda describes the divine love revealed in the centre's wards.
Climate conference agrees on $1 trillion deal after tensions
Delegates of developed and developing countries concluded a trillion-dollar deal on the climate crisis. The breakthrough came after marathon talks at a climate gathering in Baku, Azerbaijan, overshadowed by mounting tensions with those opposing the agreement.
Cabo Verde: Teams of Our Lady attend international meeting in Fatima
The Cabo Verde region of the Teams of Our Lady was prominently present at the international event held in Fatima, Portugal, which took place recently. The meeting was held at Fatima’s Paul VI Pastoral Centre
Pope to young people: Have courage to bear witness to hope!
Pope Francis greets delegations of young people from Portugal and South Korea in Rome for Sunday's 39th World Youth Day on the Solemnity of Christ the King as the WYD symbols, the Cross and the icon of Mary Salus Populi Romani, are passed from the Portuguese to the Koreans who will host the next world youth gathering in Seoul in 2027.
Pope prays for end of violence in Myanmar and sincere dialogue for peace
During Sunday's Angelus Pope Francis prays for war-torn countries, recalling the suffering of the people of Myanmar, “especially the most vulnerable: children, the elderly, the sick, refugees including the Rohingya.” He askes everyone to also remember Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, Lebanon, and Sudan.
Pope at Angelus: Listening to the Lord brings light into our hearts and lives
Pope Francis reflects on the day’s reading from the Gospel of John and encourages Christians to let the Word of God be their guide and their certainty.
