Vatican News
Vatican committed to return of Ukrainian minors and prisoners
At the second "Ministerial Conference on the Human Dimension of Ukraine’s Peace Formula" held in Canada, the Vatican Secretary for Relations with States upholds the Vatican's commitment to securing the return of captive Ukrainian minors, military personnel, and civilians.
News from the Orient – November 1, 2024
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient, Lebanese Christians pray for peace, Jerusalem celebrates Our Lady of Palestine, and Major Archbishop Shevchuk visits France.
Pope on All Saints' Day: With the Lord's help, let's aspire to holiness
During his Angelus address on this Solemnity of All Saints, Pope Francis invites faithful to not see holiness as unattainable, and urges them, like the Saints, to take little steps to live more holy lives.
Pope condemns "massacre" of women and children in Gaza
Pope Francis prays for peace in the world, condemning the violent attacks on innocent people in Gaza and expressing closeness to victims of a terror attack in Chad and of flooding in Spain.
Valencia Archbishop: Parishes, welcome those affected by tragedy
In an interview with Vatican News, the Archbishop of Valencia reflects on the tragic storm that has claimed more than 150 lives across Spain, and calls on parishes to welcome and offer assistance to all in need and to rescue workers.
Kettelkamp on abuse report: Victims want justice
Dr Teresa Kettelkamp, Adjunct Secretary of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, gives an overview of the Commission’s “Pilot Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding.”
Pope sends message to those affected by floods in Spain
More than 140 people have been killed and thousands are displaced following one of the worst natural disasters in Spain’s recent history.
Pope’s November prayer intention: For those who have lost a child
In his prayer intention for November, Pope Francis prays that all parents who mourn the loss of s son or daughter might find consolation in their community, and may receive peace of heart from the Spirit of Consolation.
Lebanon authorities hope for ceasefire deal
Lebanese authorities on Thursday express hope that a possible ceasefire with Israel could be announced shortly as senior US diplomats travel to the region to push for truces in Lebanon and Gaza.
Holy See warns against outer space arms buildup
The Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, urged member states to prioritize international cooperation in outer space activities.
Cameroon prepares to celebrate ten-year framework agreement with the Holy See
On 14 – 18 November, Cameroonians will celebrate the tenth anniversary of the accord-cadre between the Republic of Cameroon and the Holy See. It is a framework agreement that was ratified on 2 July 2014. A series of activities will characterise this awaited event, in the presence of Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Holy See Secretary for Relations with States and International Organisations.
Pope to Vatican communicators: Build bridges where others build walls
In a meeting with the Vatican’s media professionals, the Pope says he dreams of communication "that teaches people to let go of themselves to make space for others".
Pope Francis: Educate with love and the gaze of Jesus
Pope Francis calls for lovingly educating with Christ's gaze, during his audience in the Vatican with Catholic Action's 11th National Congress of its Educational Commitment Movement.
Almost 100 killed in Israeli airstrike in Gaza
Close to 100 Palestinians, including women and children, have been killed in an Israeli airstrike on a crowded apartment complex in Gaza.
Ghana: Yendi Diocese Silver Jubilee is a celebration for all -None are left out
The Bishop of Ghana’s Yendi Diocese, Matthew Yitiereh, has said the Diocese’s Silver Jubilee anniversary is a celebration for everyone in the community, not just Catholics
Holy See: ‘Attacks against civilians in conflicts are unacceptable’
Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, the Vatican Permanent Observer to the United Nations and Other International Organizations in Geneva addresses the 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent and insists on the moral obligation of all parties to armed conflicts to respect International Humanitarian Law safeguarding civilians.
Caritas Italy providing essential aid to South Sudan
As South Sudan faces one of the most serious humanitarian crises in the world, a delegation from Caritas Italy visits camps for displaced persons and refugees.
A fair and transparent trial
Vatican Tribunal publishes reasons for judgement in London building trial
The Vatican Tribunal issuue more than 700-page document citing reasons for the judgement made public in December 2023, noting how the defendants had a fair trial with full guarantees. Mincione's massive 2014 investment in a high-risk fund was a gamble contrary to the prudence required by the rules; Torzi's investment against the Secretariat of State marked aggravated fraud and extortion. Becciu's entrusting of 600,000 euro to Marogna was grievous. And Perlasca was declared unreliable.
Pope thanks CELAM for outreach to help women heal following an abortion
Pope Francis commends the work of CELAM's 'Project Hope' to accompany those who have experienced the "indescribable suffering" of an abortion to heal and experience the Lord's mercy.
