Vatican News
Pope John Paul II on Fr. Jerzy Popiełuszko: Freedom in truth
Fr. Jerzy Popiełuszko, a Polish priest, was killed for his anti-communist support and care for workers 40 years ago, and Pope St. John Paul II named him the patron saint of the Polish presence in Europe.
Mission Sunday: TPMS invites Catholics to hope, faith, action
Ahead of the 98th World Mission Sunday, set for October 20, the Pontifical Mission Societies releases a video to showcase the faces and voices of missionaries working in all corners of the globe.
Lord's Day Reflection: 'Whoever wishes to be great'
As the Church marks the Twenty-Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Marion Nguyen, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: “Whoever wishes to be great".
New Israeli airstrikes hit Gaza refugee camp
Dozens of people are reported to have been killed in fresh Israeli airstrikes and artillery fire on the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza.
Martyrs of Damascus canonization a 'sign of hope for Christians'
Ahead of the canonization of the Martyrs of Damascus at Mass celebrated by Pope Francis on October 20, Fr. Luke Gregory of the Custody of the Holy Land says their witness offes a sign of hope and ecumenism for Christians everywhere, especially those in Syria, where Christians make up about 2% of the population.
Archbishop Iannone on Church's fight against abuse and existing norms
As the Synod on Synodality explores the issue of abuse and the Church's efforts to combat it, Archbishop Filippo Iannone, Prefect of the Dicastery for Legislative Texts, speaks to Vatican News about the various procedures being implemented and the efficacy of existing canonical norms.
Synod leaders address challenging questions from university students
Students from across the United States convene in Rome to engage in conversation with the leadership of the Secretariat of the Synod.
Synod Briefing – Day 14: Toward a more decentralised Church
At the press briefing on October 18th, discussions are reported on the relationship between local and the universal. And Cardinals Aveline, Rueda Aparicio, and Mulla speak about the importance of the Synod’s work in the context of a world "full of suffering”.
Pontifical Commission for Protection of Minors to strengthen ties with DDF
A statement released on Friday, October 17, by the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors says the body looks ahead to the pilot Annual Report and to strengthening ties with the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith.
EU leaders pledge stronger tools for law enforcement against trafficking
EU Anti-Trafficking Day, marked annually on 18 October, raises awareness about this terrible reality which affects around 7,000 victims each year in the EU, 15% of whom are children. Migrants and Asylum Seekers from war-torn nations like Ukraine and the Middle Eastern countries are particularly exposed to this scourge.
Myanmar’s Cardinal Bo: 'Peace is possible, dialogue is the only way'
Cardinal Charles Bo, Archbishop of Yangon, speaks of how tens of thousands of people fleeing the conflict in Myanmar, are either hiding in the jungle or crossing the borders in search of work as migrant labourers. Although there is no sign of mediation, he says the people have not lost their faith.
U.S. Catholics help Palestinian Catholics stay in Holy Land
On an ordinary Sunday, Mass-goers in San Antonio meet fellow Catholics from Palestine who, beyond the religious articles they have brought for sale, allow U.S. Catholics to help them fulfil a dream.
Pope meets with President of Liberia
Pope Francis meets Friday morning with Josephy Nyuma Boakai, Sr, President of the Republic of Liberia.
Synod Briefing - Day 13: A Mediterranean Assembly to listen to migrants
At the press briefing on October 17, in the Vatican Press Office, praise is expressed for the work of Churches committed to pastoral care for human mobility. Focus is also on attention to youth and people with disabilities, with calls for stronger ties between the Roman Curia and local communities.
G7 disability ministers visit Vatican: 'Action, not words'
Vatican News speaks to representatives of the UK, US, and German governments about their meeting with the Pope, which came after a recent G7 ministerial meeting on disability and inclusion.
Birthday party at Synod for Inés, daughter of a synodal father
A little girl from Dallas travels to Rome to celebrate her 10th birthday with her dad, José Manuel de Urquidi, a “digital missionary” and one of the participants at the Synod.
Pope presented with Holy Land peace perspective
During an audience in the Vatican with Pope Francis, former Israeli Prime Minister, Ehud Olmert, and former Palestinian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Nasser Al-Kidva, presented their peace proposal for the war ravaging their nations.
Chinese Bishops at Synod assembly: ‘We are in communion’
Two Chinese Bishops, Joseph Yang Yongqiang and Vincent Zhan Silu, offer their greetings to other delegates at the ongoing Synod on Synodality, reflecting on the faith and communion of Chinese Catholics.
Cardinal Zuppi’s Moscow visit explored peace and humanitarian coordination
Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, the Pope’s special envoy, wraps up his three-day visit to Moscow after exploring opportunities to continue humanitarian collaboration and seek peace in Ukraine.
