Vatican News
Cardinal Pizzaballa: 'We will not surrender to hatred'
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem responds to Pope Francis’ recent letter to the Catholics of the Middle East to express deep gratitude for his closeness and affection region and reaffirms the Church’s firm commitment to peace and reconciliation despite the circumstances.
UN Secretary-General calls violent weather a ‘breathtaking injustice’
At a Symposium on the Global Climate Crisis held at the Siena College Laudato Si’ Center for Ecology in New York, UN Secretary-General António Guterres addressed the world’s climate chaos, drawing upon the teachings of Saint Francis, the patron saint of ecology.
News from the Orient – October 11, 2024
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient, the Lebanese village of Rmeich faces a humanitarian crisis, Christians pray for peace in the world, and Mosul and Lyon celebrate 10 years since their dioceses’ twinning.
Pope welcomes Ukrainian President Zelensky to Vatican for second time
Pope Francis welcomes Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the Vatican for the second time, following their bilateral meeting during the G7 in Puglia, Italy, in June.
Synod briefing – Day 8: Ecumenism, walking the same path
The Synodal Assembly on Thursday focuses on Christian Unity. Cardinal Koch, Orthodox Metropolitan Job, Anglican Bishop Warner, and Mennonite Pastor Graber feature as guests at the daily briefing for the press.
Holy See: Every woman deserves the opportunity to reach her full potential
In the ongoing commitment of the Holy See to promote the advancement of women, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia stresses that society must persist in fighting harmful stereotypes that hinder equal opportunities for women and girls, while also respecting the unique capacities that women bring.
Major Archbishop Shevchuk: ‘Pope remains close to suffering Ukrainians’
The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, speaks to Vatican News about his conversation on Thursday with Pope Francis, in which he informed him of the worsening humanitarian emergency in Ukraine as the third winter of war approaches and Russia continues to hammer Ukrainian cities.
Synod: Radcliffe reflects on IL/2 - Full text
Reflecting on "Pathways," - the second part of the Instrumentum laboris - Father Timothy Radcliffe, OP, says, "Together we shall discover God's will!"
Climate conference in Rome focuses on "Building Future Together"
The 16th International Greenaccord Fourm opens with panels dedicated to empowering women, the value of sport, politics and communication, and the environment.
Giving the Girl Child her voice to increase awareness of her needs, dignity and potential
11 October is the International Day of the Girl Child. In 2024, the theme for the celebration is ‘Girls Vision for the Future.’ Every child is a gift from God that deserves to be loved, appreciated and respected
Hurricane Milton slams Florida as it makes landfall
More than 3 million businesses and home have lost power as the Category 3 hurricane hit the west coast of Florida on the evening of October 9.
India: “Matriarchal” Church attracts new believers
The Catholic community of Nongstoin, in northeastern India, has seen increasing numbers of tribal believers from various ethnic backgrounds expressing interest in the Catholic faith.
Pope Francis to welcome President Zelensky on October 11
Following June’s bilateral meeting during the G-7 in Puglia, Italy, Pope Francis and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are to meet again in the Vatican on Friday.
Bishop Dolan: Education, accompaniment, advocacy 'crucial for mental health ministry'
On World Mental Health Day, Bishop John Dolan of Phoenix, Arizona, shares the work his US diocese is doing offer pastoral care to people who suffer from mental health challenges.
Religious sister honored for service to Indigenous People in the Philippines
Sr. Minerva Caampued, a Franciscan nun, has been named the recipient of the 2024 St. Teresa of Calcutta Award for her nearly three-decade-long commitment to the Indigenous Agta community in the northern Philippine province of Cagayan.
Pope encourages Austrian skiers to cultivate the core values of sports
Meeting a delegation of the Austrian Ski Association, Pope Francis reminds them that the core values of sports contribute to a building a more fraternal world.
Synod Forum: the People of God as the protagonist of mission
At a theological-pastoral forum held in the Jesuit General Curia, participants expressed the hope that the synodal bodies of the future would be representative of the entire ecclesial body, taking into account professions, competencies, and characteristics of the local Churches.
Ghana: Consecrated men and women combating plastic pollution
Consecrated religious in Ghana make time alongside their numerous other activities to help the wider community recognise the need to protect Creation, focusing especially on plastic pollution, which has become a major problem especially in suburban areas near cities.
Synod Forum: Bishops 'called to be 'brothers and friends'
The General Assembly of the Synod on Synodality hosts a theological-pastoral forum on “The Role and Authority of the Bishop in a Synodal Church.”
Synod briefing – Day 7: The diaconate, Christian initiation, and aid to poorer Churches
Synod interventions on Tuesday and Wednesday focus on the themes of ecclesial discernment and Christian initiation; and speakers at the daily press briefing highlight the vocation of the diaconate and the need to support poorer local Churches throughout the world.
