Vatican News
Interfaith summit in the Philippines calls for stronger action against human trafficking
Religious leaders from across Southeast Asia convened in Manila this week to strengthen collaborative efforts against human trafficking, a persistent issue in the region.
‘Empathy over systems’: Korean peace forum urges unity amid challenges
The Korean Peninsula Peace-Sharing Forum 2024 brought together faith leaders, scholars, and young people—including North Korean defectors—to explore new ways of promoting reconciliation on the divided peninsula.
Pope commends ESNE for evangelisation and support for immigrants
Pope Francis praises ESNE, a US-based Spanish-language Catholic television network, for its evangelisation efforts and support for immigrants.
Pope: Church needs theological reflection on synodality centered on Christ
Pope Francis meets with the plenary assembly of the Pontifical Theological Commission, and invites Catholic theologians to develop a theology of synodality that puts Christ at the center.
Pope encourages Calasanzian Family not to fear ‘venturing into new paths'
Marking the 75th anniversary of the Calasanzian Family, Pope Francis highlights the timeless relevance of their mission inspired by St. Joseph Calasanz.
Ceasefire comes into effect between Israel and Hezbollah
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has ended over a year of hostilities in Lebanon, with both sides agreeing to troop withdrawals under a monitored deal brokered by the United States and France.
St. John Paul II: Inspiring a new generation at Rome universities event
The inaugural edition of the "Days of St. John Paul II" takes place in Rome across three Pontifical Universities from November 26 to 29.
Pope's weekly General Audiences to include Mandarin Chinese
Pope Francis announces that his weekly General Audiences will include a greeting and summary in Mandarin Chinese as of December 4.
UK faith leaders sign joint letter against assisted suicide bill
As Westminster prepares to vote the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, religious leaders in Britain reaffirm their strong opposition to the legislation and call for better funding of palliative care services.
Pope provides assistance to homeless people in Calabria's tent cities
The southern Italian city of Reggio Calabria now hosts the “Pope Francis Laundry,” complete with shower facilities dedicated to helping the poor or homeless individuals wash their laundry and maintain personal hygiene.
Cardinal Sako: Christian unity is only path out of current crises
Cardinal Louis Raphaël Sako, Chaldean Patriarch of Baghdad, calls for unity among the Churches of the East, proposing practical steps to overcome divisions and address shared challenges.
Pope renews call for solidarity with Ukraine and Holy Land
Pope Francis calls for prayers and solidarity with people suffering due to war in Ukraine and the Holy Land, as a ceasefire comes into effect between Israel and Hezbollah.
Pope at Audience: May witness to “joy of the Gospel” bring peace and hope
In his continuing catechesis at the weekly General Audience on the Holy Spirit in the life of the Church, Pope Francis reflects on the gift of spiritual joy, one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
Pope praises Cardinal Ayuso's work dedicated to fraternity among peoples
The papal telegram of condolences for the Spanish Cardinal, Prefect of the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, praises his service to the Church, given abundantly and tirelessly throughout his life. Cardinal Ayuso died on 25 November at the age of 72 following a long illness "endured with great faith."
Israeli airstrikes pound Beirut despite optimism for ceasefire talks
Israeli war planes hit Beirut's southern suburbs with a wave of airstrikes on Tuesday just before Israel's cabinet met to discuss a ceasefire deal with members of Hezbollah.
CERNA calls for ‘courageous humility’ to stop war in the Middle East
Closing their ad limina visit and general assembly in Rome, the Bishops of the Regional Episcopal Conference of North Africa (C.E.R.N.A), release a message calling on political leaders in the Middle East to embrace the courage of humility to stop the spiral of violence in the region and urge other nations to stop supplying weapons to the warring parties
Nigeria: Archdiocese of Jos celebrates the life and times of the Servant of God, Gabriel Gonsum Ganaka
Every year, on 11 November, the Archdiocese of Jos organises a day of pilgrimage and prayer at Our Lady of Fatima Cathedral, Jos, Nigeria, where the mortal remains of the revered former Archbishop of Jos are interred
Indian Catholic media seek to 'Illuminaire' the digital horizon
The 2024 National Catholic Media Conference brought together communicators of the Catholic Church in India, as they sought to accompany the Church's digital transformation in order to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ.
Jubilee 2025: What it takes to be a pilgrim
As pilgrims prepare for the 2025 Jubilee, a priest, a tour guide and a theologian reflect on what the Holy Year means to them.
Child gang recruitment soars in Haiti
Amidst a dire humanitarian crisis, impoverished and displaced Haitian children are falling victim to gang recruitment in unprecedented numbers. A UN report details how the number of children in armed gangs has increased by 70% since 2023.
