Vatican News
Pope takes time to discern appointment of new Cardinal Vicar
A statement issued by the Communications Office of the Vicariate of Rome says Pope Francis is taking time to "make a healthy discernment" before appointing the new Cardinal Vicar.
Churches in Mediterranean discuss migrant ministry in Marseille
Following Pope Francis’s Apostolic Journey to Marseille, France, on the occasion of the Mediterranean Meetings in September 2023, the French Archdiocese convenes the “MED 24 on Migrations” to discuss coordinated pastoral efforts for migrants in the region.
Palestinians return to Khan Younis as Israel quits city
Palestinians have begun returning to the shattered city of Khan Younis, after Israel says it is shrinking the numbers of soldiers in southern Gaza.
Cardinal Fernández: Every single person has dignity
The Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández, presents the Dicastery's just-published declaration "Dignitas Infinita" in the Holy See Press Office, calling it a document "fundamental" for remembering that "everyone has their inalienable dignity."
Pope Francis meets with relatives of hostages being held by Hamas
Pope Francis meets with relatives of hostages being held by Hamas since the start of the Israeli war against Hamas. The private audience on Monday morning in the Vatican was confirmed by the Holy See Press Office.
New Vatican document lists ‘grave violations’ of human dignity
The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith’s new document 'Dignitas infinita' took five years to complete, and builds on the papal magisterium of the last decade: from war to poverty, from violence against migrants to violence against women, from abortion to surrogate motherhood to euthanasia, from gender theory to digital violence.
Australian Catholic Bishops' Conference releases national code of conduct
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference releases "Integrity in Our Common Mission": a national code of conduct ensuring safety and zero tolerance for clerical abuse.
Ukrainian civilians suffer more deaths
Pope Francis's appeal to pray for peace in Ukraine comes as that war-torrn nation reels from massive Russian strikes that, besides soldiers, also killed more than a dozen civilians over the weekend. Russia, in turn, has accused Ukraine of hitting Europe's largest nuclear power plant.
Zimbabwe: As the country’s crops fail due to drought, Bishops appeal for help
Catholic Bishops in Zimbabwe appeal to Catholic Agencies to serve people from starvation after the country’s president declared the 2023/2024 agricultural season a national disaster.
Argentinean padel champion visits Vatican
On the day Pope Francis recalls the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace celebrated on 6 April during the Regina Coeli, Argentinean padel champion, Fernando Belasteguín, visits the "Santa Marta" Pediatric Dispensary accompanied by members of Vatican Athletics.
Lesotho mothers trying to cope with drug addicted children
Mrs Pontsho Florina Tumisi, a widow and mother of two children is a member of the Saint Anne’s Catholic sodality in Lesotho. When she found herself dealing with her daughters’ drug addiction, she reached out to other mothers facing trials.
Israeli demonstrators call for release of hostages
Israeli media says police in Tel Aviv forcibly dispersed tens of thousands of anti-government protestors, who had gathered to demand the release of hostages seized by Hamas six months ago.
Pope: Sport must foster social friendship and fraternity
Recalling the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, Pope Francis upholds the core values of sports in building fraternity. During the Regina Coeli prayer, he also remembers victims of a bus crash in South Africa.
Pope: May the Lord give leaders the capacity to pause and mediate for peace
Pope Francis reiterates his appeal for negotiated solutions to the ongoing wars in Ukraine, Palestine and Israel.
Pope at Regina Coeli: Have faith in the Risen Christ
On the second Sunday of Easter, Pope Francis emphasises the transformative power of encountering the risen Jesus, urging believers to embrace faith, prayer, and love and spread Easter joy.
Cardinal De Donatis appointed new Major Penitentiary
The Vicar General for the Diocese Rome succeeds Cardinal Mauro Piacenza at the head of the Apostolic Penitentiary.
Concerns remain of Gaza aid routes, new crossings needed says UN
The United Nations and aid agencies have expressed doubt that Israel’s promises to open more aid routes into Gaza will be enough to ease the plight of starving Palestinians.
Haiti: Global indifference to an escalating humanitarian crisis
The situation in Haiti continues to worsen as armed and ferocious gangs cause widespread violence and displacement, while the international community remains largely indifferent to the escalating humanitarian crisis.
Pope: Don’t be ashamed to cry before the pain of others
Marking the 50th anniversary of the St. Angela Merici Foundation, Pope Francis receives a group of its members and reflects on its mission to serve the most vulnerable.
Pope: Red Cross' humanitarian work shows that fraternity is possible
Meeting members of the Italian Red Cross in the Vatican, Pope Francis praises its “irreplaceable service” ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of war and other disasters.
