Vatican News
Cautious optimism in Aleppo after rebel takeover
Aleppo, Syria's second-largest city, has been under the administration of the Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham since November 29. Marist brother George Sabé tells Vatican News that calm has returned to the city, and Christian liturgies have resumed.
After Assad, Syria's Christians hope for 'rebirth' of country
Vatican News speaks to three representatives of Syria's Catholic community about the sudden downfall of the Assad government, and their hopes for the rebirth of a free and democratic Syria.
On the too-long road to the prevention of genocide
On the International Day of Commemoration and Dignity of the Victims of the Crime of Genocide and of the Prevention of this Crime, we reflect on the progress made in addressing genocide, while acknowledging the continued challenges in preventing such atrocities worldwide.
Latin American bishops join campaign to save human rights defenders
The “Life is hanging on by a thread” campaign will shine a light on the countless stories of human rights defenders and environmentalists who risk their lives for their causes.
Nigeria: Katsina Diocese graduates first set of female Catechist
The Catechists were urged to be mentors of prayer, dedication and rootedness in the Word of God.
Pope to Manos Unidas: Mary is the model for your mission
Pope Francis highlights the “feminine genius” that inspires the work of “Manos Unidas” in combatting hunger, underdevelopment, and lack of education in developing countries.
New cardinal’s first act was having dinner with the poor
French-born Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco says he wanted to share the gift of being created a cardinal with others.
Pope to theologians: ‘Ideology kills reality and manipulates people’
Pope Francis meets with participants in an international conference at the Pontifical Lateran University discussing the future of theology and invites theologians to develop a creative and inclusive approach to theology rooted in faith to make it relevant in today’s society marred by ideology and polarization.
Laos: Bishop Khamsé, former Vicar Apostolic of Vientiane, dies at 82
Bishop Jean Khamsé Vithavongthe, Vicar Apostolic Emeritus of Vientiane in Laos and a dedicated OMI missionary, has passed away at the age of 82.
Pope pays homage to Mary at statue of Immaculate Conception
On Sunday afternoon on the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis pays homage to the Blessed Mother, praying before the icon Maria Salus Populi Romani at Saint Mary Major, followed by his traditional visit to Rome's Piazza di Spagna to perform the traditional Act of Veneration to the Blessed Virgin Mary before the statue of the Immaculate Conception.
Cardinal Zenari on hopes for reconcilation in Syria and abolishment of sanctions
Islamist rebel forces have entered Syria's capital Damascus and President Al-Assad has fled the country. The Apostolic Nuncio in Damascus speaks of the last hours in the Syrian capital, now in the hands of rebels, and expresses hope for the country's recovery, peaceful coexistence, and above all, respect for religious traditions. He also points to the need to abolish international sanctions.
Cardinal Zenari expresses hope for reconciliation in Syria and abolishment of sanctions
Islamist rebel forces have entered Syria's capital Damascus and President Al-Assad has fled the country. The Apostolic Nuncio in Damascus speaks of the last hours in the Syrian capital, now in the hands of rebels, and expresses hope for the country's recovery, peaceful coexistence, and above all, respect for religious traditions. He also points to the need to abolish international sanctions.
Pope Francis: May inmates on death row in the US be graced
Pope Francis asks for prayers for inmates awaiting execution on federal death row in the United States, appealing that their sentences be commuted.
Pope prays for peace, fraternity and harmony in Nicaragua
Expressing his closeness to the Church and people of Nicaragua, Pope Francis prays to the Virgin Mary to open the hearts of all to enable dialogue leading to peace, fraternity and harmony.
Pope appeals for ceasefire ‘on all war-fronts’ by Christmas
Pope Francis issues an appeal to state leaders and to the international community to ensure a ceasefire may be reached in countries suffering from war before Christmas.
Pope: Place your hopes in God's infinite mercy
At the Sunday Angelus Pope Francis encourages us to open our hearts and minds to the Lord Jesus, born of Mary Immaculate, as we ask for her intercession so that the Lord might come and dwell in our lives.
Pope at Mass on Immaculate Conception: True richness lies in a heart open to others
On the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis celebrates Mass with the 21 new Cardinals and challenges the faithful to look beyond material wealth and privilege to embrace a life of love, solidarity, and meaningful connection.
Pope: Rebirth of Notre Dame a sign of renewal for the Church in France
As Notre Dame Cathedral reopens its doors for worship, five years after a fire left it in ruins, Pope Francis has a heartfelt message of solidarity, gratitude, and hope to mark the occasion.
Pope tells new Cardinals never to stray from the path of Jesus
Pope Francis celebrates a consistory for the creation of new cardinals telling them not to be dazzled by the seduction of power, but to always walk the path of Jesus and cultivate a passion for encounter.
Lord's Day Reflection: 'Light of hope'
As the Church marks the Second Sunday in Advent, Fr. Edmund Power, OSB, offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings under the theme: "Light of hope".
