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Pope Francis: 'We are called to deeper union with Christ'

Vatican News - Fri, 09/20/2024 - 03:55

Pope Francis meets with members of the International Movement of Catholic Students—Pax Romana, and calls on them to always draw closer to the Lord Jesus, so that His grace may transform the world.

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Haiti continues work on provisional electoral council amid gang violence

Vatican News - Fri, 09/20/2024 - 03:32

Haiti has continued to work on rebuilding its democracy with efforts to create a Provisional Electoral Council, which will lead to democratic elections.

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Seeds of hope at Laudato Si' Circle in Villepinte, France

Vatican News - Fri, 09/20/2024 - 03:17

In the French city of Villepinte, near Paris, two parishes have kicked off the Season of Creation with Sunday Mass, joining together for hymns and prayers to mark the beginning of various activities they have planned for this season.

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'In Medjugorje one finds a river of good even amid human weakness'

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 09:34

The Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith presents the document “The Queen of Peace” on the spiritual experience in the Bosnian town of Medjugorje, devotion looked upon with respect by three Popes. What matters is the pastoral reality, not evaluations on the supernatural nature. For Pope Francis, a "nulla osta" is sufficient and it is not necessary to go further. Regarding the messages: "We accept them as edifying texts."

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Pope sends message to book launch on promoting peace

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 08:45

Pope Francis sends a message to participants at a book presentation in Tenerife, Spain, on a publication in Spanish focusing on the "Past, Present and Future of Transitional Justice: The Latin American experience in the construction of world peace."

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Jesuits in Myanmar appeal for urgent aid as Typhoon Yagi leaves 300 dead

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 06:09

As Typhoon Yagi hits Myanmar and leaves at least 300 dead, the Jesuit provincial in the country says the need for humanitarian aid is enormous, with many people enduring high flood waters and a lack of electricity.

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Pope: ‘Organized crime inflicts a deep wound on society’

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 06:02

Pope Francis sends a message to participants in a conference focused on employing assets confiscated from the mafia for the benefit of society.

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Medjugorje and the perspective of the Church

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:49

As the Dicastery for the Docrine of the Faith announces the ‘Nulla Osta’ for devotion linked to Medjugorje, Mons. Armando Matteo, the Dicastery’s Secretary, reviews the timeline of various commissions and bishops’ statements regarding the alleged apparitions at the Shrine.

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Pope to Laudato Si' Centre for Higher Education: Let's safeguard God-given Creation

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:30

Pope Francis express his gratitude to the Laudato Si' Centre for Higher Education, and encourages them in their efforts to safeguarding the always-more-vulnerable environment.

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The shepherd's heart and the people's faith

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:30

Our Editorial Director says the “Nulla Osta” approval for Medjugorje was made possible thanks to the recognition of the positive fruits of the spiritual experience lived in that place, along with the pastoral approach of the Pope.

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Pope Francis grants ‘Nulla Osta’ for Medjugorje

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:30

The Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, with the assent of Pope Francis, grants approval for devotion linked to Medjugorje, recognizing the abundant spiritual fruits received at the Sanctuary of the Queen of Peace without making a declaration on the supernatural character of the Marian apparitions.

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New docudrama to feature St. Pio of Pietrelcina

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:08

A new docudrama is set to premiere on the feast day of St. Pio of Pietrelcina to highlight the life of the Italian Catholic priest and stigmatist.

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Pope to religious: 'Take decisive steps to follow Christ'

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 04:00

Pope Francis encourages religious gathered in Rome for their General Chapters to take "decisive steps in following Christ" and look at the Blessed Virgin Mary as a model.

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Pope Francis: Easter belongs to Christ, not our calendars

Vatican News - Thu, 09/19/2024 - 03:41

As all Christians prepare to celebrate Easter together in 2025, Pope Francis recalls that the preeminent Christian celebration belongs to Christ and not to our earthly calendars or plans.

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Dozens feared dead as flooding ravages central and eastern Europe

Vatican News - Wed, 09/18/2024 - 09:23

Pope Francis' prayers on Wednesday for the victims of floods in central and eastern Europe came as authorities say intense flooding that has swept parts of Austria, Poland, Romania, and the Czech Republic, killing at least 22 people. Residents also brace for more devastation in other nations, including Slovakia and Hungary.

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Cardinal Parolin and Russian Commissioner discuss human rights

Vatican News - Wed, 09/18/2024 - 05:13

During a videoconference, Cardinal Pietro Parolin speaks with the Russian Human Rights Commissioner about "the need to safeguard fundamental human rights as outlined in International Conventions within the context of the current conflict," and expresses gratitude for her role in releasing two Ukrainian priests.

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Pope prays for storm victims in central and eastern Europe

Vatican News - Wed, 09/18/2024 - 03:42

At the General Audience on Wednesday, Pope Francis prays for victims of storms and flooding in central and eastern Europe, and assures them of his closeness.

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Pope at Audience: I saw living and joyful faith in Asia and Oceania

Vatican News - Wed, 09/18/2024 - 02:52

During his weekly General Audience, Pope Francis recalls his recent Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania, and praises the living and joyful faith and witness of the Churches in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste, and Singapore.

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Philippines: Dominicans launch climate change and human rights handbook

Vatican News - Wed, 09/18/2024 - 02:28

The Dominicans for Justice and Peace, together with the Dominican Family for Justice, Peace, and Care for Creation – Philippines, launched a new educational resource aimed at addressing climate change and human rights among youth.

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St. Joseph’s Institute launches culinary program to empower young mothers in India

Vatican News - Wed, 09/18/2024 - 01:55

St. Joseph’s Institute of Skills has launched a three-month baking training program aimed at empowering young women, particularly mothers aged 18 to 27, by providing practical skills and employment opportunities.

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