Andrea Gagliarducci

Andrea Gagliarducci

Andrea Gagliarducci is an Italian journalist for Catholic News Agency and Vatican analyst for ACI Stampa. He is a contributor to the National Catholic Register.

Articles by Andrea Gagliarducci

Analysis: A Chinese bishop takes the floor for the first time at the Synod on Synodality

Oct 11, 2024 / 06:00 am

There has been one noteworthy development so far in the Synod on Synodality’s second week — and it’s not the resurfacing of hot-button issues.

Analysis: This week at the Synod on Synodality — revolution or much ado about nothing?

Oct 3, 2024 / 17:45 pm

The tone of the opening days of the synod’s final general assembly makes it apparent that, for the moment, there is no talk of revolution within the Church. 

Pope Francis may visit United States in September after UN invitation

Apr 25, 2024 / 07:22 am

A source from the Vatican Secretariat of State told CNA this week that “a formal invitation has arrived from Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.”

Analysis: The ever-changing College of Cardinals

Mar 13, 2024 / 12:30 pm

Were a conclave to begin today, there would be 94 cardinal-electors created by Pope Francis, 27 created by Benedict XVI, and eight made by John Paul II.

Synod on Synodality 2023: A look at the key discussions and decisions

Oct 30, 2023 / 13:45 pm

Now that the Synod on Synodality has drawn to a close, all eyes are on the synthesis report emanating from the monthlong gathering.

Synod on Synodality 2023: Final week wraps up in expectation of summary report

Oct 27, 2023 / 14:00 pm

As the final week of this year’s gathering unfolds amid contentious discussions, anticipation is rising for the publication of the Synod’s summary report.

UPDATE: Synod on Synodality this week: Anticipating a ‘Letter to the People of God’

Oct 23, 2023 / 13:00 pm

The letter, expected to arrive Oct. 28, will serve as a compass, signaling the direction of a continuing synodal journey.

Synod on Synodality: LGBT issues, female diaconate discussed in emotional third week

Oct 20, 2023 / 07:31 am

The process has been driven by what the Synod on Synodality calls “active listening and speaking from the heart.”

This week at the Synod on Synodality: Participation focus comes amid exit of Chinese bishops

Oct 16, 2023 / 09:02 am

The Vatican confirmed that the bishops from the People’s Republic of China are leaving ahead of the event’s conclusion.

Synod on Synodality 2023: Work begins on the final text as second week wraps up

Oct 14, 2023 / 09:50 am

The past week risked being overshadowed by a letter about the German Synodal Way shared with synod participants by Bishop Georg Bätzing of Limburg.

The cardinals at the Synod on Synodality: A prelude for the next conclave?

Oct 11, 2023 / 14:15 pm

While not exactly a dress rehearsal for an upcoming conclave, the Synod on Synodality provides a setting for numerous cardinals to interact and build alliances. 

This week at the Synod on Synodality: Deliberations and veiled agendas

Oct 9, 2023 / 08:27 am

Concerns linger about the potential for pressure groups to sway the synod’s course.

Synod on Synodality 2023: Facts, anecdotes, and analysis from the first week

Oct 6, 2023 / 11:35 am

Facts, anecdotes, and analysis from the first week of the 16th Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops at the Vatican.

The Vatican says a newborn martyr had a ‘baptism of blood.’ What does that mean?

Sep 14, 2023 / 12:22 pm

All nine members of the Ulma family, who were murdered by the Nazi regime for sheltering two Jewish families, were beatified Sunday.

Ulma family beatified on a ‘day of joy’ in Poland

Sep 10, 2023 / 09:51 am

It was the first time the Church has beatified an entire family at the same time.

ANALYSIS: How to interpret Pope Francis’ choice of new cardinals

Jul 11, 2023 / 03:00 am

Pope Francis has appointed the overwhelming majority of cardinals who will choose his successor.

Analysis: What does Pope Francis’ new ‘Fundamental Law’ mean for Vatican City State?

May 18, 2023 / 09:10 am

In some ways, the new constitution moves the Vatican City State closer to the model of a modern, secular state.

Drama swirls as Caritas Internationalis delegates prepare to elect new leaders

May 10, 2023 / 16:20 pm

Calling it a “brutal power grab,” an ousted general secretary of the Vatican’s global charity has written a letter criticizing Pope Francis’ decree in November.

Cardinal Erdő: Pope’s visit to Hungary tells us ‘Christ is our future’

Apr 27, 2023 / 10:00 am

Cardinal Péter Erdő, archbishop of Esztergom-Budapest, talked with CNA’s sister news organization on the eve of Pope Francis’ trip to Hungary.

Analysis: Here’s how Pope Francis could influence the choice of his successor

Apr 18, 2023 / 14:30 pm

By the end of 2023, nearly 70% of the cardinals eligible to become the next pope will have been appointed by Francis.