Articles by Andrea Gagliarducci
Cardinal Becciu ‘reinstated’ by Pope Francis?
Aug 22, 2022 / 05:19 amCardinal Becciu, who resigned from all positions and is involved in the Vatican’s historic corruption trial, will reportedly participate in the next consistory.
Cardinal Zuppi: Nicaraguan bishop’s arrest ‘a very serious act’
Aug 20, 2022 / 17:49 pmA note from the president of the Italian bishops' conference expresses closeness to the bishops of Nicaragua after the arrest of Bishop Alvarez.
How Pope Francis is changing the shape of the Roman Curia
Aug 19, 2022 / 04:50 amThe new round of promotions and demotions in the Vatican is the consequence of two decisions recently taken by Pope Francis.
Why the Vatican's Secretariat of State is set to face a trial in the UK over the London property deal
Aug 18, 2022 / 07:31 amFollowing a ruling by the British Court of Appeal, the Vatican’s Secretariat of State is set to face a trial about the purchase of the Sloane Avenue building in London — in a lawsuit brought by the businessman Raffaele Mincione.
Reform and obedience to the Pope: How two crucial meetings will shape the future of the Order of Malta
Aug 17, 2022 / 05:45 amThe debate on the reform of the Order of Malta is entering a crucial phase on Wednesday: Two meetings are scheduled to help shape the future of the unique if troubled Catholic institution.
‘Overstepping the mark': Is the Order of Malta in serious jeopardy?
Jul 29, 2022 / 09:17 amDo these new changes spell the end of sovereignty? And how might this affect the work of the order?
A look beyond the headlines: Pope Francis encounters Catholic life and history on his journey to Canada
Jul 28, 2022 / 04:52 amThis “penitential pilgrimage” is dedicated to a real path of reconciliation with the Native American populations, and at the same time it is also an apostolic journey to a country with a rich and varied Catholic history.
Pope Francis in Canada: How Ukrainian migrants and indigenous peoples can learn from each other
Jul 27, 2022 / 11:00 amThe history of indigenous peoples in Canada speaks to the plight of Ukrainian immigrants, says this bishop in Edmonton.
Pope Francis in Canada: A papal pilgrimage for healing and reconciliation
Jul 23, 2022 / 08:15 amThe 37th Apostolic Journey of Pope Francis, which will take him to Canada from July 24-30, is a "penitential pilgrimage” that may also help to heal and reconcile another relationship.
The Church must do more for survivors of sexual abuse, Vatican official says
Jul 22, 2022 / 05:25 amThe Church must do more for anyone affected by sexual abuse, “even when the Church can appear tarnished because of these scandals,” and no matter what the local conditions are, according the Father Andrew Small.
The pope emeritus puzzle: Will Pope Francis rewrite the rules of resignation?
Jul 20, 2022 / 03:55 amWith speculation running rife whether Pope Francis could step down, it is worth analyzing what the pope has actually said abut the rules of resignation — and how this aligns with his wider reform project.
Was Peter's Pence used to finance investments like the now infamous London property deal?
Jul 13, 2022 / 04:35 amWas Peter's Pence used to finance investments like the now infamous London property deal?
Defendant in Vatican trial claims Pope Francis knew all about the London property deal
Jul 11, 2022 / 06:08 amAs the Vatican’s historic trial revolving around a London property deal and allegations of corruption continues, the question of what Pope Francis himself knew has been raised in court by a defendant.
Are these the two women Pope Francis will appoint to the Dicastery of Bishops?
Jul 11, 2022 / 01:11 amThe two new female members of the Dicastery of Bishops are likely two religious sisters already well-known in the Vatican, a source has told Catholic News Agency.
A personal way to govern: Why Pope Francis uses Apostolic Letters the way he does
Jul 4, 2022 / 09:06 amIt is no coincidence that Pope Francis chose the form of an apostolic letter to write about liturgy. Nor that he chose to write it one year after the publication of the Traditionis custodes, the motu proprio with which he abolished the liberalization of the Traditional Latin Mass by Benedict XVI.
We have a new Vatican constitution, but where are the new curial appointments?
Jun 16, 2022 / 03:40 amThe new Vatican constitution Praedicate evangelium went into force on June 5.
The Order of Malta has a new head, but has it lost its sovereignty?
Jun 14, 2022 / 09:45 amThe Canadian-born lawyer Fra’ John T. Dunlap will serve as the Lieutenant of Grand Master.
Here’s what the Vatican finance trial has revealed about the London deal
Jun 8, 2022 / 13:00 pmItalian broker Raffaele Mincione was questioned on June 6-7.
What is the meaning of Pope Francis’ trip to L’Aquila?
Jun 7, 2022 / 05:25 amThe 85-year-old pope will make a brief trip to the city associated with papal resignations.
Why this August’s extraordinary consistory of cardinals is significant
Jun 6, 2022 / 04:46 amThe new Vatican constitution comes into force on June 5.