Vatican News
Pope Francis urges Catholics to pray and fast for Afghanistan
“In historical moments like this we cannot remain indifferent, the history of the Church teaches us this,” Pope Francis said. Read more
Pope Francis appoints Vatican Master of Ceremonies Msgr. Guido Marini to Italian diocese
Msgr. Guido Marini has been in charge of papal liturgies since his appointment to the role by Benedict XVI in... Read more
Pope Francis makes changes to the Vatican’s Chapter of St. Peter
The Chapter of St. Peter is group of retired priests who pray and assist in the basilica’s liturgical activities. Read more
Pope Francis accepts resignation of Australian bishop investigated for sexual abuse
The 71-year-old Bishop Christopher Saunders had taken temporary leave from the administration of his diocese in March 2020. Read more
Cardinal asks monastic communities to pray for the 2023 synod on synodality
On Oct. 9-10, the Catholic Church will begin the first phase of a synodal process culminating in the 2023 meeting... Read more
Pope Francis on adoption: ‘Every child that arrives is God’s gift’
‘Every baby, in every case, and in whatever situation is to be welcomed,’ the pope says in a new video. Read more
What happens when the pope receives a head of state?
There is a remarkable amount of hidden choreography behind the scenes. Read more
Pope Francis urges Catholic lawmakers to protect human dignity online
The pope called for renewed efforts to combat child pornography, data breaches, and cyber attacks. Read more
Vatican suppresses Italy-based Regina Pacis Community after apostolic visit
Pope Francis declared the community’s co-founder “venerable” in 2017. Read more
Pope Francis meets Nadia Murad as Nobel Prize winner advocates for Afghan women
The survivor of ISIS enslavement has expressed concern for the future of Afghan women. Read more
Pope Francis names religious sister to No. 2 position in Vatican’s social development office
Sr. Alessandra Smerilli, 46, was appointed ‘ad interim.’ Read more
Vatican urges countries to accept refugees from Afghanistan
A Vatican diplomat challenged nations to “move from declaration to action.” Read more
Pope Francis: ‘Hypocrisy in the Church is particularly detestable’
The pope said that hypocritical behavior undermined Church unity. Read more
Pope Francis sends $230,000 for Haiti earthquake victims
Pope Francis is sending assistance to the victims of the Haiti earthquake as the death toll from the natural disaster... Read more
Sunday Mass should be the culmination of all parish activities, Cardinal Parolin says
After pandemic lockdowns led to the suspension of Catholic liturgies in many parts of the world, the Sunday Mass must... Read more
Pope Francis: Do not water down the truth of the Eucharist
Pope Francis encouraged Catholics to not water down the teaching that the Eucharist is Jesus’ Body and Blood. Read more
Pope Francis praises martyred Korean priest at Vatican Mass
Pope Francis said St. Andrew Kim Taegon spread the faith “in difficult times, marked by persecution and suffering” for the... Read more
Pope Francis: 'What justifies us is Jesus Christ'
Pope Francis said that Catholics must observe the commandments with the knowledge that justification comes from Jesus Christ. Read more
Pope Francis, Ad Council collaborate to promote COVID-19 vaccines in the Americas
Pope Francis worked in collaboration with the Ad Council to produce a public service announcement promoting COVID-19 vaccines. The PSA... Read more
Pope Francis will not offer a public Mass during Scotland visit
The pope is expected to attend the “world leaders summit” in the opening days of the 2021 United Nations Climate... Read more
