Vatican News
Pope Francis: Hundreds of millions of children ‘left behind’ amid pandemic
Hundreds of millions of children have been “left behind” as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, Pope Francis said Wednesday. Read more
Pope Francis calls for ‘culture of care’ in 2021 World Peace Day message
Pope Francis appealed for a “culture of care” in his message for the 2021 World Day of Peace released Thursday. Read more
Vatican officials call for 'solidarity' in nuclear disarmament after coronavirus pandemic
The current pandemic has underscored the need for global solidarity to achieve nuclear disarmament, a senior Vatican diplomat said on... Read more
Mini Pope Francis featured in Vatican’s annual 100 nativity scenes display
Among the novelties of this year’s “100 Nativity Scenes at the Vatican” exhibit is the inclusion of a miniature Pope... Read more
Swiss Guards receive funding boost for barracks renovation
The Swiss government agreed last week to give $5.66 million toward the renovation of the Swiss Guard barracks at the... Read more
Pope Francis: ‘Those who pray never turn their backs on the world’
People who pray for others are like God’s antennas, Pope Francis said at the general audience Wednesday. Read more
‘It doesn’t embarrass us’: Art teacher defends Vatican’s much-maligned nativity scene
A teacher at the art institute where the Vatican’s much-maligned nativity scene was made has responded to its critics. Read more
Pope Francis to agricultural sector: Seek solidarity, not just profit
Those who work in agriculture should consider the relationship between Creator, man, and nature, and strive to operate on a... Read more
Cardinal Parolin returns to Vatican following surgery
Cardinal Pietro Parolin has returned to the Vatican following surgery, the director of the Holy See press office said Tuesday. Read more
Vatican City to start coronavirus vaccinations in January
Vatican City will begin to offer coronavirus vaccinations in January, according to the Vatican director of health and hygiene. Read more
Pope Francis: Christian joy is not easy, but with Jesus it is possible
Arriving at Christian joy is no cakewalk, but if we put Jesus at the center of our lives, it is... Read more
Vatican committed to net zero emissions by 2050, Pope Francis says
Pope Francis urged Saturday the adoption of a "climate of care," and said the Vatican City State is committed to... Read more
Pope Francis: Art which transmits truth and beauty gives joy
When truth and beauty are transmitted in art, it fills the heart with joy and hope, Pope Francis told a... Read more
Pope Francis: The image of Our Lady of Guadalupe points us to God
The Virgin Mary teaches us about God’s gift, abundance, and blessing, Pope Francis said Saturday on the Feast of Our... Read more
Vatican upholds bishop over reception of Communion on tongue
The secretary of the Congregation for Divine Worship wrote to a petitioner last month rejecting their appeal against the Bishop... Read more
This year’s Vatican Christmas tree has ornaments handmade by the homeless
Reaching a height of nearly 100 feet, the Christmas tree in St. Peter’s Square this year is adorned with handcrafted... Read more
Pope Francis offers support to beleaguered Christians of Syria and Iraq
Pope Francis urged Catholic charities Thursday to continue supporting embattled Christian minorities in Syria and Iraq. Read more
Pope Francis to offer Midnight Mass at 7:30pm
Pope Francis’ Midnight Mass will begin at 7:30 p.m. this year, as the Italian government extends a national curfew through... Read more
Pope Francis grants plenary indulgence to Catholics marking Guadalupe feast at home
Pope Francis has granted a plenary indulgence to Catholics celebrating the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe at home this... Read more
Vatican congregation issues new norms for ecclesiastical institutions of higher education
The Vatican’s Congregation for Catholic Education issued Wednesday three new instructions on ecclesiastical institutions of higher education. Read more
