Vatican News
This is Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March is for families in crisis. Read more
Vatican to hold Lent retreat in ‘spiritual communion’ with sick Pope Francis
The theme of the retreat, which will take place from the evening of March 9 through the morning of March... Read more
Jubilee pilgrims adding visit to Gemelli Hospital to pray for Pope Francis
Just outside the hospital, hundreds of the faithful with their own stories stop to pray every day at the feet... Read more
Pope Francis had two episodes of ‘acute respiratory insufficiency,’ Vatican says
The Holy Father was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Feb. 14 and has since been treated for respiratory infections,... Read more
Vatican gives pro-life award to sister running perinatal hospice in Ukraine
Life is always precious, said Sister Giustina Olha Holubets, SSMI, during a March 3 press conference at the Vatican, “even... Read more
Pope Francis: Faith of migrants and refugees bears witness to ‘hope for the future’
The Church will mark the World Day of Migrants and Refugees from Oct. 4-5 to coincide with the two-day celebration... Read more
Pope Francis warns of ‘planetary crisis’ in message to Vatican’s Academy for Life
The Pontifical Academy for Life is holding a meeting of scientists, theologians, and historians March 3-4 at the Augustinianum Conference... Read more
Pope rests well, drinks coffee, and reads newspapers as pneumonia treatment progresses
Recovery for the 88-year-old Holy Father “will certainly not be imminent,” Vatican officials cautioned, indicating a potentially extended hospital stay. Read more
Cardinal Vérgez Alzaga turns 80, Vatican governance transitions to Sister Petrini
Cardinal Fernando Vérgez turns 80, completing his service as head of Vatican City governance. Read more
Pope thanks faithful for prayers, meets with Vatican officials at hospital
Vatican sources reported that the 88-year-old pontiff met Sunday morning with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state, and... Read more
From capirotada to hot cross buns: Lent’s rich culinary traditions
Many around the world use the season of Lent to prepare specific homemade delicacies to remind them of the life... Read more
Pope’s health remains stable following respiratory crisis
The pontiff received the Eucharist Saturday afternoon and dedicated time to prayer at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital. Read more
Original statue of Our Lady of Fátima headed to Rome for Jubilee of Marian Spirituality
On the occasion of the Jubilee of Marian Spirituality, scheduled for Oct. 11–12, the original statue of Our Lady of... Read more
Pope Francis ventilated after ‘sudden worsening’ of respiratory condition
According to a Feb. 28 medical bulletin from the Holy See, Pope Francis experienced in the early afternoon “an isolated... Read more
Pope Francis tells liturgists to avoid ‘pageantry or prominence’
The Holy Father said dioceses should “foster a liturgical style that expresses the following of Jesus.” Read more
Vatican advises against publishing names of accused without ‘legitimate’ reason
It is a common practice of dioceses or independent abuse commissions to publish reports of credible accusations of sexual abuse... Read more
Pope Francis’ medical condition continues to improve, Vatican says
“Due to the complexity of the clinical picture, further days of clinical stability are needed to clarify the prognosis,” the... Read more
Pope’s letter to grieving mother revealed as jubilee audience is canceled
As Pope Francis continues his recovery from a respiratory infection, the Vatican reveals a touching letter he wrote to a... Read more
Gaza priest after speaking with Pope Francis: ‘We rejoice to hear his voice’
Father Gabriel Romanelli was able to speak with Pope Francis on Tuesday despite the fact that the pontiff remains hospitalized... Read more
Pope Francis’ early-stage kidney insufficiency ‘subsided’ on Wednesday, Vatican says
“The Holy Father's clinical condition over the past 24 hours has shown further slight improvement,” the Holy See Press Office... Read more
