Vatican News
Vatican bars Sodalit founder from contact with members
A newly released decree from the Vatican's congregation for religious life states that the founder of the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae,... Read more
Vatican unveils updated healthcare charter as new ethical questions arise
The Vatican has issued an updated version of their charter for healthcare workers, removing question marks from modern ethical concerns... Read more
Without women, there is no harmony in the world, Pope Francis says
A woman’s value is not based on her material accomplishments, but simply in the beauty and harmony she brings to... Read more
Pope Francis: in healthcare, we are responsible to the most vulnerable
When it comes to healthcare and using our resources wisely, we have a responsibility to protect and take care of... Read more
Vatican meeting calls organ trafficking a crime against humanity
After a conference on organ trafficking at the Vatican Feb. 7-8, participants signed a statement agreeing to unite in fighting... Read more
This is how Pope Francis keeps his peace amid Vatican 'corruption'
In a lengthy, unscripted dialogue with 140 male religious superiors, Pope Francis admitted that there is “corruption” inside the Vatican,... Read more
Pope Francis praises expansion of historic Jesuit newspaper
As the historic Jesuit-run paper La Civilta Cattolica for the first time rolled out four new language editions other than... Read more
Pope makes renewed plea on behalf of persecuted Rohingya minority
On Wednesday Pope Francis made an urgent appeal for prayer on behalf for all suffering due to slavery and exploitation,... Read more
Is a meeting between Pope Francis and Donald Trump on the horizon?
Pope Francis could meet with President Donald Trump at the end of May. Read more
Money doesn't make you rich – loving others does, Pope says
Pope Francis’ pastoral heart came out in his Lenten message this year, focusing in what could be a lengthy homily... Read more
Vatican official: The bishops 'are speaking clearly' on refugees
In the wake of President Donald Trump’s recent policy on refugees, U.S. Catholics should stay close to their bishops, who... Read more
Look to Christ to overcome 'tragic' Reformation legacy, Pope says
The 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation is an opportunity for both Protestants and Catholics to place Christ at the... Read more
Pope Francis 'serene' after critical posters plastered around Rome
While the Pope has in the past been depicted as a superhero or peace advocate, this weekend set a much... Read more
Holy See signs agreement with Republic of the Congo
The Holy See and the Republic of the Congo on Friday signed a framework agreement to govern relations between the... Read more
Pope Francis: each life is sacred. Abandon no one.
On Sunday Pope Francis stressed the sanctity of life and encouraged Christians to fulfill Jesus Christ’s command to be salt... Read more
Pope Francis explains why your money won't save you
Pope Francis warned of the “hidden victims” of capitalism, the idolatry of money and false philanthropy, telling a Saturday gathering... Read more
Pope: Be more than a mannequin when it comes to helping refugees
In his newest prayer video Pope Francis focused on the poor and refugees, saying we shouldn’t be like immobile mannequin’s... Read more
Pope names Archbishop Becciu personal delegate to Order of Malta
Pope Francis has named Archbishop Giovanni Becciu, substitute of the Secretariat of State, as his personal delegate to oversee the... Read more
Pope Francis encourages successful dialogue at Nobel Peace summit
On behalf of Pope Francis, the Vatican's Secretary of State sent a message encouraging the participants of XVI World Summit... Read more
Bishop Fellay: Offer of personal prelature under consideration
While divisions between the Vatican and the Society of St. Pius X still exist, representatives from both sides have said... Read more
