Vatican News
Vatican gives global communications group official stamp of approval
In a rare move, the Vatican has officially recognized the public communications organization SIGNIS as a Catholic association, which, according... Read more
Beyond economics, youth unemployment a 'problem of dignity,' Pope says
Pope Francis has sent a message to young people affected by the “culture of waste,” calling on them to spread... Read more
Sistine Chapel being used as sacred place – not 'venue for private parties'
Director of the Vatican Museums Antonio Paolucci has rejected rumors that they are now renting the Sistine Chapel, adding that... Read more
Pope calls Christians to be 'living stones' of the Church
In his homily for Mass at the Santa Marta residence on Oct. 24, Pope Francis reflected on the call of... Read more
How a reproductive health pioneer became an 'instant convert' reading Humanae Vitae
As founders of an institute studying reproductive healthcare, Thomas and Susan Hilgers have seen the benefits that natural family planning... Read more
How do we praise God? Pray like Saint Paul, Pope Francis says
In his homily on Thursday, Pope Francis said no one has the strength to be a Christian without the Holy... Read more
Ecumenical dialogue in the spotlight as Pope's Turkey trip approaches
The cardinal heading the Church’s council for Christian Unity has expressed his hope that Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to Turkey... Read more
Refugees, displaced take center stage at Middle East consistory
At Monday's consistory on the Middle East, patriarchs gathered to discuss the threats facing local Christians, and focused on the... Read more
The Pope's advice on how to overcome jealousy and pride
In his weekly address for the Wednesday general audience, Pope Francis offered advice on fighting those tendencies which “dismember” the... Read more
Pope Francis: Christ restores peace by breaking walls of division
Christ wants to see us reconciled rather than living as enemies, Pope Francis said in his homily at Mass on... Read more
Vatican releases details for Pope Francis' visit to Turkey
In response to an invitation sent by Patriarch Bartolomeo I of Constantinople, Pope Francis will make a three-day trip to... Read more
The Passion of Blessed Paul VI - 'Humanae vitae'
Father Francesco di Felice worked at the Secretariat of State during the pontificate of Bl. Paul VI, and recently recounted... Read more
A Middle East without Christians - cardinals consider sad prospect
Monday's consistory of cardinals focused on the plight of Christians in the Middle East, especially in light of the rise... Read more
Blessed Paul VI, the Pope who led the Church's barque in troubled waters
Bl. Paul VI was the first 'modern man' to be elected Bishop of Rome, and he put the Church in... Read more
Interreligious marriage: a look at the synod from India's perspective
While some countries face family issues such as divorce and polygamy, the synod’s Indian participants have voiced concern for interreligious... Read more
Pope beatifies Paul VI, 'great helmsman' of Vatican II
Addressing those gathered in Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday for the beatification of Paul VI, Pope Francis reminded Christians who... Read more
Church teaching on sexuality is simple, but not easy, priest says
When it comes to human sexuality, one of the predominant themes being discussed by participants at the Extraordinary Synod on... Read more
Pope Francis' closing synod speech received with standing ovation
Pope Francis' address at the conclusion of the Synod on the Family, delivered Saturday, was responded to with a four-minute... Read more
A missionary Pope: Cardinal Etchegaray's memory of Paul VI
Paul VI was a missionary Pope who wished to bring the light of the Gospel all over the world, a... Read more
Synod's final report shows nuance on homosexuality, remarriage
The synod’s final report, released Saturday, presents substantial changes with respect to the much discussed midterm report, especially regarding homosexual... Read more
