Vatican News
‘Support to the end’: Religious sister brings palliative care to unborn babies in Ukraine
Sister Giustina Olha Holubets, SSMI, founded the nonprofit organization “Perinatal Hospice - Imprint of Life” in Lviv, Ukraine, which she... Read more
What does the Swiss Guard do while Pope Francis is in the hospital?
The mission of the Swiss Guard, the oldest military corps in the world, is to ensure the security of the... Read more
Pope Francis thanks world’s volunteers for the ‘miracle of tenderness’
Pope Francis on Sunday thanked volunteers for the closeness and tenderness they show others in need of their care. Read more
Pope Francis: Temptations, falls do not end in failure for those who believe in God’s love
Pope Francis on Sunday said defeats are not definitive for those who believe in Jesus Christ and trust in God’s... Read more
Praising pro-life efforts, Pope Francis addresses pilgrims from hospital
The 88-year-old pontiff thanked the pro-life pilgrims on their organization’s 50th anniversary, praising their concrete support for mothers experiencing difficult... Read more
Vatican expresses solidarity with Muslims during Ramadan fast
“Our world is thirsting for fraternity and genuine dialogue,” a March 7 message from the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue... Read more
Vatican shares Pope Francis’ recorded message during rosary in St. Peter’s Square
The Holy Father’s voice was hoarse, and he was noticeably out of breath in the brief audio message, which the... Read more
Pope Francis: Lent is a time to accept our fragility, rekindle hope in Jesus
“Made of ashes and earth, we experience fragility through illness, poverty, and the hardships that can suddenly befall us and... Read more
Vatican conference examines artificial intelligence implications for democracy, justice
The two-day workshop, titled “Artificial Intelligence, Justice, and Democracy,” was hosted by the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences. Read more
Pope Francis asks Christians to start Lent ‘full of hope’ in the footsteps of Jesus Christ
In his prepared March 5 catechesis, the Holy Father spoke about the 12-year-old Jesus’ desire to live his mission as... Read more
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
