Vatican News
Blessed John Paul II celebrations happening worldwide
Celebrations to mark the beatification of Pope John Paul II aren’t simply confined to Rome. Around the world, many other... Read more
Beatification crowd of one million fails to dampen spirits
The estimated one million people in Rome for today’s beatification put many pilgrims far away from the actual celebration, but... Read more
'John Paul II is blessed!' – Pope Benedict pays tribute to his predecessor
Pope Benedict XVI has beatified Pope John Paul II. In a ceremony before hundreds of thousands of pilgrims in Rome... Read more
Cardinal Levada shares memories of John Paul II’s early days
He’s now the head of the most powerful department at the Vatican but the Prefect of the Congregation for the... Read more
At prayer vigil, new insights into Pope John Paul II’s holiness
“I knew he was a saint.” Read more
London doctor makes both Royal Wedding and JP II beatification
For many global dignitaries the clash of dates between Pope John Paul II’s beatification in Italy and the Royal Wedding... Read more
Call made for John Paul II to be patron saint of youth
Pope John Paul II should be declared a “patron saint of youth.” That’s the opinion of none other than the... Read more
Cardinal Ruini thankful for every moment with John Paul II
On the eve of John Paul II’s beatification, one his closest collaborators, Cardinal Camillo Ruini, says he’s still thankful for... Read more
Proposal to withhold care from sick babies is unethical, Vatican adviser says
A proposal to allow premature or sick newborn babies to die even when their life would be deemed worth living... Read more
Knights of Columbus leaders praise John Paul II's legacy to world's laity
Head of the Knights of Columbus Carl Anderson and the fraternal organization's chaplain Bishop William E. Lori lauded John Paul... Read more
Pope John Paul’s face dominating Eternal City
Only two days before John Paul II's beatification, the late pontiff's face has become an inescapable part of Rome. Read more
Biographer says JP II's legacy will take 'several hundred years' to unpack
Pope John Paul II’s teachings will take centuries to fully explore and understand. That’s according to his official biographer, George... Read more
Cardinal Kasper: John Paul II was 'a sign of Jesus Christ'
“He was a sign of Jesus Christ.” That’s Cardinal Walter Kasper’s seven-word summary of Pope John Paul II. Read more
John Paul II remains moved in front of St. Peter’s tomb
The casket containing the mortal remains of Pope John Paul II has been exhumed ahead of his beatification this Sunday. Read more
Significant moves afoot within Roman Curia
Amidst the color and excitement of the beatification of John Paul II, a significant changing of the curial guard could... Read more
Official papal photographer recalls life with 'a living saint'
Arturo Mari was Pope John Paul II’s personal photographer for all 27 years of his pontificate. Now, in the days... Read more
Beatification watch: The Polish invasion of Rome begins
You don’t have to go far in Rome to know that a Polish invasion is underway. Read more
John Paul II exhibit to open in St. Peter's Square
An exhibit chronicling the life of John Paul II will open in St. Peter's Square in honor of the late... Read more
Pope Benedict said to have declined immediate canonization for Pope John Paul II
In his first days in office back in 2005, Pope Benedict considered but rejected the instant canonization of Pope John... Read more
Pope urges 'solidarity with our brother migrants'
Pope Benedict XVI urged Europeans facing an influx of immigrants from war-torn North Africa to “continue their valued commitment to... Read more
