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Pope Francis’ message to artists: Be witnesses to ‘revolutionary vision of the Beatitudes’
In a homily read by Cardinal José Tolentino de Mendonça, artists were urged to be “witnesses to the revolutionary vision... Read more
Sister Raffaella Petrini appointed president of Vatican governorate
Sister Raffaella Petrini will become the first woman to lead the Vatican City State governorate when she takes office March... Read more
Pope Francis ‘peaceful’ after first night in Rome hospital
“Medical assessments and necessary treatments are continuing,” after Pope Francis had a “peaceful night” and read several newspapers Saturday morning. Read more
Pope Francis’ AI adviser, experts raise concerns about artificial intelligence
Professor Father Paolo Benanti discussed ethical and human rights challenges surrounding the use of AI at a Thursday event in... Read more
Catholic leaders pray for Pope Francis amid hospitalization
The pope was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis after being sick... Read more
Pope Francis’ health: Here’s a timeline of his medical issues in recent years
The pope, who turned 88 in December, has faced a few health challenges in recent months, including hospitalization for bronchitis. Read more
Vatican to project Chinese artist’s portraits of inmates on prison exterior
The 64-year-old Yan Pei-Ming is a contemporary artist who has been living in France since 1981 and is known for... Read more
Pope Francis appoints 3 new bishops to U.S. dioceses
The Archdiocese of Cincinnati and the Dioceses of Sioux City, Iowa, and Norwich, Connecticut, all received new appointments. Read more
King Charles and Queen Camilla to visit Pope Francis at the Vatican
The anticipated visit will be King Charles’ first time in Italy as monarch but his third time meeting with Pope... Read more
PHOTOS: Military, police gather with Pope Francis for armed forces jubilee Mass
Pope Francis also praised the “important priestly presence” of military chaplains, pointing to the moral and spiritual support they provide. Read more
Pope Francis calls consecrated religious to be ‘bearers of light’ amid modern challenges
The World Day for Consecrated Life, celebrated annually on Feb. 2, takes on special significance this year as the Church... Read more
New Vatican document says AI should lead to ‘a renewed appreciation of all that is human’
The document establishes a Christian framework for understanding human intelligence as a gift from God, emphasizing humanity’s relational nature. Read more
Never forget Auschwitz horrors, Pope Francis says ahead of 80th anniversary
Speaking at the Sunday Angelus, Pope Francis marked the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and made urgent appeals for... Read more
Pope marks Word of God Sunday amid 2025 jubilee events: ‘God’s Word walks with us’
“The Word of God is alive: Through the centuries it walks with us and, by the power of the Holy... Read more
Pope sees ‘providential’ moment as Catholics, Orthodox hope to celebrate Easter 2025 together
Pope Francis emphasized that hope is “always possible” in Jesus Christ during an ecumenical vespers service marking the Week of... Read more
Pope highlights Swiss Guard’s jubilee year service to pilgrims
As millions of pilgrims are expected for the jubilee year in Rome, Pope Francis praised the patient service of the... Read more
Pope Francis to give monthly bonus to Vatican City employees with 3 or more children
At Pope Francis’ personal initiative, Vatican City employees with three or more children will receive a monthly 300-euro bonus and... Read more
White House to remove Cuba from terror list amid Vatican’s efforts at prisoner release
A senior administration official told media in a call on Tuesday that President Joe Biden would be lifting Cuba from... Read more
Jewish leaders ask Pope Francis to stop ‘making incendiary comments’ about Gaza war
The pope’s statement “does not acknowledge Israel’s right to defend itself in the aftermath of the Oct. 7 massacre,” the... Read more
Pope Francis warns of polarization, cites Trump attack in address to diplomats
Pope Francis delivered his annual “state of the world” address on Thursday, asking ambassadors to pursue a “diplomacy of hope”... Read more
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