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Vatican ‘foreign minister’ doubts speaking out on Hong Kong ‘would make any difference whatever’
Archbishop Paul Gallagher said: “Obviously Hong Kong is the object of concern for us.” Read more
Italy’s ‘anti-homophobia’ law: Vatican request sparks Church-state debate
From the prime minister to a famous rapper, Italians are weighing in on the Vatican’s diplomatic intervention. Read more
Beirut’s St. Joseph church, badly damaged in port explosion, to reopen
The church has been restored with funds from Aid to the Church in Need. Read more
Cardinal Cupich to conduct visit of Vatican dicastery on behalf of Pope Francis
The inspection will begin in a few days. Read more
Pope Francis encourages us to continue on ‘Synodal Way,’ says German bishops’ leader after audience
Bishop Bätzing said he “made it clear that the rumors that the Church in Germany wants to go its own... Read more
Adoration is like radiotherapy for our sinfulness, says Vatican’s new liturgy chief
Archbishop Arthur Roche said he was optimistic about people returning to Mass after the pandemic. Read more
Pope Francis warns against preachers who sow division online
The pope said that these “new preachers” can be recognized by their “rigidity.” Read more
Why was Spider-Man at Pope Francis’ general audience?
The man who met the pope dressed as a superhero has a remarkable story of his own. Read more
Vatican economy secretariat issues regulations on new norms for awarding public contracts
The new regulations “apply to all purchases of services, supplies, and works.” Read more
Pope Francis receives crucifix made from wood salvaged after Beirut blast
The blast killed nearly 200 people and injured 600 others. Read more
Cardinal clarifies exceptions to ban on private Masses in St. Peter’s Basilica
Cardinal Mauro Gambetti said that requests from groups “with particular and legitimate needs” may be allowed. Read more
Pope Francis to elderly: The Church needs your prayers like ‘a deep breath’
The pope released a message ahead of the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, Read more
Pope Francis names new secretary of Vatican safeguarding commission
Fr. Andrew Small succeeds Msgr. Robert Oliver as secretary for the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. Read more
Pope Francis accepts resignation of 75-year-old auxiliary bishop in Texas
Bishop George A. Sheltz has served as an auxiliary bishop of Galveston-Houston since 2012. Read more
Argentine Bishop Zanchetta ends Vatican job at APSA
A source said that the bishop finished his service around 10 or more days ago. Read more
Cardinal Tobin appointed member of Vatican’s highest court
Pope Francis 12 new members of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura Read more
Prisoners meet Pope Francis before visiting Vatican Museums
Inmates were accompanied by the prison director, chaplain, and officials. Read more
Pope Francis: Do not forget workers pushed to the margins by pandemic
Pope Francis was addressing an International Labor Organization summit. Read more
Religious leaders, scientists to convene at Vatican ahead of climate summit
“Faith and Science: Towards COP26” will take place Oct. 4 at the Vatican Read more
Pope Francis appoints ‘ecclesiastical assistant’ for Vatican communications
Fr. Luigi Maria Epicoco, 40, is the author of more than 20 books. Read more
