Vatican Diplomacy

Another proposal from the synod on synodality: to amend the canons governing the Church so that laypeople can participate in its governance

The first part of the document contains proposals to amend the canons of the Code concerning the possibility for the lay faithful, both men and women, to exercise in the Church those offices, functions and ministries for which they are suitably qualified and competent, including within the sphere of ecclesial governance.

Sep 30, 2026 17:14

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Ecumenism•Pope Leo XIV

Lutherans are calling on Pope Leo XIV to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession

Leaders of The Lutheran World Federation (LWF) met with Pope Leo XIV in the Vatican on 1 October, looking forward to the ways in which Lutherans and Catholics can commemorate together the 500th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession in 2030.

Sep 30, 2026 09:52

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General Audience•Pope Leo XIV

The Meaning of Leo XIV’s Pastoral Journey, as Told by Himself

Pope’s General Audience, September 30, 2026, on the Apostolic Journey to France

Sep 30, 2026 09:21

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Dicasteries

Vatican Announces the Topic Chosen by Pope Leo XIV for His Annual Message on Communication

Communicating is not about capturing attention, nor about selling it, but about safeguarding it as a precious resource for relationships. To communicate in the age of “clickbait,” we are called to “pay attention” and to rediscover a genuinely healthy attention

Sep 29, 2026 10:11

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Local Church•Pro Life

For Respect Life Month, USA Bishops Requests Prayer and Action on the Abortion Pill

Through a focused effort of prayer and action to stop the spread of the abortion pill, the Committee on Pro-Life Activities has encouraged the faithful to learn about the dangers of the abortion pill and take action by sending messages to pharmacies and pharmaceutical companies

Sep 29, 2026 09:51

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Interview

“Metz Gave Europe Its Soul and Its Face” Interview with Father Jacques-Marie Guilmard, Monk of Solesmes

From the Carolingian liturgical renewal of Saint Chrodegang to the restorative epic of Dom Guéranger in the 19th century, a plunge into the heart of what made Metz the spiritual cradle of Europe.

Sep 29, 2026 09:48

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Local Church•Priests

Kills 1 priest, seriously injures 2 others: Here is the surprising response from one of the survivors

“Do not blame the nation from which the attacker came,” he told those gathered. The evil, he insisted, had been committed by one particular person, who was responsible for his own actions. Others had not committed the crime.

Sep 29, 2026 09:16

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Pope Leo XIV•Protection of vulnerable people

Here’s How the Meeting Between the Pope and 7 Abuse Victims in Lourdes Unfolded (As Told by the Victims Themselves)

After the Lourdes meeting, five participants spoke to journalists. Olivier Mardi, cofounder of the advocacy group Voix Libérées de Touraine, said the Pope had listened attentively and was aware that the danger of abuse had not disappeared. “He is no fool,” Mardi said

Sep 28, 2026 18:03

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Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom

Christian Educational Institutions in India Face Mounting Pressure

With the tacit backing of the Hindu-nationalist government of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal, the focus of intimidation has expanded from rural prayer meetings to prestigious urban landmarks.

Sep 28, 2026 17:56

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Pope Leo XIV

What do attitudes such as revenge, retaliation, and rejection bring about—in the world and within us? Leo XIV answers this question during his final Mass in France

Homily by the Holy Father at Mass in St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Metz

Sep 28, 2026 17:42

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Interview•Pope Leo XIV

Leo XIV responds: Is he terrified of the risks of AI, is it systemic abuse within the Church, or has he crossed the line regarding secularism in France?

Interview in English with Pope Leo XIV on the return flight from his apostolic trip to France

Sep 28, 2026 15:50

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Vatican Diplomacy

A Cardinal at the UN: Here’s How the Holy See Reviewed Current World Events at the United Nations Headquarters

Address by His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin Secretary of State and Head of the Delegation of the Holy See at the General Debate of the High-Level Week at the Opening of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly

Sep 28, 2026 10:23

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