Pope Francis

Pope Francis reveals two attacks against him that ended with the death of perpetrators

Francis recounts the chilling intelligence received by the Vatican Gendarmerie upon his arrival in Baghdad. British intelligence had flagged two potential attacks: a young woman carrying explosives was reportedly heading to Mosul as a suicide bomber, while a van laden with explosives sped toward an undisclosed target.

Dec 17, 2024 18:41

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Gender Ideology•Jubilee 2025

The “Mystery” of the LGBT Pilgrimage in the Jubilee 2025: A Polemic Between Inclusivity and Controversy

The presence of these associations poses fundamental questions about how the Vatican addresses the questions of sexual identity and orientation within the faith. Is it a gesture of pastoral openness to people that seek to reconcile their faith with their identity? Or is it a concession that could be interpreted as an implicit doctrinal change?

Dec 16, 2024 18:34

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Vatican City

Vatican: judge Giuseppe Pignatone Retires Amid Controversy and Legacy of Vatican Judicial Reform

Judge Venerando Marano, appointed last year as Deputy President, will assume Pignatone’s role beginning January 1. This continuity aims to sustain the momentum of judicial reform and maintain transparency in the Vatican’s legal proceedings.

Dec 15, 2024 19:47

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Causes of Saints•Local Church•Pope Francis

Pope Blesses Temporary Translation of the Remains of Saint Lucy of Venice to Syracuse in Italy

The Saint, known as the protectress of sight and symbol of light in the midst of darkness, will return temporarily to the place where she was born and where, according to tradition, she offered her life for Christ.

Dec 15, 2024 06:47

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Homosexuality•Jubilee 2025•Pope Francis

Jubilee 2025 to welcome LGBT pastoral groups for the first time in history

Vatican representatives have emphasized that the inclusion does not equate to sponsorship of specific events, reflecting a careful balancing act within the Church’s approach to contentious issues.

Dec 08, 2024 20:20

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Rome

Rome Colosseum sparks debate over collaboration with AIRBNB for gladiator experience

The collaboration, backed by a $1.5 million donation from Airbnb, aims to fund a permanent exhibition in the Colosseum while offering visitors an «immersive experience.»

Dec 08, 2024 09:09

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Pope Francis

Pope Francis determines that final synod document on synodality is papal magisterium

Drawing from “Amoris Laetitia”, he reiterated that not every doctrinal or moral debate requires magisterial intervention. Local churches are encouraged to explore “inculturated solutions” that honor traditions while addressing unique challenges.

Nov 25, 2024 19:40

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Good News•Rome

Over 100 Unpublished Homilies by Benedict XVI to Be Released in 2025

The project has been years in the making. After Benedict XVI’s passing on December 31, 2022, at the age of 95, his personal secretary, Archbishop Georg Gänswein, entrusted the documents to the Foundation

Nov 24, 2024 21:23

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Local Church

Catholics bring their bishop to justice… for blasphemy. Italian justice admits case

Italian Court Keeps Case Alive Over Allegedly Blasphemous Church Art Exhibition

Nov 22, 2024 22:49

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Pope Francis•Vatican Diplomacy

[PHOTO GALLERY] Ukrainian First Lady before the Pope: this was the visit to Rome

1,000 Days of War: Ukraine’s First Lady Honors Resilience and Faith in Rome

Nov 22, 2024 22:43

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Pope Francis

Pope’s new letter to cardinals: asks for help and warns of financial collapse in pension system

The letter, released on November 21, highlights the moral imperative to provide equitable and dignified pensions while recognizing the finite resources available.

Nov 21, 2024 20:23

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Causes of Saints•Jubilee 2025•Pope Francis•Young People

Pope Francis announces when Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati will be canonized

The announcement was met with thunderous applause from thousands gathered in a rainy St. Peter’s Square, underscoring the profound global resonance of their stories.

Nov 20, 2024 17:53

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