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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Justice and Peace•Pope Francis•Vatican Diplomacy

Pope Francis sparks debate with call to investigate Gaza genocide allegations

The remarks were swiftly condemned by Israel’s ambassador to the Holy See and the Combat Antisemitism Movement (CAM), who accused the Pope of inflammatory rhetoric.

Nov 18, 2024 17:00

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Good News•Vatican City

The Vatican Basilica’s digital twin is born: online in December thanks to Artificial Intelligence and Microsoft

Vatican and Microsoft Join Forces to Digitally Recreate St. Peter’s Basilica, Opening Doors to Global Accessibility. Designed to benefit both general visitors and specialists, the digital Basilica will provide pilgrims with an immersive virtual journey and academics with a wealth of details invaluable for restoration and research.

Nov 11, 2024 17:24

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Church and World•Vatican Diplomacy

What do they think in Vatican about Trump’s victory? First official statements

Parolin expressed the Vatican’s desire that Trump «acts as a unifier» for an increasingly polarized America, aligning with the biblical principle that wisdom is the essential virtue for rulers. «He has a critical responsibility,» Parolin stated, «to be president of all Americans and to heal the divisions that are painfully clear.»

Nov 07, 2024 22:14

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Pope Francis

Pope Francis and spiritual coca-colonization in academia

A unifying theme of Pope Francis’ address was his vision for an education that not only trains minds but nurtures souls. Reflecting on the global crises, particularly the “madness of war,” he expressed sorrow for the world “aflame with division,” urging the academic community to generate “wisdom born from engagement with the pain and hope of real people.”

Nov 05, 2024 13:10

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Jubilee 2025•Rome

Vatican: controversy over Jubilee mascot; designer has worked for gay pride

Vatican Unveils Animated Mascot «Luce» for 2025 Jubilee Year, Aiming to Reach Youth through Pop Culture

Nov 04, 2024 17:50

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Pope Francis•Vatican City

Pope Francis cuts cardinals and Curia salaries by another 10% as of Nov. 1

Pope Francis Imposes New Financial Cuts on Vatican Salaries Amid Economic Strain

Oct 29, 2024 15:28

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Rome•Woman

A woman at the head of one of the great works of the Church: Opera Romana dei Pellegrinaghi

Sister Rebecca Nazzaro Appointed Head of Pilgrimage Pastoral Office in Rome, Plans New Paths for Holy Year

Oct 24, 2024 10:51

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Pro Life•Woman

Italy passes law banning “renting” surrogate wombs abroad

Italy Tightens Laws Against Surrogacy, Extending Ban to International Pursuits

Oct 22, 2024 14:22

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Pope Francis

New Encyclical of Pope Francis dedicated to the Sacred Heart to be published on October 24

Pope Francis has consistently emphasized the significance of the Sacred Heart, especially for priests, advocating for a pastoral focus on mercy and compassion.

Oct 21, 2024 06:54

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Holy Land•Justice and Peace•Pope Francis•Vatican Diplomacy

Palestinian and Israeli leaders present Pope with peace plan for Holy Land (includes status for Jerusalem)

Pope Francis Hosts Israeli and Palestinian Leaders to Discuss Gaza Peace Plan

Oct 18, 2024 19:31

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Cardinals and Bishops•Liturgy and Divine Worship•Local Church•Rome

New Brazilian cardinal confirms: new Amazonian rite and viri probati are on the table

Church Leadership Open to Amazonian Rite and Married Priests in Response to Regional Challenges

Oct 10, 2024 21:41

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