Vatican Diplomacy

A German is the new ambassador of the European Union to the Holy See

Martin Selmayr Takes the Helm as EU Ambassador to the Vatican: A Diplomatic Endeavor with Far-Reaching Implications

Sep 04, 2024 16:48

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Vatican City

Vatican’s Lay Employees Raise Their Voice Against Labour Reforms and Call An Assembly for September

Far from being a simple work force, the Vatican’s employees have been considered for a long time as members of a “special family,” where work is not only a duty, but an expression of dignity and service inspired in Catholic Doctrine.

Aug 28, 2024 05:38

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Pope Francis•Rome

Pope Francis visits the tomb of St. Monica, mother of St. Augustine, in downtown Rome

Francis paused in prayer in the Chapel where the remains of the Saint are kept, and then before the image of Our Lady of the Pilgrims.

Aug 27, 2024 18:21

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Ecumenism•Justice and Peace•Pope Francis•Religious Freedom

Pope “Defends” Russian Orthodox Against the Feelings of Ukrainian Catholics

The Ukrainian Parliament’s resolution has been contested publicly by Pope Francis during an address in Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday, August 25.

Aug 25, 2024 06:43

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Interview•Pope Francis

In An Interview, Pope Francis Talks About How Demanding It Is to Be Pope, His Dream to Go to China and How He Handles Criticisms

the Holy Father sent them a message of hope, acknowledging that the faith and resilience of the Chinese people are a powerful testimony of their dedication and trust in God.

Aug 15, 2024 07:19

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Dicasteries•Liturgy and Divine Worship

Vatican’s Official 2022 Report Shows That the Traditional Mass Was Allowed Only to 57 Churches Worldwide

Only 57 parishes worldwide were given permission to celebrate this liturgical form, reflecting the impact of the restrictions imposed by the papal document Traditionis Custodes of 2021.

Aug 03, 2024 15:20

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Dicasteries•Vatican City

According to An Official Survey of the Synod, 88% of People Reject Synodality

Although the Synod’s General Secretariat has not revealed why it erased the survey, the latter has also enabled it to know what those surveyed think, who responded on the social networks.

Aug 03, 2024 15:15

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Dicasteries•Local Church

New «forward» from Dicastery Doctrine of the Faith for an Italian’s views on the Holy Trinity

Vatican Endorses Spiritual Phenomena at Maccio Sanctuary

Jul 24, 2024 17:46

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Local Church•Pope Francis

By Pope Francis’ Decision, Buenos Aires Is No Longer the Primate Diocese of Argentina

A Primate Diocese is a diocese that has a preeminent position or leadership in the Catholic Church in a region or country.

Jul 22, 2024 07:42

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Vatican City

Does the Pope’s Bank Prohibit Marriage Between Employees? A Couple in Problems

This situation makes evident the conflict between the Vatican’s new internal regulations and the Doctrine of the Church on marriage.

Jul 17, 2024 06:32

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Ecumenism•Pope Francis

Face to Face Between Number Two of the Orthodox Patriarchate of Moscow and the Pope: Fiducia Supplicans on the Agenda

This is the fourth occasion in which the Second in the Hierarchy of the Russian Orthodox meets with the Holy Father.

Jul 14, 2024 16:54

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Holy Land•Pope Francis

Pope Francis Decries Israeli Bombing of Catholic School in Gaza

Pope Francis expressed his pain over the recent bombings by Israel and Russia against innocent people

Jul 10, 2024 06:35

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