USA records increase in abortions due to distribution of abortion pill

Apr 29, 2025 10:10

The increasing ease of obtaining abortion pills — mifepristone and misoprostol — online and by mail has quietly revolutionized

Cardinals and Bishops

Cardinal Zen gets permission from China to go to Rome where he questions dean of cardinals

True to his outspoken character, Zen has continued to voice concern even in these days of mourning. From Rome, he questioned why the first General Congregation of cardinals—an essential meeting ahead of the conclave—was convened so hastily, beginning on April 22

Apr 27, 2025 19:59

Valentina di Giorgio

Interview•Pope Francis

Pope’s Cousin, Who Attended His Funeral, Talks About Him

At the end of the funeral, the Salesian missionary and cousin of Pope Francis spoke of her personal connection with the Pontiff: the family bond, the shared memories, and the testimony of a man who lived with simplicity and love for the people.

Apr 27, 2025 05:57

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis•Vatican Diplomacy

Where will Trump sit? Here’s how world leaders will be seated at pope’s funeral

The Vatican Press Office confirmed the official seating and procedural arrangements for the funeral, a protocol steeped in both tradition and geopolitical nuance. The right side of the square, facing the Basilica, will be reserved for state delegations. Opposite them, on the left, will sit the College of Cardinals, robed in crimson.

Apr 25, 2025 08:54

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis•Testimonies

Pope Francis’ nephew to attend funeral thanks to anonymous benefactor who paid for his trip

The story has resonated deeply in Argentina and beyond, not only because it highlights a poignant family bond in the midst of global mourning, but because it has stirred an uncomfortable contrast: Mauro, a member of the Pope’s own family, arrived in Rome not with an official delegation but through a stranger’s kindness

Apr 24, 2025 17:38

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Pope Francis

Cardinal Elector announces he will not go to Conclave. Who is he and why?

The College of Cardinals currently comprises 252 members, of whom 134 are eligible to vote—those under the age of 80. The vast majority of the electors—over 80%—were appointed by Pope Francis, with the remainder being holdovers from the pontificates of Benedict XVI and John Paul II.

Apr 22, 2025 18:24

Covadonga Asturias

Three Areas Where the Fire of Pastoral Ministry Can Be Rekindled, According to Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV’s address to the clergy of the Diocese of Rome during a meeting in Paul VI Hall

The 4 tasks Pope Leo XIV gave to the Legionaries of Christ: charism, authority, missionary unity, and synodality

Pope’s address to the Legionaries of Christ during an audience on the occasion of their General Chapter

USA records increase in abortions due to distribution of abortion pill

German Episcopate issues guidelines for blessing same-sex couples (among others)

Cardinal Becciu will not participate in Conclave: “even though I am convinced of my innocence”

The Successor of Francis According to Statements by the Cardinals (Part I)

Countdown to a new Pope begins: Conclave to start on May 7. Here are more details

Pope Francis’ successor (according to the bookmakers)

Jewish State of Israel finally expresses condolences on Pope’s death

Cardinal Zen gets permission from China to go to Rome where he questions dean of cardinals

Pope’s Cousin, Who Attended His Funeral, Talks About Him

Where will Trump sit? Here’s how world leaders will be seated at pope’s funeral

Pope Francis’ nephew to attend funeral thanks to anonymous benefactor who paid for his trip

Cardinal Elector announces he will not go to Conclave. Who is he and why?