Pope appoints woman as first prefect of an important dicastery of the Roman Curia: Cardinal remains as subordinate

Jan 07, 2025 17:56

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This marks a groundbreaking moment as she becomes the first woman to head a Vatican dicastery Photo: Yahoo News

Pope Francis has elevated 16 Carmelite nuns from Compiègne

the Vatican formally launches his cause for beatification and canonization

Cardinals and Bishops•Dicasteries•Pope Francis

On benedicence: a great reflection by the Pope for cardinals of the Roman Curia useful for every Catholic

Pope’s address to the Cardinals and members of the Roman Curia on the occasion of Christmas Greetings

Dec 21, 2024 09:23

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Local Church•Pope Francis

Pope Francis Extends a Hand of Compassion to Ukraine This Christmas

Cardinal Krajewski’s journey across Ukraine will not simply be about delivering equipment. It will be a pilgrimage of presence, as he visits communities ravaged by violence to listen, pray, and share in their struggles. His goal is to help open “the door of hope” in hearts burdened by despair and to stand as a symbol of global solidarity.

Dec 20, 2024 18:35

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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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Ecumenism•Pope Francis

Pope Francis Emphasizes Unity and Shared Mission During Meeting with Methodists

Pope to World Methodist Council delegation

Dec 16, 2024 17:36

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Pope Francis in Ajaccio: A Meeting Between Spirituality and Dialogue in the Heart of The Mediterranean

The visit ended with a meeting between Pope Francis and French President Emmanuel Macron, marking a gesture of mutual respect between the Church and State. Before his departure, the Holy Father signed the Book of Honour of Ajaccio’s Municipal Council, leaving a message of peace and hope for the Corsican community.

Dec 15, 2024 06:56

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A «Box Office» Pope: Vatican Reveals Number of People That Attended Events with Leo XIV in 2025

Between Pope Francis and Pope Leo, the total number of people received was 3,176,620.

Pope Leo XIV Named Treccani’s Person of the Year: A Pontificate of Subtle Strength and Measured Influence

By exercising quiet leadership, prioritizing pastoral care, and resisting the pressures to adopt extremes, he has positioned the Catholic Church as a thoughtful actor in global discussions on justice, peace, and human dignity

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Pope appoints woman as first prefect of an important dicastery of the Roman Curia: Cardinal remains as subordinate

What does it mean that Jesus is the light that shines in the darkness and that the darkness did not overcome him? Pope Francis answers

Pope Francis canonizes the nuns whose martyrdom meant the end of the French Revolution: famous for the book by Geroge Bernanos

Pope Francis begins 2025 by asking all Catholics to pray for this intention

Pope’s article in The New York Times: There Is Faith in Humor

The process of beatification of King Baudouin of Belgium officially begins: Vatican and Pope give their approval

Work and family: the Pope’s Christmas reflection to Vatican employees

On benedicence: a great reflection by the Pope for cardinals of the Roman Curia useful for every Catholic

Pope Francis Extends a Hand of Compassion to Ukraine This Christmas

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

Pope Francis Emphasizes Unity and Shared Mission During Meeting with Methodists

Pope Francis in Ajaccio: A Meeting Between Spirituality and Dialogue in the Heart of The Mediterranean