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

Dec 21, 2024 09:23

ZENIT Staff

Pope Francis held the traditional annual meeting with those who work in the Roman Curia Photo: Vatican Media

Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith

the Vatican’s recognitio elevates them to the status of “liturgical expressions,”

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Tyler, Texas

the Holy Father Francis and His Holiness Mar Awa III

“Sport in Motion – What Is Essential Is Invisible to the Eyes” is the theme of the international photography competition Photo: Dicastery for Culture and Education

Dicasteries•Pope Francis

How to foster synodal communication: Pope Francis responds

Address of the Pope to the Plenary Assembly of the Dicastery for Communication 2024

Oct 31, 2024 17:42

ZENIT Staff

Dicasteries•Pope Francis

Pope Francis announces financial cuts to the Vatican media

The Dicastery for Communication, which encompasses a wide array of Vatican media branches, is among the Vatican’s highest-cost departments.

Oct 31, 2024 17:36

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Dicasteries•Protection of vulnerable people•Vatican City

Abuse Is Not Related to Celibacy: Vatican Publishes First Annual Report on Policies for Protection of Minors

This inaugural Report is configured as a tool for rendering accounts and transparency, driven by the direct mandate of Pope Francis, who has made it clear that the protection of minors is a central priority of his pontificate.

Oct 29, 2024 07:42

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Dicasteries•Protection of vulnerable people

Vatican Announces Imminent Release of Annual Report on Protection Policies and Procedures in the Catholic Church

The goal of the Annual Report, which was requested by the Holy Father in 2022, is to provide an assessment of the nature and effectiveness of safeguarding policies and procedures in the Church and offer recommendations for continuous improvement.

Oct 22, 2024 14:19

ZENIT Staff

Dicasteries•Liturgy and Divine Worship•Local Church

Vatican Clarifies US Holy Day Obligations, Raising Questions About USCCB’s Policy

The Vatican’s letter, dated September 4, was made public in late September and addresses the obligation of Catholics to attend Mass when a solemnity is transferred from its original Sunday date to the preceding Saturday or following Monday.

Oct 19, 2024 19:45

ZENIT Staff