This is the new archivist and librarian of the Holy Roman Church chosen by Pope Francis

Mar 31, 2025 17:46

ZENIT Staff

Archbishop Giovanni Cesare Pagazzi Photo: Universidad Catholica Boliviana

Dicasteries•Pro Life

Vatican Launches New Pastoral Guide to Strengthen Advocacy for Human Life

The document is the result of extensive dialogue with bishops from around the world, many of whom expressed their concerns during their “ad limina” visits to Rome.

Mar 25, 2025 20:32

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Dicasteries•Pope Francis

Pope Francis does not accept Cardinal Koch’s resignation: could continue at least until anniversary of Council of Nicea

Koch has served as the head of the Dicastery for the Promotion of Christian Unity since 2010, overseeing the Vatican’s efforts to foster dialogue and collaboration among Christian denominations. His extended tenure suggests that Francis values continuity in the Church’s ecumenical work at a time when unity is both a theological and practical challenge.

Mar 25, 2025 20:16

Valentina di Giorgio

Good News•Vatican City

Saint Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican Becomes a Minecraft Game Thanks to Microsoft

“Peter Is Here: AI for Cultural Heritage” gives life to the patrimony of Saint Peter’s Basilica, immersing one in the interactive virtual world of Minecraft through the block game. The adventure begins by introducing the player in the Tomb of St. Peter, with archaeological research carried out in the 20th century.

Mar 25, 2025 06:29

Rafael Llanes

Local Church•Rome

New Light for the Dome of Saint Peter’s Basilica: Light Intensity Tests Are Underway

The new, state-of-the-art lighting will ensure even more intense and well-distributed light, further enhancing Michelangelo’s work and creating an evocative atmosphere with greater visual impact.

Mar 13, 2025 06:54

ZENIT Staff

Dicasteries•Local Church

Vatican Orders Apostolic Visit to Emmanuel Community

Following a seminar, organized in July 2024, on the subject of governance, differences of opinion arose among the Community’s members.

Mar 12, 2025 06:22

ZENIT Staff

The gunman who attempted to assassinate John Paul II tried to meet with Leo XIV in Turquí: what happened?

Agca arrived with the unmistakable intention of inserting himself into the story. Speaking to Turkish media, he expressed hope for a brief conversation with the pontiff—a few minutes, nothing more—while insisting that the papal presence in Iznik was “extraordinary.”

The homily with which Pope Leo XIV instilled hope in the Lebanese people

Homily of Pope Leo XIV at the concluding Mass of his pastoral visit to Lebanon

This is the new archivist and librarian of the Holy Roman Church chosen by Pope Francis

Vincent, the boy alive thanks to a miracle attributed to Cardinal George Pell

Jesuits acknowledge failures in Rupnik abuse scandal and offer victims path to healing

Sale of relics of Blessed Carlo Acustis: Italian prosecutor’s office investigates one month before his canonization

Church calls on legislature to investigate child sexual abuse in state-run facilities and to treat all victims of abuse equally

Pope Francis Calls for a Cultural Shift in Child Protection Within the Church

“Julia”, Rome Capital’s new virtual assistant for Jubilee pilgrims

Vatican Launches New Pastoral Guide to Strengthen Advocacy for Human Life

Pope Francis does not accept Cardinal Koch’s resignation: could continue at least until anniversary of Council of Nicea

Saint Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican Becomes a Minecraft Game Thanks to Microsoft

New Light for the Dome of Saint Peter’s Basilica: Light Intensity Tests Are Underway

Vatican Orders Apostolic Visit to Emmanuel Community