VATICAN NEWS
Following Pope Francis' interview on the war in Ukraine on Swiss Radio Television, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin addresses the issue with the Italian newspaper “Corriere della Sera”, saying there is a risk of escalation nuclear. By Vatican News We publish the full text of the interview granted to Gian Guido Vecchi by Cardinal…
Vatican news Four Brothers of the Sacred Heart and a teacher kidnapped on February 23 in Haiti have been released, while two are still held in captivity, according to a press release published by the Congregation. By Lisa Zengarini With Haiti in a state of emergency and gang violence threatening to bring down the government,…
The Vatican is showcasing the Holy See Pavilion at the 60th Venice Art Biennale, which will host Pope Francis, highlighting how inmates are committed to transforming their lives and embracing universal values through art. Deborah Castellano Lubov The Holy See Pavilion of the 60th International Art Exhibition – Venice Biennale – which will be exhibited…
Vatican news In memory of International Women's Day on Friday, Pope Francis expressed his closeness to all women, especially those whose dignity is not respected. According to him, there is still a lot of work to be done by all institutions in this area. By Vatican News Addressing pilgrims and visitors during Sunday's Angelus, Pope…
Vatican news In an interview with the SIR news agency, the Vicar of the Custody of the Holy Land calls for immediate action to save the lives of children and mothers in Gaza. By Vatican News “We cannot close our eyes and our hearts to hungry and frightened children. We cannot remain indifferent knowing that…
The Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue announces the holding of the third Christian-Taoist dialogue in Hong Kong from March 11 to 13. By Vatican News Christians and Taoists are expected to meet in Hong Kong next week to continue dialogue between the two religious traditions. According to a press release from the Vatican Dicastery for Interreligious…
Vatican news Pope Francis meets future priests at an annual internal forum course and invites them to administer the sacrament of reconciliation with an emphasis on “the gentleness of God’s love.” By Devin Watkins “May this year of preparation for the Jubilee see the mercy of the Father flourish in many hearts and places, and…
Pope Francis presides over a penitential liturgy at St. Pius V Parish in Rome to open the 24 Hours for the Lord initiative, and says confession puts us back on the path to a new life that began at baptism. By Christopher Wells Confession, the sacrament of God's forgiveness, allows us to begin the path…
Vatican news Women and men from around the world are gathering in Rome to highlight the leadership role women play in the Church, at a conference titled “Women Leaders: Toward a Better Future.” By Claudia Torres On the occasion of International Women's Day, women and men from different countries and areas of expertise gathered at…
In 1929, the Vatican Apostolic Library employed a group of young women with doctorates, marking a first for the Vatican City State. Their experiences were positive, but the project ended twelve years later due to World War II. Today, more than 50 percent of the Vatican Library's staff are women, many of whom hold leadership…