Vatican news Pope Francis prays for the victims of storms and floods in Central and Eastern Europe, and assures of his closeness to all those affected. By Christopher Wells Pope Francis assured the victims of Storm Boris of his closeness, saying at the weekly general audience that he was praying especially for those who lost…
Vatican news As the Church marks the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on September 1, Indian Bishop Allwyn D’Silva, chairman of the Human Development Office of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences, reflects on the importance of praising God for his wonderful gift of Creation. By Bishop Allwyn D’Silva The World…
Vatican news On the occasion of World Humanitarian Day, Pope Francis calls for prayers for humanitarian workers who demonstrate fraternity while risking their lives to help others. By Lisa Zengarini As the international community marks World Humanitarian Day (WHD) on August 19, Pope Francis has invited everyone to pray for humanitarian workers, “especially those who…
On May 29, the Vatican's Casina Pio IV is hosting a World Changers Summit, bringing together international representatives of science, technology and faith to discuss the common good. By Jessica Jeyamaridas The World Changers Summit, entitled “Forum to help shape a better future”, is now in its third edition. The event was conceived by Professor…
Vatican news At a mass in St. Peter's Square to mark the first World Children's Day, Pope Francis said that “God created us, Jesus saved us and the Holy Spirit accompanies us all the way.” throughout our lives.” By Francesca Merlo The final event of the first World Children's Day – organized at the request…
Renowned artist Mimmo Paladino creates a 4 meter high “Cross of Joy”, mixing Christian images and fairy tales, for World Children's Day in Rome on May 25-26. By Francesca Merlo Mimmo Paladino, one of the main representatives of the Transavanguardia movement, created a 4 meter high cross, designed to adorn the first ever World Children's…
At a commemorative event in New York marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Vatican's Permanent Observer to the United Nations, highlights the crucial role of education in eradicating racial discrimination. racial prejudice and denounces persistent racial discrimination against migrants or refugees of African descent in their destination…
Vatican news As Pope Francis releases his message for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Bishop Earl Fernandes of the Diocese of Columbus in the US state of Ohio describes how renewed pastoral efforts and prayer have led to 16 new men to enter the diocesan seminary last year. , and 12 more are…
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 Pope Francis marks the upcoming International Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness Day, urging our family of nations to be bold and work toward disarmament. By Linda Bordoni At a time when military and arms spending is declining due to the many conflicts gripping the world, Pope Francis on Sunday urged all members of “the…