Articles by Almudena Martínez-Bordiú
Consecrated women of Regnum Christi on the rebound despite ‘deep wound’ from founder
Mar 24, 2025 / 10:45 amThe confirmation of the double life of the founder of the Legionaries of Christ marked a turning point for priests, consecrated men and women, and laypeople in Regnum Christi.
Dome of St. Peter’s will debut new lighting for Easter
Mar 20, 2025 / 17:05 pmAccording to Vatican News, the new state-of-the-art lighting will ensure more intense and well-distributed light that “will further enhance the dome.”
Dancers dedicate tango to Pope Francis at Gemelli Hospital
Mar 17, 2025 / 21:00 pmTango enthusiasts, the emblematic dance of Pope Francis’ homeland, gathered in front of Gemelli Hospital on Sunday to express their support and closeness to the Holy Father.
Prison is where ‘I learned to be a priest,’ chaplain says after 23 years of service
Mar 11, 2025 / 07:00 amFather Raffaele Grimaldi said the Holy Father knows “that those who have made mistakes need us to give them a hand so that they can get back on track.”
What does the Swiss Guard do while Pope Francis is in the hospital?
Mar 10, 2025 / 15:45 pmThe mission of the Swiss Guard, the oldest military corps in the world, is to ensure the security of the pope and protect the cardinals when the chair of Peter is vacant.
Vatican clarifies that writings of Maria Valtorta are ‘not of supernatural origin’
Mar 6, 2025 / 14:35 pmThe author, who remained bedridden for more than 30 years following an incident, claimed to have received visions and revelations from Jesus and the Virgin Mary.
EU bishops call for unity and solidarity with Ukraine amid geopolitical uncertainty
Mar 4, 2025 / 16:30 pmThe European Catholic bishops stated that “Ukraine’s struggle for peace will also be decisive for the fate of Europe and the world.”
Jubilee pilgrims adding visit to Gemelli Hospital to pray for Pope Francis
Mar 3, 2025 / 15:45 pmJust outside the hospital, hundreds of the faithful with their own stories stop to pray every day at the feet of the statue of St. John Paul II at Gemelli Hospital.
Original statue of Our Lady of Fátima headed to Rome for Jubilee of Marian Spirituality
Mar 1, 2025 / 07:00 amOn the occasion of the Jubilee of Marian Spirituality, scheduled for Oct. 11–12, the original statue of Our Lady of Fátima will be taken to Rome.
A ‘father of Europe’ is one step closer to beatification
Feb 28, 2025 / 15:30 pmServant of God Alcide De Gasperi was one of the promoters of the project for a united Europe, inspired by the values of Christian humanism.
Trinitarian Order quietly helping persecuted Christians for 800 years
Feb 28, 2025 / 06:00 amThe Trinitarian Order comes to the aid of persecuted Christians in Syria, Nigeria, and northern India, among other places.
First Venezuelan saint: Pope Francis approves canonization of Dr. José Gregorio Hernández
Feb 25, 2025 / 16:50 pmThe sainthood cause of Venezuelan Dr. José Gregorio Hernández has been approved by Pope Francis.
Archbishop Paglia denounces alarmism, ‘morbid atmosphere’ surrounding pope’s health
Feb 20, 2025 / 14:30 pmArchbishop Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Academy for Life, pointed out that concern for the Holy Father’s health “must be kept within limits.”
Cardinal Parolin: Europe must rediscover itself to face major challenges
Feb 18, 2025 / 16:45 pmCardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state, said that Europe must “rediscover itself” in order to be able to face the “major challenges” of culture, commerce, and migration.
Vatican to host its first Summit on Longevity in March
Feb 12, 2025 / 07:00 amThe summit will take place in the context of the 2025 Jubilee in a meeting that will bring together scientists, Nobel laureates, and world leaders.
Summer school at Vatican Observatory offers unique opportunity for young scientists
Jan 31, 2025 / 07:00 amThe Vatican Observatory’s summer school, known as “Specola,” has already selected students for its next edition in June.
Poll: Pope Francis is Italy’s most trusted public figure
Jan 24, 2025 / 16:05 pmMore than 3,000 Italians participated in the survey carried out in January, expressing their opinion on the challenges facing the Church and their assessment of the pope.
The Philippines’ newest cardinal shares his conclave criteria
Jan 22, 2025 / 06:00 amMeet Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines and vice president of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences.
Pope Francis emphasizes ‘ecumenical vocation’ of all Christians
Jan 21, 2025 / 14:15 pmPope Francis met with Finnish representatives of various Christian denominations who have made a pilgrimage to Rome on the occasion of the feast of St. Henry.
1,600 of Rome’s poor attend ‘Bernadette of Lourdes’ premiere
Jan 16, 2025 / 15:45 pmA musical that tells the story of St. Bernadette, visionary of Our Lady of Lourdes, made its debut in Rome on Jan. 14.