Vatican News
By recalling the value of certain ethical principles, we commit no violation of the laicism of the State Pope says to Italian Bishops
Pope Benedict received this morning the participants in the 56th general assembly of the Italian Episcopal Conference, inviting them to... Read more
Pope Benedict calls for peace and religious freedom addressing new ambassadors
Benedict XVI today received the Letters of Credence of five new ambassadors to the Holy See, encouraging them to strive... Read more
Vatican recognizes ‘painful situation’ for Christians in Middle East, Turkey
The Vatican must move ahead with economic and diplomatic initiatives to support Christians in Muslim-majority countries, said the Holy See... Read more
Peter invites us to "great adventure" of following Christ says Pope
This morning, Pope Benedict XVI held his general Audience, in which he recalled Peter’s spiritual journey, and describing him as ... Read more
Pope Benedict asks for prayers for forthcoming trip to Poland.
During today's general audience, held in St. Peter's Square, the Pope addressed some words to Polish pilgrims, expressing joy over... Read more
Vatican denies alleged “scandal” of official and announces it will take legal action
The Press office of the Vatican released a strong message this Sunday Morning, strongly denying charges of a scandal, in... Read more
Benedict XVI recalls miraculous saving of Pope John Paul II in assassination attempt
During the Sunday Angelus he presided over this morning, Pope Benedict recalled today the apparitions in Fatima and the prophecy... Read more
Believers are called to open their arms and hearts to everyone, whatever their country of origin, says Pope
“Christians must particularly open their hearts to the lowliest and the poorest, in whom Christ Himself is especially present,” Pope... Read more
Hong Kong cardinal chides: Chinese government has no right to ordain bishops
The Bishop of Hong Kong, Cardinal Joseph Zen, reminded the Chinese government his week that it has no real authority... Read more
Vatican prepares for anniversaries of first Fatima appearance, JPII assassination attempt on Saturday
Officials at the Vatican are preparing to recognize two major anniversaries tomorrow. May 13th marks both the 89th anniversary of... Read more
Pope stresses concerns in meeting with Venezuelan president
In a day marked by strong words, Pope Benedict XVI met today with Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez, to whom he... Read more
Pope Benedict stresses importance of marriage as a great ‘good for society’
Experts and students in the field of marriage and family study from around the world are meeting in Rome this... Read more
Pope Benedict chides Canadian Bishops: rediscover centrality of the Eucharist
In a meeting earlier today with a group of prelates from the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, Pope Benedict XVI... Read more
Pope Benedict: Faithful episcopal succession is guarantee that authentic teaching of apostles carries through history
Speaking to a crowd of some 50,000 pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Benedict XVI used his General Audience... Read more
Pope Benedict mourns Italian soldiers killed in Afghanistan
Pope Benedict XVI’s own words of condolence were read at the beginning of a funeral Mass, held this morning, during... Read more
Italian, Dutch religious sisters to be beatified over weekend
The Vatican’s Office of Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff has announced that two religious sisters will be beatified on... Read more
Pope commends Swiss Guard who, for 500 years, have given their lives for the Church
As the Pontifical Swiss Guard--the longest standing army in the world--continues to celebrate 500 years of service to the Pope... Read more
To live as a priest is to live for Christ, others, Pope tells newly ordained
The Catholic Church celebrated the 43rd annual World Day of Vocations on Sunday. At the Vatican, Pope Benedict XVI marked... Read more
Despite shortage in some areas, priestly mission is irreplaceable, says Pope Benedict
During Pope Benedict XVI’s Regina Coeli prayer on Sunday, he stressed the continued need for priestly vocations throughout the world,... Read more
Pope Benedict thanks Swiss Guard for 500 years of ‘priceless’ service
Following a 720 kilometer trek from Switzerland to Rome, Pope Benedict XVI thanked members of the Swiss Guard who had... Read more
