Vatican News
"Apostolorum Successores": New directory for Bishops
The Congregation for Bishops has just published "Apostolorum successores," A Directory for the Pastoral Ministry of Bishops, in answer to... Read more
Four new appointed Bishops for United States
The Holy Father appointed Bishop Robert Joseph McManus, auxiliary of the diocese of Providence, as bishop of Worcester, Msgr. Robert... Read more
New translations, more sales for Pope’s book of poems
Pope John Paul II’s most recent book of poetry has sold more than 600,000 copies and will soon be released... Read more
John Paul II to youth: Only Jesus gives full meaning to your life
In his Message for the 19th World Youth Day, published today, Pope John Paul II reminds young people that “only... Read more
Lent a time for solidarity with children, Pope says
Pope John Paul II called on Catholics to transform Lent into a “a generous match of solidarity towards” the children. Read more
Pope encourages diplomacy and humanitarian aid for Haiti
Pope John Paul II called the international community to work on behalf of Haiti, shortly after former President Jean Bertrand... Read more
Holy Father asks prayers for indigenous populations and Africa
The Holy See announced Pope John Paul II’s general prayer intention for March, which is devoted to indigenous populations. Read more
Christian values not politics bond Europe, the Pope says
Pope John Paul II said today that it is not economic or political interests, or alliances of convenience, that forge... Read more
John Paul II mourns President of Macedonia
The Holy Father sent a telegram of condolence to the authorities of Macedonia upon the death of Boris Trajkovski, President... Read more
Pope calls on Bosnia-Herzegovina to resolve problems of local populations
Pope John Paul II called on Bosnians this morning to take up “the path of peace and justice,” and create... Read more
John Paul II recalls centrality of families in the Church
Pope John Paul II stressed today that “recognizing the centrality of the family in God’s plan for man and therefore,... Read more
Pope calls Christians to asceticism during Lent
Pope John Paul II began Lent this morning calling on Catholics to live this season as “a journey of prayer,... Read more
Holy See gives details of publication on sexual abuse
The Vatican Information Service (VIS) announced today the publication of a volume produced by the Pontifical Academy for Life containing... Read more
Pope mourns victims of earthquake in Morocco
Cardinal Angelo Sodano, Vatican Secretary of State, sent a telegram of condolences on behalf of Pope John Paul II, to... Read more
John Paul II three weeks away from third longest pontificate in history
The pontificate of John Paul II is approaching a new record. On March 17 it will become the third longest... Read more
Pope hopes that Catholic Church will enjoy full freedom in Mexico
Pope John Paul II said this morning that “it is to be hoped that the Church in Mexico will be... Read more
Holy See proposes treatment by experts to prevent sexual misconduct by priests
The Pontifical Academy for Life published yesterday a report containing the reflections of a study group convened by the Holy... Read more
Holy See announces busy papal schedule for coming weeks
The Office of Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff published today the calendar of celebrations that are scheduled to be... Read more
Pope calls to renew commitment on conversion to Christ
Pope John Paul II called the faithful to intensify their “commitment of conversion to Christ” as the Church prepares to... Read more
Pope defends the family, protects the dignity of human reproduction
The issues surrounding human reproduction involve essential values that apply to all human beings, said the Pope in a message... Read more
