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Pope Francis calls 100 days of war in Ukraine ‘negation of God’s dream’
During his Regina Coeli address, the pope urged world leaders to unite against war and work toward solutions. Read more
Boy asks Pope Francis: 'Can you come to Ukraine to save all the children?'
The poignant exchange came during the pope's meeting with 160 schoolchildren on June 4. Read more
Pentecost 2022: Full text of Pope Francis’ homily
The full text of Pope Francis' homily for Pentecost 2022 Read more
On Pentecost, Pope Francis explained how to recognize the Holy Spirit’s voice
The pope delivered his homily from a wheelchair in front of the main altar of St. Peter’s Basilica. Read more
Pope Francis to Oriental Orthodox priests: ‘Unity does not come about by standing still’
Pope Francis met with a delegation of priests and monks from Oriental Orthodox Churches. Read more
Bishop in Mongolia will be the youngest cardinal
An Italian who has served as a missionary in Mongolia for nearly 20 years will soon become the world’s youngest... Read more
Pope Francis announces his prayer intention for June 2022
The choice is fitting, since families from around the world will gather in Rome later this month for the World... Read more
Pope Francis appoints Bishop Barron to lead Minnesota diocese
Barron, who runs the Catholic media apostolate Word on Fire, has served as an auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of... Read more
US embassy to Vatican again flies Pride Flag as Biden administration backs 'LGBTQIA+' advocacy
The U.S. Embassy to the Holy See has again flown a Pride Flag, as President Joe Biden reiterated his commitment... Read more
Pope Francis: Guarding ‘dead traditions’ is dangerous for the Church’s life
The pope was speaking to participants in an international conference on education. Read more
With Cardinal Sodano’s death, an era has come to a close
At his peak, the Italian cardinal was arguably the Vatican’s most influential personality. Read more
Vatican finance trial highlights pressure to finalize London deal
Two hearings this week turned the spotlight on the purchase of a luxury London property. Read more
Pope Francis: Bring the love of Jesus’ Sacred Heart ‘to the ends of the earth’
The month of June is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Read more
Pope Francis: Old age is a time to rediscover trust in the Lord
The pope was speaking at the general audience in St. Peter’s Square. Read more
Pope Francis names Cardinal Cupich a member of Vatican Congregation for Divine Worship
In 2021, the Chicago archbishop welcomed the publication of Traditionis custodes. Read more
Pope Francis: Do not use wheat as a ‘weapon of war’ in Ukraine
‘Please do not use wheat, a staple food, as a weapon of war,’ he urged at the general audience. Read more
Vatican unveils schedule for the 2022 World Meeting of Families in June
The 10th World Meeting of Families will be held in Rome on June 22-26. Read more
Kazakhstan looks forward to papal visit in September as it marks 30 years of diplomatic relations with Vatican
The pope has decided to attend the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions in Nur-Sultan. Read more
Pope Francis attends funeral of Cardinal Sodano
The influential former Vatican Secretary of State died on May 27 at the age of 94. Read more
Vatican offers plenary indulgence for visiting the elderly on Grandparents’ Day
The 2nd World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will take place on July 24. Read more
