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Vatican: rumor of assassination attempt on Pope Francis 'unreliable'
Vatican spokesman Fr. Federico Lombardi told journalists Tuesday that rumors circulating about a possible assassination attempt on Pope Francis during... Read more
Coming soon to the Vatican: haircuts for Rome's homeless
The Vatican’s continued efforts to help the homeless of Rome have expanded beyond showers and bathrooms at St. Peter’s Square,... Read more
Beyond the digital, into the heart: a Vatican take on communication
The Vatican's top communications official said that true interaction requires more than just phones and internet – and that dialogue... Read more
Vatican astronomers unlock the mysteries of the universe…sort of
Vatican astronomer Brother Guy Consolmagno was 30 years old and just starting his career as an astronomer when he faced... Read more
Holy See to UN: Share the riches of outer space
The exploration of outer space can deepen our faith in God and our understanding of the world, and its benefits... Read more
Caritas launches powerful animated short to fight global hunger
Global Catholic relief agency Caritas Internationalis has launched a new video aimed at promoting awareness about the need to help... Read more
Disgraced nuncio does not have immunity, Vatican counters
The Vatican countered media reports that it protected a former nuncio who faces sex abuse charges through diplomatic immunity, saying... Read more
Vatican lauds wide reach of #PAUSEforPeace campaign
In wake of the Vatican’s viral campaign urging faithful worldwide to pause for a moment of silence during the world... Read more
Vatican laicizes former nuncio to Dominican Republic
Following abuse accusations last fall involving the apostolic nuncio to the Dominican Republic, the Vatican has concluded the first part... Read more
Peace in Middle East can flourish again, Pope assures
In an audience with aid organizations assisting Oriental churches, Pope Francis explained that peace is a gift from God, which... Read more
Peace in Middle East can flourish again, Pope assures
In an audience with aid organizations assisting Oriental churches, Pope Francis explained that peace is a gift from God, which... Read more
Franciscans of the Immaculate to receive house in Rome
The Vatican has revealed that a house is being sought for members of the Friars of the Immaculate who study... Read more
Vatican to appoint adviser for Legionaries of Christ
In a statement released by Fr. Federico Lombardi S.J., the Vatican spokesman revealed that the Holy See is to appoint... Read more
Vatican upholds nature, importance of family in UN session
During the 26th Session of the U.N.’s Human Rights Council, Archbishop Silvano Tomasi affirmed that the family nourished by the... Read more
Vatican cricket team to play Church of England in first tour
St. Peter’s Cricket team begins their “Light of Faith Tour” this fall, which includes a warm-up game against a team... Read more
Pope: Fear of the Lord an alarm reminding us of what's right
During his general audience Pope Francis spoke on the Holy Spirit’s gift of Fear of the Lord, saying it does... Read more
Christianity meant to be practiced not imagined, says Pope
Pope Francis centered his daily homily on the Beatitudes, stating that they are Jesus’ practical guide on how to live... Read more
Vatican: prayer with Abbas, Peres opening 'road to peace'
The Vatican has released the details for Sunday’s prayer between Pope Francis and the Israeli and Palestinian presidents, stating that... Read more
Never forget your first love, Pope encourages priests
Pope Francis directed his daily homily today to his brother bishops and priests, telling them to always put love of... Read more
Pope Francis: Jesus intercedes for us with his wounds
In his daily homily Pope Francis reflected on how Jesus advocates for us in heaven, emphasizing that he does this... Read more
