Vatican

Love, protect and listen to them

Feb 14, 2025

Pope Francis has reiterated his passionate plea for the protection of children suffering from conflict, poverty, migration, and a “throwaway culture,” including abortion and neglect, stressing the urgent need to listen to their voices.
Pope to publish document on children’s rights

Feb 14, 2025

Wrapping up a Vatican summit on the rights of children, Pope Francis announced he was going to publish a papal document dedicated to children.
Archbishop Broglio expresses US Bishops' 'deep gratitude' for Pope's letter

Feb 14, 2025

Following Pope Francis' letter to US Bishops regarding their support for migrants, Archbishop Timothy Broglio, President of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, thanks the Holy Father for his encouragement to continue their pastoral work for those most in need.
Pope Francis' liturgical celebrations for March and April

Feb 13, 2025

The Vatican has released the calendar for Pope Francis' upcoming liturgical celebrations, which includes Masses for Ash Wednesday and Jubilees, along with the Roman Curia's annual spiritual exercises.
Vatican Astronomer releases ‘A Jesuit’s Guide to the Stars’

Feb 13, 2025

The latest book from the director of the Vatican Observatory combines personal reflection with a detailed history of Jesuit engagement with astronomy.
Jubilee of Artists set to begin in Vatican

Feb 13, 2025

The imminent Jubilee of Artists is set to take place in the Vatican and is expected to feature a special Jubilee Mass presided over by Pope Francis, who is also scheduled to visit Rome's iconic movie studio's 'Cinecitta,' marking the first-ever papal visit to the studios.
Pope Francis appoints three new Bishops to U.S. Dioceses

Feb 13, 2025

The Vatican on February 12, Wednesday announced that Pope Francis had appointed three new bishops to dioceses in the United States.
Pope at Audience: The humble and poor bear witness to Jesus’ birth

Feb 12, 2025

Continuing his catechetical series on “Jesus our Hope” at the weekly General Audience, Pope Francis reflects on the birth of Jesus in a stable in Bethlehem, saying it opens our hearts to wonder and joyful proclamation.
Pope asks Catholics to pray every day for peace

Feb 12, 2025

At the General Audience, Pope Francis reiterates his constant appeal for peace. “Pray for peace, do penance for peace," he urges.
Pope Francis supports U.S. Bishops in migrant advocacy

Feb 12, 2025

Pope Francis addresses a letter to the bishops of the United States, expressing his support for their efforts to protect the rights and dignity of migrants.