Vatican

Pope ‘deeply saddened’ by New Orleans terrorist attack

Jan 03, 2025

In a message sent to Archbishop Gregory Aymond of New Orleans, Pope Francis expresses his ‘spiritual closeness’ to those affected by the recent terrorist attack in the southern US city.
Pope recalls Cardinal Amato’s “generous service” to the Gospel

Jan 03, 2025

Pope Francis offers condolences on the death of Salesian Cardinal Angelo Amato, recalling the “priestly spirit” and “theological preparation” with which he undertook his work in service to the Gospel and the Church.
Saint Mary Major's Holy Door is open

Jan 02, 2025

The Holy Door of Saint Mary Major has been opened, marking the start of the Jubilee Year 2025, with Cardinal Rolandas Makrickas inviting pilgrims to journey in faith under the maternal guidance of Mary.
Pope calls on world leaders to cancel debt of poorer nations

Jan 02, 2025

After his traditional New Years’ Day Angelus prayer, Pope Francis issues a powerful call to political leaders, urging them to “set a good example by canceling or significantly reducing the debts of the poorest countries.”
Pope Francis invites us to cherish life and entrust 2025 to Mary

Jan 02, 2025

Mary “immerses us once more in the mystery of Christmas” and leads us to Jesus, says Pope Francis, as he celebrates Mass for the Solemnity of the Most Holy Mother of God.
Pope Francis: The hope of a fraternal world is Jesus

Jan 02, 2025

Pope Francis marks the end of 2024 with the Te Deum hymn of thanksgiving at the conclusion of First Vespers for the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God.
Pope at Angelus: Safeguard life to build a civilisation of peace

Jan 02, 2025

During the midday Angelus on the New Year's Day Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, Pope Francis prays that Mary may "teach us to keep the joy of the Gospel in our hearts and bear witness to it in the world."
Pope calls for real commitment to respect human life

Jan 02, 2025

Pope Francis calls for global respect for life in his homily during Mass in St. Peter's Basilica Jan. 1
Pope Francis offers condolences on death of Jimmy Carter

Dec 31, 2024

Pope Francis recalls Jimmy Carter’s “firm commitment, motivated by deep Christian faith, to the cause of reconciliation and peace between peoples, the defense of human rights and the welfare of the poor and those in need” in a telegram of condolence for the death of the former US President.
Pope at Angelus: Families, sit around the table and talk

Dec 30, 2024

On the Feast of the Holy Family, Pope Francis invites families to spend quality time regularly together, and suggests something as simple as sitting together at the dinner table and conversing openly and meaningfully with one another.