Vatican
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Pope: Apathy and greed prevent the end of human trafficking
Nov 09, 2016
Indifference, criminal networks and powerful economic interests still pose a challenge to those fighting against human trafficking, Pope Francis said.
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What is a leader, really? A servant, Pope Francis says
Nov 09, 2016
During Mass at the Vatican Tuesday, Pope Francis warned that the desire for power and money is an obstacle which keeps us from God, and that true freedom can only be found when we serve others.
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Vatican event supports people with rare and neglected diseases
Nov 09, 2016
A Vatican conference this week aims to show solidarity for persons affected by rare diseases and highlight the plight of poor and vulnerable populations afflicted by neglected diseases, many of whom live in the most remote rural areas of the world.
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Reported Bishop ordinations in China not authorized by Holy See
Nov 08, 2016
A statement made by the Vatican on Monday declared that unverified reports of bishop ordinations taking place within the so-called “underground Church” in China had neither the authorization of the Holy See, nor had they been officially communicated.
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Pope Francis lauds women religious in fight against trafficking
Nov 08, 2016
Pope Francis met in Rome with a unique group involved in the fight against human trafficking, where he noted the particular contributions of women religious, which often go unnoticed.
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Holy doors of Papal Basilicas to close Sunday
Nov 08, 2016
ohn Lateran, Maria Maggiore, Paul Outside the Walls Will Have Rite of Closure One Week Before Feast of Christ the King
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Put people above profits,’ Pope tells grassroot organsations
Nov 08, 2016
The Pope told charities to guard against corruption, greed and extravagance
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Vatican denounces Chinese priest’s unauthorised ordination as Bishop
Nov 08, 2016
Fr Dong Guanhua offered to ordain others without the Pope's mandate
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Pope makes complete overhaul of Vatican liturgical congregation
Nov 08, 2016
Pope Francis has issued a crystal clear sign that he is not in favour of any so-called “reform of the reform” when it comes to the Church’s liturgy.
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Archbishop Joseph Tobin named as head of Newark diocese
Nov 07, 2016
The Vatican announced Monday that recently nominated Cardinal-elect Archbishop Joseph William Tobin of Indianapolis will soon be taking over as the new head of the Newark, N.J. Archdiocese.
Sunday Reflection
The power of love
Reflecting on our Sunday Readings with Fr Joseph Lubula