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Synod on Synodality: Catholic Bishops Launch Regional, Continental Workshops ahead of October Meeting in Rome
Around the world, bishops together with the Catholic faithful of their dioceses are gearing up for the second session of the 2021-2024 Synod on Synodality to take place Oct.2-27 in Vatican City.
Living the Fruits of the Holy Spirit Helps us Spread Holiness: Pope Francis at General Audience
During his general audience in the Vatican, Pope Francis spoke about the Holy Spirit, focusing on the fruits of being anointed with blessed oil in the sacraments of baptism and confirmation.
Pope Francis Pens Preface to U.S. Death Row Chaplain’s Book on Death Penalty
The pope personally penned the introduction to “A Christian on Death Row: My Commitment to Those Condemned” by Dale Recinella.
Pope Francis Reflects with Wonder on "the miracle of the Eucharist"
Pope Francis said Sunday that the Eucharist is a “miracle” in which Jesus nourishes us with his life and satisfies the hunger in our hearts.
Bioethicists Scrutinize Pontifical Academy for Life’s New Guidance on Withdrawing Food, Water
The Pontifical Academy for Life’s new document last month on “artificial nutrition and hydration” has some observers concerned.
Vatican Talks to China in Continued Russia-Ukraine Peace Efforts
The phone conversation was the most recent step in the Vatican’s continued diplomatic efforts to promote lasting peace in the region.
Pope Francis: Mary Goes Before us on the Journey of life
During his Angelus address on the solemnity of the Assumption, Pope Francis reminded Catholics that the Blessed Virgin Mary always “goes before us on the journey.”
Vatican Secretary of State Says Ukraine’s Military Advances into Russia are "worrying"
Cardinal Pietro Parolin is expressing concerns about Ukraine’s recent military advances inside Russian territory, warning the actions could further escalate the war.
Vatican Urges Iran to Avoid "in any way" Escalating Conflict in Middle East
Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican’s secretary of state, spoke on the phone on Monday morning with Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian.
Pope Francis: True faith Opens the Mind and the Heart
“Brothers and sisters, when faith and prayer are true, they open the mind and the heart; they do not close them,” Pope Francis said on Aug. 11.
Pope Francis Conveys "message of hope" to Chinese Catholics, Desire to Visit China
“It seems tautological to send a message of hope to people who are masters of waiting,” Francis said. “The Chinese are masters of patience, masters of waiting.”
Vatican Announces Theme for World Day of Peace 2025
“Forgive Us Our Trespasses, Grant Us Your Peace” is the theme chosen by Pope Francis for the next World Day of Peace.
Pope Francis: ‘All things are possible’ when we invite God into our lives
Francis’ reflections marked his fifth catechesis on the theme “The Spirit and the Bride: The Holy Spirit Guides the People of God toward Jesus Our Hope.”
Vatican Court President Under Investigation for Alleged Complicity with Sicilian Mafia
On July 31, Giuseppe Pignatone was summoned to testify in court in Sicily for alleged complicity and cover-up of the Mafia organization La Cosa Nostra.
Pope Francis Celebrates "Miracle of the Snow" at Basilica of St. Mary Major
A shower of white rose petals fell from the basilica’s ceiling symbolizing the miracle promised by Our Lady.
Pope at Angelus: "Material things do not give fullness to life"
“Material things do not give fullness to life,” Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Sunday. “They are important but they do not fill life. Only love can do that.”
Pope Francis: Reading Literature Can Enrich the Christian Life, Aid in Priestly Formation
Reading, the pope insists, should not be approached with an arduous or rigid “sense of duty,” but rather with a flexibility, openness, and “readiness to learn.”
Pope Francis: What Would Happen if We Prayed More and Complained Less?
Pope Francis invited the faithful to ask the Lord for “the grace to know how to pray for one another.”
Vatican Says Five Holy Doors will be Opened during 2025 Jubilee, Including at a Prison
The Jubilee of Hope will take place from Dec. 24, 2024 — Christmas Eve — to Jan. 6, 2026, the feast of the Epiphany.
This is Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of August
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of August is for political leaders.
