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Pope Francis, international Leaders Discuss Children’s Rights at Vatican
The pontiff opened the two-day summit on Feb. 3 with a reflection on the many ways children are oppressed today, including living through war and poverty.
Love and Light: Pope Francis Reflects on Christ’s Presentation
Pope Francis, reflecting on the Presentation of the Lord in the Temple, says it serves as a reminder that Jesus is salvation for all peoples and our light.
Pope Francis Calls Consecrated Religious to be "bearers of light" amid Modern Challenges
The World Day for Consecrated Life, celebrated annually on Feb. 2, takes on special significance this year as the Church looks to a Jubilee of Consecrated Life.
Pope Francis Tells Ukrainian Youth to be Patriots, Pursue Peace Through Dialogue
In a virtual meeting, Pope Francis urged young Ukrainians to maintain hope and continue dialogue despite the ravages of war.
At Vatican Marriage Tribunal, Pope Francis Extols "gift of indissolubility" of Marriage
The pontiff addressed the topic of marriage’s indissolubility, or permanence, in a meeting with members of the Roman Rota, one of three courts of the Holy See, on Jan. 31.
Summer School at Vatican Observatory Offers Unique Opportunity for Young Scientists
The Vatican Observatory’s summer school, known as “Specola,” has already selected students for its next edition in June.
Ask for the Grace "to listen more than we speak": Pope Francis at Wednesday Audience
Reflecting on the Gospel of St. Matthew, the Holy Father said people can learn from the righteous St. Joseph, who was always attentive to the will of God.
New Vatican Document Says AI Should Lead to "a renewed appreciation of all that is human"
The document establishes a Christian framework for understanding human intelligence as a gift from God, emphasizing humanity’s relational nature.
Editor of Pope Francis’ Autobiography: "He gave absolute freedom, without red lines"
“Hope is the mainstay that undergirds Pope Francis’ entire life,” said Carlo Musso, the Italian editor of Pope Francis’ autobiographical work “Hope.”
Pope Francis Says He’s More Concerned About Human Intelligence than AI
Speaking to Church communications professionals the pope emphasized the need for a human-centered approach to communication.
Suffering becomes "occasion for transformative encounter" with God: Pope Francis
Pope Francis also addressed all those “who are ill or who care for the suffering,” telling them: “Your journey together is a sign for everyone.”
"God’s Word walks with us": Pope Francis Presides Over Sunday of the Word of God amid 2025 Jubilee Events at Vatican
“The Word of God is alive: Through the centuries it walks with us and, by the power of the Holy Spirit, it is at work in history,” Pope Francis said.
Vatican’s Blessing Guidelines: Global Responses to Fiducia Supplicans a Year Later
One year ago, Pope Francis met with participants of the plenary session of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith following the release of Fiducia Supplicans.
At Vatican Jubilee, Pope Francis Skips Prepared Text for Heart-to-heart with Journalists
The written remarks also warned against what the pope termed “brain rot” caused by constant social media scrolling, calling for greater media literacy.
Pope Sees "providential" Moment as Catholics, Orthodox Hope They Could Celebrate Easter Together in 2025
Pope Francis emphasized that hope is “always possible” in Jesus Christ during an ecumenical vespers service marking both the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Pope Francis Tells Journalists to Build Communion, "give reasons for hope"
“I dream of a communication that does not peddle illusions or fears but is able to give reasons for hope,” the pope said.
Vatican Issues Guide on Richness of Eastern Catholic Churches
The Dicastery for the Eastern Churches has prepared a pastoral guide for the 2025 Jubilee of the Eastern Churches to be celebrated May 12–14.
AI Must Serve Human Dignity, Not Violate It: Pope Francis to World Economic Forum
Pope Francis on Thursday released his message to global leaders attending the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, this week.
Pope Francis Sends Delegation to Syria to Support Reconstruction
“It is the intention of the Holy Father that, in the current situation in Syria, they feel the affection and support of the entire Catholic Church,” the dicastery stated.
Jesus gives us the "grace of not fearing": Pope Francis at General Audience
“The presence of the Lord always gives us this grace of not fearing,” the Holy Father said at his Jan. 22 general audience at the Vatican.
