Tag: Vatican News
Doctrinal declaration opens possibility of blessing couples in irregular situations
When two people request a blessing, even if their situation as a couple is “irregular,” it will be possible for the ordained minister to...
Pope celebrates 87th birthday, asks Christians to celebrate Jesus’ birth
As well-wishes pour in for his birthday, Pope Francis encourages Christians to prepare our hearts to celebrate the birth of Jesus at...
Pope approves decrees for new Blesseds, including six martyrs
In an audience granted to the prefect of the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, Pope Francis authorizes the promulgation of decrees of...
In World Peace Day message, Pope warns of risks of AI for peace
In his message for the 57th World Day of Peace, Pope Francis reflects on the impact of Artificial Intelligence on world peace, and urges...
Preparing for Synod 2024: Towards a synodal and missionary Church
Cardinals Grech and Hollerich write to bishops across the world explaining the next stages of the synodal process in view of next year's...
Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith responds to questions about cremation
Cardinal Matteo Zuppi asks whether it is possible to keep the ashes of the deceased in common places similar to ossuaries and whether it...