Coronavirus: Pope’s closeness to nuns affected by Covid-19
The Papal Almoner pays a visit to two congregations of nuns in Rome who are in quarantine because some of their members have tested positive to the Covid-19 virus.
Pope marks anniversary of ‘Laudato Si” with call to prayer, action
Commemorating the fifth anniversary of his encyclical on the environment, Pope Francis called on Christians to join in prayer and acts of care for the Earth and for the poor.
Pope Francis prays for victims of Lebanon explosion
At the weekly General Audience, Pope Francis prays for victims of a massive explosion in Beirut on Tuesday, which killed dozens and caused serious destruction.
Pope urges Catholics to pray the rosary amid “looming threats”
Holding his Wednesday General Audience on the feast of the Our Lady of the Rosary, 7 October, the Pope shared his thoughts on the Marian prayer.
International slavery abolition day highlights plight of victims of modern slavery
Every year on 2 December, the International Day for the Abolition of Slavery shines the spotlight on the atrocities of modern slavery that still exist in the world.
Pope Francis to celebrate first International Day of Human Fraternity
The Holy Father will mark the International Day of Human Fraternity in a virtual meeting
on 4 February, the date set by the United Nations General Assembly for this new annual
occasion.