Pope’s September prayer intention: For abolition of the death penalty
In his prayer intention for September, Pope Francis calls on all people of good will “to mobilize for the abolition of the death penalty...
Pope on Assumption: Mary takes us by the hand, inviting us to rejoice
During Angelus address on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Francis reminds faithful that the Blessed Mother takes each of us by the hand...
From Pius XI to Pope Francis: A history of Spiritual Exercises at the Vatican
For nearly 100 years, popes have set aside time for an annual retreat and meditation on spiritual exercises.
Missionaries in Philippines experience ongoing persecution
The Filipino government continues to arrest missionaries as part of a counter insurgency strategy known as “red tagging,” prompting...
Papua New Guinean children to perform 5-minute concert for Pope Francis
Some 70 children from the Queen of Paradise (QOP) Project are scheduled to perform for Pope Francis during his upcoming visit to Papua New...
Faith leaders urge action for climate justice ahead of COP26
Religious leaders from the five continents have signed a petition, titled “Sacred People, Sacred Heart”, urging a joint response to the climate and COVID-19 crisis.