Vatican sends greeting for Hindu feast of Deepavali
The Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue sends a message to all Hindus on the occasion of Deepavali, also known as the Festival of Lights
Pope to pray for victims of war and violence on All Souls Day
Pope Francis says the festivity on 2 November is an occasion to pray, in a special way, for all victims of war and violence.
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.
St. Peter’s Square hosts cardiology mobile clinic for poor
The Office of Papal Charities and Rome's San Carlo di Nancy Hospital team up to offer the poor cardiological checkups in St. Peter's Square.
Pope to missionaries: thank you for your witness at a high price
On the Sunday on which the Church celebrates World Mission Sunday, Pope Francis addressed his thanks to those who spend their lives bearing witness to the Gospel.
Australian Church concerned over suicide rate of Aboriginal children
Catholic Social Services Australia (CSSA) has described findings in a recent report detailing suicide deaths in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children as a national disgrace.