Vatican CDF says use of anti-Covid vaccines “morally acceptable”
A note from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, which was approved by Pope Francis, gives the green light during the pandemic to the use of vaccines produced with cell lines derived from two fetuses aborted in the 1960s.
Pope appeals for release of 317 schoolgirls kidnapped in Nigeria
Pope Francis joins the Bishops of Nigeria in appealing for the release of 317 schoolgirls who were abducted in northwest Nigeria on Friday.
Philippine diocese launches prayer app for Covid patients
A diocese in the Philippines has launched an application called “E-Pray” that allows people to connect with clergymen for spiritual accompaniment during their Covid-19 isolation.
Rosary marathon to end with prayers that Mary undo ‘knots’ tied by COVID-19
Pope Francis will conclude the Catholic Church’s monthlong rosary marathon with special prayers to Mary, Undoer of Knots, one of his favorite titles for the mother of Jesus.
Report reveals COVID-19’s toll on Catholic priests and religious
The Associated Press suggests that COVID-19 deaths may compound the shortage of Catholic priests.
Pope to lay associations: Be aware of the Apostolic power you have
Pope Francis meets with the moderators of associations of the faithful, ecclesial movements and new communities and urges them to stay out on the existential peripheries.