Vatican modifies distribution of ashes for Ash Wednesday
The Congregation for Divine Worship releases a note laying out the procedures priests around the world are to follow for the distribution of ashes at the start of Lent.
A look at Vatican City’s new artificial intelligence law
The Vatican City State’s first decree regulating the use of artificial intelligence quietly came into effect this month prohibiting...
Pope announces 2 March as day of prayer and fasting for Ukraine
Pope Francis says his heart aches over the situation in Ukraine and announces a “Day of Fasting for Peace” on Ash Wednesday.
Pope appeals for a renewal of our relationship with Creation
Pope Francis' message for the 2023 World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation is released focusing on the theme, “Let Justice and Peace Flow”, inspired by the words of the prophet Amos
Covid-19: Churches around the world fight to prevent the spread of the coronavirus
Religious leaders around the world adhere to government plans to contain the spread of the Covid-19 coronavirus. Many churches have been forced to suspend public Masses and are moving liturgical celebrations online.
Minnesota archbishop calls on Holy Spirit amid civil unrest, pandemic
Calling on faith in the Holy Spirit's presence amid civil unrest and a global pandemic, Archbishop Bernard A. Hebda of St. Paul and Minneapolis celebrated Pentecost May 31 at the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul.