Pope Francis recognizes heroic virtues of 5 women and a priest
Pope Francis approves decrees to promote 3 religious women, 2 laywomen, and 1 Salesian missionary priest along the path toward sainthood.
Holy See: Racism still plagues our societies
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, the Vatican Observer to the UN in New York, addresses the Elimination of Racial Discrimination and says that ongoing racism in our societies can be eradicated by promoting a true culture of encounter.
Pope on World Water Day: No to water wars, abuse and waste
Marking World Water Day Pope Francis reminds us that water is a primary necessity that must never be wasted, abused or serve as grounds for war.
WCC joins appeals for better protecting holy sites in Jerusalem
Following a series of attacks on Christian sites in Jerusalem, including the latest at the Church of Gethsemane, the World Council of Churches joins appeals to protect holy sites.
World Day of Migrants and Refugees to focus on right to stay
The Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development announces the theme of this year’s World Day of Migrants and Refugees focused on the right to choose migration ...
Pope to Buddhists: Religions play crucial role in fostering fraternity
Pope Francis receives a delegation of the United Association of Humanistic Buddhism of Taiwan and highlights the crucial role of religions in fostering fraternity by promoting a culture of encounter.