Pope moves laywoman and 5 others closer to sainthood
Pope Francis approves decrees moving six people closer to sainthood, with the new Venerables hailing from Italy and Spain, including a laywoman, a religious sister and four priests.
Pope Francis says the Catholic Church is ‘more alive’ outside of Europe
Pope Francis on Wednesday said the Catholic Church is “more alive” outside of Europe as he reflected back on his recent apostolic journey...
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 on World Water Day: ‘Do not waste or pollute’
Marking World Water Day, Pope Francis sends a message calling for an urgent change of lifestyle so as not to waste or pollute water, and ensure that this basic human right is made accessible to all.
Pope in Bahrain: Bring waters of fraternity to desert of human coexistence
After a courtesy visit to the King of Bahrain in the Sakhir Royal Palace, Pope Francis addresses authorities, members of civil society, and...
Pope’s March prayer intention: For victims of abuse
In his prayer intention for March 2023, Pope Francis prays for victims of abuse, and says the Church must serve as a model of safeguarding...