The number of priests in Asia and Africa has increased in five years
In the past five years, the number of priests in Asia and Africa has increased, but their number worldwide has decreased, albeit by very little, this according to the Annuarium Statisticum Ecclesiae (Statistical Yearbook of the Church).
Pope sets special day to honour, study, share the Bible
The newly established "Sunday of the Word of God" is an invitation to Catholics across the world to deepen their appreciation, love and faithful witness to God and his word, Pope Francis said.
Tribute to Sister Therese Harry SSFS (3 Nov 1930–1 Dec 2023)
On 26 December 1955, at age 25 she entered the Sisterhood, then known as the Little Sisters of St Francis of Sarawak.
Pope prays escalation might be averted in Ukraine, remembers Istanbul victims
At the conclusion of the General Audience, Pope Francis offers his prayers so that desire for peace in Ukraine will prevail over any...
Tribute to Sr Emily Martina Ubong Mapit, SSFS
In her letter to the Mother General dated 19 November 1961 for admission to the Congregation then known as the Little Sisters of St...
Pope Francis announces he will write Apostolic Exhortation dedicated to children
February 3, 2025 was a day dedicated to children. The Vatican held its first-ever International Summit on Children’s Rights in the...