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Felix Böllmann, director of advocacy at ADF International, characterized the outcome as 'a clear commitment to the rule of law.'…
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The anniversary letter notes that around a third of Australia’s population — 8.2 million people — were born overseas.…
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Holy Father urges mercy and vigilance in Christian life in Aug. 10 Angelus.…
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A British politician has publicly criticized his parish priest for refusing to give him Holy Communion after he voted in favor of the UK’s assisted dying bill.…
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Black smoke rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel at 11:51 am Rome time on Thursday, signaling that the cardinals voting at the conclave have not yet elected a…
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France’s Catholic Church will welcome more than 10,384 adult catechumens at Easter this year, marking a 45% increase from 2024 figures, according to data released by…
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In a message written while still in the hospital, the Pope expressed his ‘gratitude and encouragement’ for their work and reflected on the profound connection between mercy and hope.…
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According to Vatican sources, the Pontiff’s breathing is improving, though his overall condition remains complex. The situation regarding his pneumonia is described as stable. Francis prayed for approximately 20 minutes in the…
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Please keep the Holy Father in your prayers.…
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Though doctors ordered complete rest, the Holy Father prepared a special Angelus message focusing on art’s power to unite humanity and included prayers for regions torn by conflict.…
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The Pope noted how Mary and Joseph were 'deeply moved and astonished' as Simeon identified Jesus through these three significant words: salvation, light, and a sign of contradiction.…
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The celebration on Jan. 25 marked the solemn conclusion of this year’s Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, which the Pope linked to the ongoing Jubilee Year.…
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The Pope pointed to the foundation’s work as exemplary of necessary collaboration within the Church.…
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During his Saturday afternoon visit to the foundation’s headquarters at Palazzo Sciarra Colonna, the Pope met with leadership and blessed a small chapel within the historic building.…
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The Holy Father stressed that effective education requires proximity and engagement.…
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The Pope also delivered a strong warning against gossip in religious communities.…
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Pilgrims from around the world have been passing through the open Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica this week.…
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Pope Francis on Saturday expressed his shock and spiritual closeness.…
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The attack took place shortly after 7 p.m. on Friday when a 50-year-old man from Saudi Arabia drove a black rental car into crowds at a Christmas market in the heart of Magdeburg.…
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The Vatican announced late Saturday that due to inclement weather and cold symptoms, Pope Francis will lead the Sunday Angelus prayer from the chapel of Casa Santa Marta.…
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