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Founder of Consolata Missionaries among Blesseds with Zeal for Mission Work to Be Canonized During Planned Consistory
The Holy See said Pope Francis “has decided to convene a consistory, which will also concern the canonization” of four Blesseds.
“One of the most terrible scourges of our time”: Pope Francis Lambasts Scourge of Human Trafficking
Pope Francis today urged the abolition of human trafficking, “one of the most terrible scourges of our time” that disrespects and disregards human dignity.
Carlo Acutis to Be First Millennial Saint: Pope Francis Recognizes Miracle for Canonization
The Italian computer-coding teenager who died of cancer in 2006 is known for his great devotion to the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.
Vatican Cardinal Meets with Coptic Church Leader Over Same-sex Blessing Rift
Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, who heads the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, met with the leader of the Coptic Orthodox Church on May 22.
Humility "the source of peace in the world and in the Church": Pope Francis
“Humility is everything. It is what saves us from the evil one,” the pope said.
Pope Expresses "spiritual closeness" to Iran after Death of President in Helicopter Crash
In a telegram, the Holy Father sent “condolences upon the deaths of President Ebrahim Raisi, Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, and all who perished.”
Pope Francis to Travel to Luxembourg and Belgium in September
The pope will make a one-day stopover in Luxembourg on Sept. 26 before visiting the Catholic universities of Leuven and Louvain-la-Neuve Sept. 26–29.
Member of the Council of Cardinals Urges Caution, Dialogue on Women’s Ordination
The cardinal said the prohibition against ordaining women was “not an infallible doctrinal decision” and could be changed over time with arguments.
Holy Spirit’s “work in us is powerful”, But Also Gentle, “welcoming to all”: Pope Francis on Pentecost
Speaking in St. Peter’s Basilica, the pope explained that the Holy Spirit’s “work in us is powerful, as symbolized by the signs of wind and fire.”
Everything You Need to Know about Pentecost
This weekend, the Church celebrates Pentecost, one of the most important feast days of the year, which concludes the Easter season.
New Norms on Alleged Marian Apparitions, Other Religious Phenomena Give Vatican Greater Say
The Vatican’s doctrinal office is centralizing its authority over the investigation of alleged Marian apparitions and other religious phenomena under new norms.
Vatican’s New Apparitions Guidelines Stress "caution" in Discernment Process: Official
“The Church has stated that the faithful are never forced to believe in this phenomenon. They are never obliged. There’s no obligation,” Fernández said.
Love, Charity “culmination” of Theological Virtues: Pope Francis at Wednesday General Audience
Pointing to the Sermon on the Mount and repeating twice “love your enemy,” the pope noted that this teaching “embraces what is not lovable; it offers forgiveness.”
Do Not Abandon Grandparents and Elderly; Remain Close to Them: Pope Francis
The Vatican released the message ahead of the fourth World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, which takes place on July 28 this year.
What Has the Vatican Already Said about Discerning Marian Apparitions?
Officials from the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith discussed problems that could come up in examining apparitions in November 1974.
Vatican Hosts Discussions on Climate Change, Offers Resources as Ocean Temperatures Hit Record High
The Laudato Si’ Action Platform provides resources for the Church to achieve real and lasting solutions to environmental problems.
How to Obtain a Plenary Indulgence During the Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee Year
The decree provides Catholics with the opportunity to gain indulgences by making pilgrimages, prayerfully visiting churches, or practicing works of mercy.
"Let us also pray for mothers who have gone to heaven": Pope Francis on Mother’s Day
On Mother’s Day, Pope Francis entrusted all mothers to the Blessed Virgin Mary, asking everyone to remember to also pray for all the mothers who have gone to heaven.
Vatican Opens Photographic Exhibition on Effects of Climate Change
A photographic exhibition titled “Changes” opened this week in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, showcasing the effects of climate change and the creative work of God.
In Papal Bull Titled “Hope Does Not Disappoint”, Pope Francis Announces How, When Church’s 2025 Jubilee Will Begin
The papal bull declares that the Jubilee will officially begin with the opening of the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica on Christmas Eve 2024.
