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Month: March 2025

Pope’s Recovery Progresses As Vatican Appoints New Librarian, Polish President Visits

Pope Francis is gradually recovering from bilateral pneumonia at Casa Santa Marta, while Cardinal Parolin met with Polish President Duda on Friday.

‘This Is Life-Changing’: Missionaries Of Mercy Gather In Rome For Jubilee Of Hope

Around 500 priests instituted as Missionaries of Mercy gathered in Rome March 28–30 to take part in events for a special jubilee dedicated to their role, part of the wider 2025 Jubilee of Hope.

Pope Francis Prays for Myanmar, Thailand After Deadly Earthquake

Pope Francis sent his condolences to Church and civil authorities in Myanmar and Thailand after a powerful earthquake killed more than 150 people and caused widespread devastation in the region.

Missionaries Of Mercy Gather In Rome As Pope Francis Praises Their ‘Ministry Of Forgiveness’

As hundreds of Missionaries of Mercy gathered in Rome this weekend, Pope Francis commended their distinctive ministry of forgiveness and reconciliation that continues to flourish worldwide.

Pope Francis In Sunday Angelus: Jesus Heals Our Wounds So We Can Love Others

Pope Francis on Sunday encouraged Christians to continue their Lenten journey as a time of healing and faith in Jesus Christ.

Jubilee Of Hope: Missionaries Of Mercy Priests Celebrate Mass In Rome

The Holy Mass for the Jubilee of Priests instituted as Missionaries of Mercy was celebrated on Sunday at the Basilica of Sant'Andrea della Valle in Rome.

Archbishop Credits Cardinal Pell’s Intercession For Miraculous Survival Of Arizona Toddler

Archbishop Anthony Fisher of Sydney this week credited the apparently miraculous survival of an Arizona toddler to the intercession of Cardinal George Pell.

Turkey: The Birthplace of Christian Doctrine – Tracing the First Seven Ecumenical Councils

Turkey gets 50M visitors yearly, yet few recall its Christian past. Just 0.2% are baptized, but traces remain—four key Ecumenical Councils were held in Istanbul, once Constantinople.

Surviving the Andes: Gustavo Zerbino on Faith, Hope, and the Power of Prayer

On Oct. 13, 1972, a Uruguayan plane crashed in the Andes. Stranded in -22°F with no food, survivors ate the dead. Only 16 lived, honoring those who never came home.

Untold Stories of St. John Paul II: The Pope Who Defied Fear and Changed History

It has been exactly twenty years since the world held its breath and Pope Saint John Paul II returned to the House of the Father.

Living Longer, Living Better: The Vatican’s Vision for Longevity and Health

At the Holy See Press Office, a press conference set the stage for a transformative dialogue on global health and longevity.

Messages of Hope: The Handwritten Letters Sent to Pope Francis

Pope Francis returned home to the Vatican on Sunday and has been prescribed a two-month resting period at Santa Marta. During his stay at Gemelli, he was receiving postal messages of love and support from all around the world.

Vaticano Updates: New Vatican Pro-Life Guidelines, Pope Francis’ Actions, and More

Catch up on this week's top Vatican stories, including new pro-life guidelines, Pope Francis' appeal to protect children, King Charles' postponed visit, and a call to defend Christians in the Holy Land.

Young Adults’ Eucharistic Devotion The Inspiration Behind ‘24 Hours For The Lord’ Event

Now in its 12th year, the Church’s “24 Hours for the Lord” Lenten initiative is believed to have been inspired by the Eucharistic devotion of a group of young Catholics in Rome.

PHOTOS: Mother Angelica’s Life, Legacy Celebrated In Rome’s Church Of Santo Spirito In Sassia

A special memorial Mass was held for Mother Angelica, the foundress of EWTN, in Rome on Thursday to commemorate her life, legacy, and unwavering faith in God.

Italian Prosecutors Investigate Illegal Sale Of Apparent Carlo Acutis Relics Online

Italian prosecutors are investigating the illegal online sale of alleged relics of Blessed Carlo Acutis, who will be declared the first millennial saint next month.

Vatican Publishes Holy Week Schedule Without Clarifying Whether Pope Francis Will Preside

The Vatican has published the official calendar of liturgical celebrations planned for Holy Week, but it has not clarified whether Pope Francis will preside.

Pope Francis’ Pandemic Prayer 5 Years Later: ‘Why Are You Afraid? Have You No Faith?’

Pope Francis’ historic “Statio Orbis” blessing during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic remains relevant for the Church as it did five years ago.

Mother Angelica’s Work Still Brings Inspiration — And Conversion — 9 Years After Her Death

The foundress of EWTN, Mother Mary Angelica of the Annunciation, died nine years ago, but her legacy lives on in the spiritual renewals that have resulted from the fruits of her work.

Jesuits Extend Reparations Offer To Victims Of Alleged Rupnik Abuse

The Society of Jesus is offering reparations to about 20 women who say they were sexually, psychologically, and spiritually abused by the disgraced ex-Jesuit artist Father Marko Rupnik.

Pope Francis: God Desires To Offer His Love And Mercy To Those At The ‘Crossroads’ Of Life

Pope Francis on Wednesday highlighted the transformative power of God’s merciful love for those who encounter him at the crossroads of life.

Pope Francis: When You Protect Children From Abuse ‘You Serve And Honor Christ’

Pope Francis urged the Vatican’s commission on abuse prevention to “keep watch while the world sleeps” and listen “with the ear of the heart,” calling prevention a foundation for Gospel-faithful communities.

Vatican Releases New Guidelines On Human Dignity, ‘Urgent’ Need To Form Consciences

The Vatican on Tuesday launched new pastoral care guidelines for the protection and promotion of human life to mark the 30th anniversary of St. John Paul II’s encyclical letter Evangelium Vitae.

Pope Francis’ Doctor: ‘We Really Thought We Wouldn’t Make It’

Dr. Sergio Alfieri, who led Pope Francis' medical team during his 38-day stay at Gemelli Hospital, revealed that a critical moment came when they had to choose between continuing treatment or letting him die.

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