On Saturday, Pope Francis addressed pilgrims of the Movement for Life in a statement issued from his hospital room, which Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, delivered during a Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica on March 8.

Exploring one of the most ancient churches on the Vatican Hill. It was first mentioned—and thus already existed—at the time of the pontificate of Pope St. Leo III at the end of the 8th century!

Rome is preparing for the late-April Jubilee of Teenagers, culminating in Carlo Acutis' canonization. Thousands of young pilgrims will arrive, and Fr. Alfredo Tedesco, Rome’s Youth Pastoral Director, is ensuring they feel at home.

Women and life within Vatican City and the Church Universal.

On Friday, February 28, the diocesan phase closed for the beatification of Alcide De Gasperi. The ceremony took place at the Lateran Palace in Rome, marking a crucial step in the process of recognizing his virtues.

The Order of Malta held a Jubilee for its international leaders in Rome from February 28 to March 2, featuring a conference on humanitarian efforts and global relations.

The best practices to start praying—from the Jesus Prayer to St. Paul’s teachings and Divine Mercy.

In a prerecorded message, Pope Francis thanked those gathered for the rosary prayer service in St. Peter’s Square on Thursday night.

Andreas Thonhauser and Fr. John Paul Mary, MFVA, discuss renewing faith during the Jubilee, focusing on St. Philip Neri. Watch *Spiritual Espresso* on the EWTN Travel App.

Four ways to potentially gain a plenary indulgence every day can make this Lent a spiritual standout

Pope Francis asked Christians on Ash Wednesday to set out in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, full of hope, throughout the season of Lent.

A high-level gathering of judges, legal scholars, and artificial intelligence (AI) experts convened in Vatican City this week to explore the impact of AI on justice, democracy, and human dignity. 

The pope’s annual Lenten retreat will take place in the Vatican next week in “spiritual communion” with Pope Francis as he continues to receive treatment for respiratory illnesses, including pneumonia, in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.

Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March is for families in crisis.

As people from different countries continue to arrive in the Eternal City to experience this year’s Jubilee of Hope, the hospital where Pope Francis is staying has also now become a part of their pilgrimage.

Pope Francis addressed what he called a “planetary crisis” that is adversely affecting the world in multiple ways in a message Monday to the general assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life.

Pope Francis on Monday announced the theme for the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees: “Migrants, Missionaries of Hope.”

The Vatican’s Academy for Life has awarded a Ukrainian religious sister the 2025 “Guardian of Life” award for her work leading a perinatal hospice for parents who receive a life-ending or life-limiting diagnosis for their preborn children.

Pope Francis on Monday had two episodes of acute respiratory insufficiency, according to the latest health update from the Vatican.

The topic of prayer is explored in depth, discussing personal experiences, struggles, and the profound transformation that comes through a sincere relationship with God.

Pope Francis spent a restful night at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital and has begun his daily treatments after waking Monday morning, having breakfast with coffee and reading newspapers as part of his normal routine, according to Vatican sources.

While Lent is often associated with fasting, many families worldwide prepare homemade delicacies during the 40-day season to reflect on Christ’s journey to the cross.

Pope Francis’ clinical condition remains stable after Friday’s bronchospasm episode that caused vomiting and sudden respiratory deterioration, according to a Holy See Press Office statement released Saturday evening.

On the occasion of the Jubilee of Marian Spirituality, scheduled for Oct. 11–12, the original statue of Our Lady of Fátima will be taken to Rome.