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At Vatican Evening Event, Historic St. Peter’s Bell ‘Speaks’ Through New Sound Installation

For the Jubilee of Hope, an American artist has created an installation mapping the “soundscape” of one of the historic bells of St. Peter’s Basilica, premiering the work on the night of Feb. 16.

Pope Receives Prisoners’ Prayers For Recovery While Hospitalized In Rome

Pope Francis received heartfelt letters from inmates at Milan’s San Vittore prison after his hospitalization forced the cancellation of a planned meeting where the prisoners were to perform in a special concert.

A New Generation Of Saints? 6 Millennials On The Road To Canonization

Six young people who lived with deep faith and committed their lives to the Church that Jesus founded are on their way to being proclaimed saints, with most of them currently on the path to beatification.

Ecumenical Initiative Calls For Unity To Celebrate Easter Together

Here are the difficulties in changing the date of Easter to celebrate together with the Orthodox.

Sister Raffaella Petrini Appointed President of Vatican Governorate

Pope Francis has appointed Sister Raffaella Petrini, FSE, as president of the Pontifical Commission for Vatican City State and president of the Governorate of Vatican City State, the Vatican announced Saturday.

Pope Francis’ Message To Artists: Be Witnesses To ‘Revolutionary Vision Of The Beatitudes’

Powerful proclamations to painters, poets, and performers highlighted Pope Francis’ message to artists on Sunday, calling them to participate in the “revolutionary vision of the Beatitudes” and transform suffering into hope.

A ‘thumbs up’ to the faithful as Pope Francis released from hospital: LIVE UPDATES

Live Updates: Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday, Feb. 14, to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis, the Vatican said.

Pope Francis ‘Peaceful’ After First Night In Rome Hospital

Pope Francis had a “peaceful night” and read several newspapers Saturday morning following his admission to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital for bronchitis, according to the Vatican.

The Story of St. Agnes in Agony in Rome

In this episode of Vaticano, we explore one of the remarkable churches featured in the app—Sant’Agnese in Agone, nestled beside the iconic Piazza Navona.

Nicky Gumbel on Evangelization in Today’s World

The Alpha Course is an initiative that has spread across Catholic parishes worldwide, transforming lives and strengthening evangelization efforts.

International Day of Prayer against Human Trafficking

The feast day of St. Josephine Bakhita, survivor and patron saint of human trafficking victims, on February 8th, shines a light on the ongoing crisis of human trafficking.

Jubilee of People with Disabilities

The Jubilee for People with Disabilities will take place on April 28-29, as part of the Holy Year celebrations.

Jubilee of the Armed Forces

More than 30,000 people flocked to Rome over the weekend for the second major event of the Holy Year: the Jubilee of the armed forces, police and security personnel.

UPDATE: Pope Francis hospitalized at Gemelli for bronchitis

Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday to undergo testing and treatment for bronchitis, the Vatican said.

1.3 Million Pilgrims Pass Through St. Peter’s Holy Door In Jubilee’s First Month

Since Pope Francis marked the beginning of the 2025 Jubilee Year, 1.3 million people have passed through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

Vatican To Host Its First Summit On Longevity In March

The first Vatican Summit on Longevity will take place on March 24, bringing together experts and world leaders to explore the most advanced scientific discoveries and reflect on the fundamental ethical values ​​that guide research in this field.

Pope Francis At Wednesday Audience: ‘Let Us Do Penance For Peace’

Pope Francis held his general audience in the Vatican on Wednesday despite bronchitis affecting his breathing, with the Holy Father urging people to pray and do penance for peace in the world. 

Vatican to Project Chinese Artist’s Portraits of Inmates on Prison Exterior

A Chinese artist’s paintings of inmates living inside one of Rome’s most well-known prisons will be projected on the prison building’s exterior and displayed in a new exhibit space near the Vatican as part of 2025 Jubilee initiatives.

Vatican News: Pope Francis on U.S. Migration Policies: Defending Human Dignity

Here’s a look at the Vatican’s latest updates and the Pope’s key messages.

Pope Francis to Paris AI Action Summit: ‘Love is worth more than intelligence’

Pope Francis told leaders at the AI Summit in Paris that technology must serve and protect humanity.

Pope Francis appoints new auxiliary bishop for Archdiocese of Sydney in Australia

Pope Francis appointed Father Anthony Gerard Percy as a new auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Sydney

Paris Grand Mosque rector proposes to Pope Francis a meeting between Muslims and Christians

The rector of the Grand Mosque of Paris proposed a Christian-Muslim meeting with Pope Francis in Paris this year to foster dialogue and fraternity.

Pope makes surprise festival appearance with peace plea

Pope Francis made a surprise appearance via video message at Italy’s premier musical event on Tuesday

Pope Francis to U.S. bishops amid mass deportations: Dignity of migrants comes first

Pope Francis addressed the bishops of the United States about the country’s ongoing mass deportation of unauthorized immigrants.

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