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Pope Francis’ message for migrants and refugees

The Holy See Press Office on Monday released Pope Francis’ message for the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which will be celebrated on Sept. 24 with the theme “God Walks with His People.”

Pope Francis: In the Eucharist, Jesus offers himself for the world

In the Eucharist, Jesus offers himself for the life of the world, Pope Francis proclaimed from the window of the Apostolic Palace on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi.

Pope Francis joins in Corpus Christi celebration in Rome for first time in years

Pope Francis gave a solemn blessing with the Blessed Sacrament from the steps of the Basilica of Saint Mary Major on Sunday in the culmination of a Eucharistic procession through the streets of Rome.

Swiss Guards: Fit for Service

New recruits receive a private audience with Pope Francis and undergo rigorous training to uphold the esteemed legacy of the Pontifical Swiss Guard.

Roman Nights: The Gospel in Action 

Roman Nights event highlights the power of solidarity and charity in addressing global poverty.

The Lanciano Miracle: Unveiling the Eucharistic Mystery 

Join us as we explore the Lanciano Miracle, one of the most profound Eucharistic miracles in the history of the Church.

John Paul II Award at the Vatican

The Vatican John Paul II Foundation honors the Justice and Peace Center in Kampala, Uganda, with the inaugural John Paul II Award.

First World Children’s Day

Thousands of Children Celebrate the First World Children's Day with Pope Francis in Rome

U.S. Ambassador to Holy See Joe Donnelly will step down, report says

The United States’ ambassador to the Holy See — former Democratic Sen. Joe Donnelly from Indiana — is reportedly stepping down from his post to return to his home a few miles northeast of South Bend.

Pope Francis hails ‘immense gift’ of vocation to the consecrated life

Pope Francis on Thursday addressed a message to participants in a conference on consecrated religious life currently taking

Pope Francis: The Eucharist is God’s response to the deepest hunger of the heart

On the occasion of the solemnity of Corpus Christi, Pope Francis on Thursday said “the Eucharist is God’s

Pilgrims of Hope Amidst Crisis: Archbishop Fisichella on the 2025 Jubilee

With 32 million expected for the Jubilee Year, the Archbishop discusses preparations, his hopes for conversion, and why ‘we are all pilgrims of hope.'

Pope Francis opens new catechetical cycle on Holy Spirt’s role in salvation

Pope Francis on Wednesday opened a new catechetical series during his weekly general audience, focusing on the theme of creation across history and the role of the Holy Spirit in the story of salvation.

Vatican apologizes after pope’s derogatory remark on gay men in Catholic seminaries

The Vatican on Tuesday issued an apology after Pope Francis’ use of an offensive word in Italian regarding seminarians who identify as gay.

Peace Gala Concert: A Musical Celebration for Global Unity | April 13, 2024

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and harmony at the Peace Gala Concert, held on April

‘It pains me to leave’: Pope Francis accepts resignation of Argentinian archbishop

The Holy See on Monday said Pope Francis had accepted the resignation of La Plata, Argentina Archbishop Gabriel Antonio Mestre, after the prelate had served in that role for less than a year.

12 things to know and share about the Holy Trinity

The Catholic Church teaches that the Holy Trinity is the central mystery of the Christian faith. But how

Vatican News: Pope to Travel to Luxembourg and Belgium & Canadian Cardinal Cleared of Misconduct Allegations

Welcome to Vaticano Updates: Pope Francis stresses unity with Chinese Catholics, Cardinal Lacroix cleared of misconduct, Montecassino bombing remembered, urgent needs in Gaza, and a September visit to Luxembourg and Belgium announced.

International conference on youth ministry wrapping up in Rome

Nearly 300 delegates hailing from bishops’ conferences in 110 countries are meeting in Rome to participate in the International Youth Ministry Conference. The conference, which began Thursday, concludes on Saturday.

Cardinal Hollerich: ‘Today we have politicians. Politicians have no convictions’

In an interview with the French newspaper La Croix on Thursday, Cardinal Jean-Claude Hollerich, SJ, discussed the European elections and the dwindling influence of Christianity on politics.

Carbon dating reveals true age of purported tunics of St. Peter and St. John

The Vatican Museums on Thursday announced the new permanent exhibition of two relics purportedly belonging to St. Peter and St. John the Evangelist, shedding light on their origin and age.

World Children’s Day: Pope Francis instills key lesson on Holy Spirit at Mass with children

After an exuberant kick-off event on Saturday for the first World Children’s Day, Pope Francis gathered together with tens of thousands of children in St. Peter’s Square for Mass on this feast of the Holy Trinity.

Pope Francis meets with 50,000 for World Children’s Day in Rome’s Olympic Stadium

Pope Francis on Saturday addressed the first World Children’s Day, a gathering with children from around the globe, where he spoke on the importance of building a future based on peace, hope, and dialogue.

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