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Pope at Angelus: ‘Through silence and prayer, we make space for Jesus’

Pope Francis highlighted the importance of listening to God by embracing the example of John the Baptist, “the voice

Vatican unveils Nativity scene honoring St. Francis of Assisi and devotion’s 800-year-old origin

The Vatican unveiled its annual Nativity scene earlier this evening, paying special tribute to the origins of the

Pope Francis: Vatican Nativity scene should prompt prayers for the Holy Land

Pope Francis said today that the Vatican’s Nativity scene this year should compel people to think of the

The story behind the Immaculate Conception banner at every Vatican Angelus

“The Immaculate Conception will triumph”: These are the words displayed, in Italian, on a blue banner held every

Vatican News: Pope sends condolences to family of Indi Gregory & Message to Orthodox Church

Sign up for our newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/ewtn/vatican    Bringing you the latest and most significant news from Pope

Pope Francis’ Voice Still Present at COP28 Despite Illness

Pope Francis has once again spoken out in favor of protecting life and the poor. After the Holy

Economy of Francis

One of the core messages of the pontificate of Pope Francis is human fraternity.  In response to this,

Bambino Gesù: Bringing Hope to Families

The Christmas season is usually a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. Unfortunately, not every family gets to

Treasures of Art and Faith in the Vatican

Art and beauty have been cornerstones of the Catholic tradition. Since the earliest days of the faith, artwork

Art, Faith, and Patronage

In the evening on the third day of their 40th Anniversary Celebration, the Patrons of the Arts of

Pope Francis announces Catholic Church’s first World Day of Children

Pope Francis announced Friday that the Catholic Church will celebrate its first World Day of Children in May 2024.

PHOTOS: Pope Francis honors Virgin Mary on solemnity of the Immaculate Conception

On the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Pope Francis venerated a statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary located atop a tall column near Rome’s Spanish Steps.

Pope Francis’ Reflection on the 70th Anniversary of the Tears of the Virgin of Syracuse

This December 7th, on the eve of the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis sent a letter

Pope Francis reads speeches unassisted for the first time in nearly two weeks

Pope Francis had seven meetings Thursday morning where he read out three speeches unassisted for the first time

Pope Francis’ cardinal advisers hear from 2 female professors on women’s role in the Church

Pope Francis’ council of cardinal advisers heard testimonies from two female theology professors who spoke about the role

Here are 5 things to know about Cardinal Burke

Reports emerged last week that Cardinal Raymond Burke — a prominent American archbishop — will soon lose his

Pope Francis at general audience: ‘The Spirit is the protagonist’ of evangelization

Pope Francis’ multi-week catechetical series on the essential components of the proclamation of the Gospel culminated with a

9 Facts about the Meaning and Value of the Manger at Christmas According to Pope Francis

As Christmas nears and homes prepare their nativity scenes, it's fitting to recall Pope Francis' 2019 apostolic letter reflecting on the significance and value of the manger in celebrating the birth of Jesus

Canonization cause advances for ‘God’s architect,’ Antoni Gaudí

The beatification cause for renowned Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, famously known for designing the Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona, has progressed significantly, moving him closer to potentially being declared a saint.

LIVE | Pope Francis’ Act of Veneration on the Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Sign up for our newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/ewtn/vatican  LIVE from the Piazza di Spagna, Rome | Pope Francis’ Act

Roman Nights – Treasures of Faith and Art – December 1st 2023

In a recent and remarkable gathering, the Vatican hosted an engaging evening titled Roman Nights on December 1st,

Cardinal Yeom Soo-jung Turns 80: Number of Electors for Future Conclave Drops to 134

Cardinal Andrew Yeom Soo-jung of Seoul turns 80 today, stepping down as a Cardinal elector and becoming ineligible for future papal conclaves.

Pope Francis to Honor Salus Populi Romani Icon with Golden Rose

On the occasion of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis will bestow a Golden Rose upon the icon of Maria Salus Populi Romani, where Saint Ignatius of Loyola said his first Mass, in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore.

Did you know that the relic of the right arm of St. Francis Xavier is in Rome?

Saint Francis Xavier, a Spanish Jesuit priest and missionary from the 16th century, is often revered as the "Giant of the History of Missions," attributed to his fervent evangelizing zeal and spiritual fortitude.

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