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Pope Francis’ Message to Deacons During the Jubilee: Forgiveness, Service, and Communion

Prayers filled St. Peter’s Basilica Sunday as Archbishop Rino Fisichella delivered Pope Francis’ homily to over 4,000 permanent deacons gathered for a special Jubilee Mass, while the pontiff remained hospitalized with pneumonia.

Global Prayers for Pope Francis: Faithful Unite for His Recovery

Thousands gathered this week in St. Peter’s Square to join the cardinals resident in Rome in their Rosary for Pope Francis.

The Power of Hope in the Jubilee: Catholic Knights and Leaders Reflect on Faith and Virtue

Voices gathered at the church complex of Santa Maria dell’Anima to discuss chivalry and the virtues.

Art & Faith: Cardinal Tolentino de Mendonça on the Catholic Church’s Role in Culture

In this exclusive interview, the Cardinal delves into the significance of culture and art in the Church's mission, particularly in regard to the Jubilee for Artists and the World of Culture.

Vatican’s Jubilee of Artists: How Art and Faith Shape Culture

The Jubilee of Artists and World of Culture kicked off with an international conference at the Vatican Museums to discuss the transmission of religious and artistic heritage.

Vatican News: Pope Francis Receives Prayers from Inmates after Hospitalization

Pope Francis received prayers from Milan inmates after his hospitalization. Cardinal Bo mourns a slain Myanmar priest. Parolin is hopeful for Gaza peace. African bishops call for fasting for DRC. Rome hosts the Jubilee of Deacons.

Key Cardinals Reconfirmed: Who Leads the College of Cardinals?

The dean of cardinals organizes the conclave but can only vote if under 80. Pope Francis reconfirmed two deans, both are over 80: Cardinal Re (91) and Cardinal Sandri (81).

Pope Francis Appoints Sr. Raffaella Petrini as New Vatican Governor—Historic Leadership Move

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

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.

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.

Vaticano Update: Pope Francis to Write a Papal Document on Children

This week’s Vaticano Updates – the most important news from the Holy Father and the Vatican. 

Bishop Álvarez First Interview Since Exile From Nicaragua

For the first time since being released, Mons. Rolando Álvarez sits down for a one-on-one interview with EWTN News.

The Guardian Angels of the Pope

While the Jubilee of the Armed Forces is in full swing, the Vatican Gendarmerie never rests.

Nordic Catholics Unite in Historic Pilgrimage to Rome

For the first time ever, five small Nordic Catholic communities have organized a joint pilgrimage to Rome on the occasion of the 2025 Jubilee.

Global Summit On Children’s Rights At The Vatican

World leaders met at the Vatican for the Children’s Rights Summit. Before it opened, Pope Francis embraced Roman, a Ukrainian child with burns, a moment symbolizing the event.

Vatican News: New Vatican Document On AI

Vatican news: New document on AI stresses human dignity. Pope marks 80 years since Auschwitz liberation. Survey shows Pope Francis is Italy’s most trusted figure. Delegation sent to Syria.

Communicating Hope: Celebrating the Jubilee of Communicators

Hope in Pope Francis' ponticate, the entire Jubilee Year, and the work of communications.

Ecumenical Prayer: Journey Towards Jesus in Unity

Last November, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople confirmed ongoing conversations between Church representatives about establishing a common Easter date, potentially beginning in 2025.

Caravan for Peace: Silence All Weapons

Youth in Rome march for peace, meeting the Pope in St. Peter's Square.

Paradisus: Baroque Lightscapes in Sacred Spaces

The blank nave of Santissima Trinità dei Pellegrini lights up with the baroque light project of Paradisus during the Catholic Church's Jubilee Year.

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