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

Discover the magic of Christmas at St. Peter’s Square with the majestic Norway Spruce and Grado Lagoon Nativity scene.

Uncover the origins of "Silent Night," the world's most beloved Christmas carol, first performed in 1818 in Oberndorf, Austria.

Discover the origins of Jubilee Holy Doors, from their first use in 1294 to their profound symbolism of mercy and hope.

Pope Francis urges personal and structural change for lasting peace in his message for the 58th World Day of Peace.

Pope Francis visits Corsica, highlighting the power of popular piety to reconnect with secularized communities.

Pope Francis turns 88 today! Pray for him as he leads the Church. This week on Vaticano: Notre Dame reopens, AI at the Vatican, and Cardinal Grech on the synod!

Pope Francis turns 88 today! Pray for him as he leads the Church. This week on Vaticano: Notre Dame reopens, AI at the Vatican, and Cardinal Grech on the synod!

Notre Dame reopens with first Mass after its fire; Pope Francis urges Christmas ceasefires; Indian bishops call for Christian safety; Lourdes confirms its 71st miracle.

Notre Dame reopens with first Mass after its fire; Pope Francis urges Christmas ceasefires; Indian bishops call for Christian safety; Lourdes confirms its 71st miracle.

The Pontifical Oriental Institute combines ancient wisdom with cutting-edge AI technology, preserving texts and fostering global access to knowledge and reconciliation.

The Pontifical Oriental Institute combines ancient wisdom with cutting-edge AI technology, preserving texts and fostering global access to knowledge and reconciliation.

In an exclusive interview, Cardinal Mario Grech shares insights on the Synod on Synodality, highlighting its focus on mission, communion, and the Church’s identity as the holy people of God.

In an exclusive interview, Cardinal Mario Grech shares insights on the Synod on Synodality, highlighting its focus on mission, communion, and the Church’s identity as the holy people of God.

On December 26, Pope Francis will open the Holy Door at Rome’s Rebibbia Prison, a profound symbol of hope for inmates and prison staff worldwide.

On December 26, Pope Francis will open the Holy Door at Rome’s Rebibbia Prison, a profound symbol of hope for inmates and prison staff worldwide.

Pope Francis creates 21 new cardinals, calling them to be "hinges" of the Church, fostering unity, healing, and service worldwide.

Pope Francis creates 21 new cardinals, calling them to be "hinges" of the Church, fostering unity, healing, and service worldwide.

After five years of restoration, Notre Dame Cathedral stands renewed, symbolizing hope and faith for Catholics worldwide.

After five years of restoration, Notre Dame Cathedral stands renewed, symbolizing hope and faith for Catholics worldwide.

Pope Francis has invited Orthodox leaders to jointly celebrate the 1,700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea in 2025.

The Pontifical Sanctuary of the Holy House, perched on the hilltop town of Loreto in Central Italy, is one of the most famous and precious Marian Shrines in the world.

The Roman sanctuary of Tre Fontane, a place of prayer and conversion, today stands as a symbol of hope in a world devastated by wars and suffering.

Nestled in the heart of Rome, the Venerable English College has been forming men to the priesthood since the English Reformation, an extremely dangerous time for Catholics.