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Evangelisation, fraternity, synodality, and unity were some of the topics under discussion at the 8th General Congregation in the Vatican this morning.

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Bishop Aurelio Gazzera, the Coadjutor Bishop of Bangassou in the Central African Republic, has paid tribute to Pope Francis’ historic visit to CAR in 2015.

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Wildfires in Israel, particularly the catastrophic blaze encricling Jerusalem this week, have not spared monasteries and Catholic communities.

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In the busy city of Nairobi, in the slum of Kawangware, Kenya, stands a remarkable place of refuge and transformation—the Amani Children's Family Primary School. Run by the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood, this school offers more than just education.

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Solar energy brings light and hope to thousands of families without electricity in Malawi’s rural areas. Sr. Bernadette Mnyenyembe, MSHR, describes her congregation’s initiative that has given over 9,000 households the empowering gift of light and better livelihoods.

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In the wake of Pope Francis’ death, the Director of US-based Catholic Mobilizing Network recalls his actions to put an end to the death penalty, rooted in his belief that God’s mercy has the power to change our hardened hearts.

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The Papal Foundation, a U.S.-based charitable organization, has announced $14 million in grants and humanitarian aid. The funds will support 116 projects in over 60 countries. Since its inception, the Foundation has disbursed over $250 million to support more than 2,800 projects identified by Popes Francis, Benedict XVI, and Saint John Paul II.

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Marcia King, a member of The Economy of Francesco, reflects on the late Pope Francis’ call to "give a soul to the economy of tomorrow".

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In his homily for the sixth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, which falls on International Workers’ Day, Cardinal Fernández reflects on the late Pope’s emphasis on the dignity of work.

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A state of emergency has been declared in Israel following what are being described as the country’s largest ever fires.

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More than 20 Bishops and 150 Confrères gathered to Celebrate the Jubilee of the Congregation Founded by St. Vincent de Paul. The celebration took place at the Maison Mère, the spiritual heart of the Vincentian mission.

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The conclave set to begin on May 7 will be the first to include 133 Cardinal electors, but it is not the first time the College of Cardinals has exceeded the 120 limit.

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As the College of Cardinals requests prayers from all Catholics for their discernment for the next Pope, Dominican Fr. Sylvain Detoc recalls the power of the Church’s prayer, especially in moments when the Holy Spirit seeks to open up new horizons.

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Bishop Joseph Trần Văn Toản of Long Xuyen in Vietnam has called on the faithful to become “a pilgrim people of hope,” drawing inspiration from the Virgin Mary as the “Woman of the Eucharist,” in his pastoral letter for May 2025.

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In this week's News from the Orient, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: An Eastern tribute is offered to Pope Francis, we mark the 110th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, and Churches celebrate St. Thomas Sunday .

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Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reflects on the late Pope Francis’ enduring support for Palestinian self-determination and global peace, affirming that coexistence, not conflict, is the only viable future for both peoples.

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Presiding over the fifth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Sandri reflects on Pope Francis’ witness of humble service as well as on the lasting vision he leaves for the future of the Church.

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The Holy See Permanent Observer to the United Nations pays tribute to the late Pope Francis, recalling how his words and actions resonated across the Assembly.

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