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Pope: ‘Hearts of young people are longing to discover Christ’s love’
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Jesus Youth International Conference, and praises efforts to engage young people in the life of the Church by helping them discover Christ’s love.
Lord's Day Reflection: The love commandment
As the Church celebrates the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: “The love commandment.”
Humanitarian truce announced for Ukrainian city of Oleshky
Ukraine and Russia confirm an agreement on a local ceasefire in Oleshky, where civilians face a severe food crisis. US mediation, involving First Lady Melania Trump, proved instrumental in securing the agreement. President Zelensky also confirms new trilateral talks with the United States and Russia in Abu Dhabi in November.
Holy See at UN: Redirect arms spending towards integral human development
Archbishop Christophe El Kassis calls for resources devoted to weapons to be redirected towards people living in poverty, warning that rising military expenditure stands in stark contrast to urgent humanitarian and development needs.
Shevchuk brings ‘Ukraine’s prayers’ and list of prisoners to Pope Leo
The head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church meets Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, thanking him for his appeals for peace and the Holy See’s humanitarian efforts on behalf of prisoners and children, as well as its concern for the people of Oleshky.
Jordan: Shooting at Greek Orthodox church in Karak
Two gunmen opened fire during a funeral service at a Christian place of worship in the south of the country. According to local media, ten people were injured, some seriously. Authorities have launched an investigation to establish the circumstances of the attack and identify those responsible.
Papal Almoner to travel to Ukraine to bring Pope’s closeness
Archbishop Luis Marín de San Martín, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity, is preparing to undertake a mission to Ukraine from 27 to 30 October, with the full involvement of both the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church and the Latin-rite Church.
Pope Leo XIV named Papal Confrater of St George’s Chapel, Windsor
The appointment follows King Charles III’s acceptance of the title of Royal Confrater of the Papal Basilica of St Paul’s Outside the Walls in Rome during his State Visit to the Holy See in October 2025.
LA's Archbishop Gomez shares devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe in pastoral letter
In a pastoral letter titled 'Wonder of America', written in preparation for the 500th anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Archbishop José Gomez of Los Angeles reflects on his deep personal devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe, the history and holiness of the Americas, and the Church’s continuing mission to bring Christ to the world.
Psalms with John Paul II: A prayer for peace
The Psalms with John Paul II concert held in Rome marks the 45th anniversary celebrations of the Vatican John Paul II Foundation, featuring psalms sung in Polish, Italian, and English, together with the Our Father in Swahili and uniting those gathered in prayer.
Cardinal Radcliffe: In age of AI, encourage young people to ask questions
Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe speaks at the International Congress for Pastoral Care in Schools and Universities, taking place at the Vatican, and reflects on ways to inspire the imagination of young people during the digital age.
Apostolic Penitentiary Regent: No one is too great a sinner to return to God
Bishop Krzysztof Nykiel, Regent of the Apostolic Penitentiary, illustrates an upcoming seminar and invites the faithful to rediscover the Sacrament of Reconciliation, reminding them that no one is too great a sinner to return to God and receive His mercy.
Cardinal Czerny: Theology must defend human dignity in an age of AI
At a conference in Frankfurt, Cardinal Michael Czerny calls for theological education that is rooted in faith, attentive to human suffering, and committed to dialogue amid the challenges of artificial intelligence and social injustice.
Pope to students of canon law: Seek the supernatural good of persons
Pope Leo XIV urges members of the Pontifical Gregorian University’s Faculty of Canon Law to undertake their studies “in light of the mystery of the Church,” always intent on promoting “the supernatural good of persons” through the pursuit of true justice, which is never separated from truth and mercy.”
Pope Leo will not make Assisi visit to aid recovery after surgery
Pope Leo XIV will not make his scheduled visit to Assisi on October 27 upon the advice of his doctors, who confirm that his recovery is going very well following his recent thoracic surgery.
Venite ad Me: An encounter that attracts and captivates
Our Editorial Director reflects on the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith's new document entitled “Venite ad Me: Considerations on the Transmission of the Faith in an Epochal Change."
Cardinal Parolin: We ask for peace through the intercession of St. John Paul II
The Secretary of State celebrates Mass at the tomb of the Polish Pope on the day of his liturgical memorial and remembers how in 2005 he said how peace needs to be “maintained and fostered by decisions and actions inspired by good.”
Indonesia: Camino de Flores offers sacred journey of hope and renewal
Indonesia’s new Camino de Flores walking pilgrimage aims to connect faith, culture, and local development, as Church representatives urge solidarity with communities along the route.
Uganda Marks 108 Years of the Martyrdom of Blessed Daudi Okelo and Blessed Jildo Irwa
The Catholic faithful from across Uganda and beyond gathered at Wipolo Martyrs Shrine in Agago District, Gulu Archdiocese, this week 20 October, to commemorate the 108th anniversary of the martyrdom of Blessed Daudi Okello and Jildo Irwa. These young catechists were killed in 1918 for their steadfast witness to the Christian faith.
Holy See signs agreement with Honduras
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, and the President of Honduras, Nasry Juan Asfura Zablah, sign an agreement consolidating the existing good bilateral relations between Honduras and the Holy See, safeguarding the legal personality of the Church, and promoting cooperation between the Church and State.
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