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Cardinal Sandri: Pope Francis leaves legacy of service and vision
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.
Holy See Observer to UN: Pope Francis brought us together as ‘Fratelli tutti'
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.
Cardinals discuss economic situation of the Holy See at General Congregation
Holy See: Comprehensive disarmament is the only way to lasting peace
Addressing the Third UN Preparatory Committee of the 2026 Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, the Vatican Permanent Observer Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, strongly reaffirms the Holy See’s unwavering call for global nuclear disarmament.
Cardinals ask faithful to pray for their discernment for new Pope
The College of Cardinals has requested that all Catholics pray for them, so that they may listen the Holy Spirit as they discern whom to choose as the next Pope.
'Pope Francis, a priest who was at my side no matter what happened'
Adrian Pallarols, a dear friend of Pope Francis, frequently known as the Pope's silversmith, remembers the late friend with whom he would sit and chat over coffee milk and cookies prepared by nuns 'as a priest who was at my side no matter what happened.'
Pope Francis: A Voice for Our Common Home
Pope Francis brought ethical urgency to the climate crisis by addressing its human and social consequences, building on the legacy of John Paul II and Benedict XVI.
Cardinals recognize right to vote of all Cardinal electors in conclave
The College of Cardinals announces that all 133 Cardinal electors participating in the upcoming conclave have the right to vote for the new Pope.
UN Secretary General remembers Pope Francis
During a special commemoration remembering Pope Francis at the United Nations in New York on Tuesday, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres praises the late Pontiff for always being 'a voice of peace in a world of war,' reminding us of our moral duties, and being a constant 'messenger of hope.'
Cardinal Gambetti at Novemdiales Mass: See the fullness of God in the least
Presiding over the fourth Novemdiales Mass in memory of Pope Francis, Cardinal Gambetti reminds the faithful that they should see God in everyone as the late Pope did.
Faith and Fellowship: The resilience of Zimbabwean migrants in South Africa
Every last Sunday of the month, Catholic asylum-seekers, migrants, and refugees in South Africa come together in some cities to participate in a Eucharistic celebration. Most of these migrants are from Zimbabwe and have made South Africa (SA) their home.
‘Giro d'Italia’ 2025 final leg through Vatican in honour of Pope Francis
The final leg of the 108th “Giro d’Italia” will pay homage to Pope Francis when for the first time in history it will pass through the Vatican gardens.
Ghanaians celebrate the Jubilee for People with Disabilities
While the Jubilee for People with Disabilities is taking place in Rome from 28-29 April, local churches around the world are also celebrating these days, such as, "Hope for Life" in Ghana, with its outreach helping and empowering those with physical and mental challenges.
Conclave. Who will elect the next Pope
The upcoming Conclave opening on 7 May will be less euro-centric than it has ever been before, with over three-quarters of the 135 Cardinal electors appointed by Pope Francis, who reshaped the College of Cardinals, showing a more generous gaze on the peripheries of the Church.
Cardinals announce pre-conclave Mass at sixth General Congregation
The College of Cardinals holds their sixth General Congregation on Tuesday morning, and announces the times of the votive Mass ahead of the conclave and the procession to enter the Sistine Chapel.
Cardinals thank attendees and organisers of Pope’s funeral
The College of Cardinals expresses their gratitude to the religious and political leaders who attended the Pope’s funeral on Saturday, as well as the civil authorities who helped organise it.
Patti Smith: Pope Francis was a dandelion amongst stones
Patti Smith, the rock icon of the Seventies and beyond, describes her deep admiration for Pope Francis, whom she met on several occasions. Following Pope Francis' death, she shares a poem and other reflections in his memory, which she describes in an interview to Vatican News.
Sr. Veronica Donatello calls for ‘culture of belonging'
The head of disability outreach for the Italian Bishops' Conference, Sr. Veronica Donatello, opens the conference, "We: Pilgrims of Hope," the first event of the Jubilee of Persons with Disabilities.
The 'Pope's Sculptor' remembers the late Pope Francis
In an interview with Vatican News, Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz, often referred to as 'the Pope's Sculptor,' remembers the late Pope Francis and his unique ability to transmit to convey the Lord's immense and unceasing love to the most marginalized and discarded; and how the artist has 'found purpose in giving form to the Holy Father's deep concerns.'
Bishop Marini recalls Pope Francis’ love for Our Lady
Bishop Guido Marini, who served for 8 years as Pope Francis’ Master of Liturgical Celebrations, celebrates a memorial Mass and recounts his memories of the faith and humanity of the late Pope.
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