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Search continues in Texas for missing children after flash floods
A rescue operation is underway and racing against time in Texas after the flash flooding of the Guadalupe River, which caused at least 34 deaths and many still missing, including over 20 girls who were attending a Christian summer camp in the area.
Hamas ‘positive’ toward new peace plan, reports suggest
Hamas says it has delivered a “positive response” to mediators regarding a U.S.-backed proposal for a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza.
Pope to Augustinian sisters: Culture without truth becomes a tool of the powerful
Pope Leo XIV encourages the Augustinian Sisters Servants of Jesus and Mary, to be patient during difficulties, brave in their educational mission, and to persevere in following Christ.
Pope names French bishop Thibault Verny as new president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors
Pope Leo appoints Thibault Verny, Archbishop of Chambéry and Bishop of Maurienne and Tarentaise to succeed Cardinal Seán Patrick O’Malley as the president of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors. In France, Archbishop Verny was responsible for the fight against child abuse within the Episcopal Conference.
Pope to Northern European pilgrims: We are all pilgrims and we are always pilgrims
Pope Leo XIV welcomes young people and teachers from Northern Europe, urging them to listen to God’s call and continue their journey of discipleship.
Pope Leo dialogues with children: "Build bridges from an early age"
Pope Leo has a dialogue with children participating in the Vatican's summer camp who gathered with him yesterday in the Paul VI Hall. With them also a group of around 300 young students from Ukraine, hosted in Italy by Caritas for the summer.
The Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See
APSA - The Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See - is the body responsible for the administration of goods and financial management of the patrimony of the Holy See. It does so in the spirit of maximum transparency, as called for in the reform initiated by Pope Francis in 2014.
The Dicastery for Evangelization
"Praedicate Evangelium", promulgated by Pope Francis in 2022, outlines the mandate and tasks of each Dicastery.
Rising hunger and poverty impacting families in the West Bank
Hunger, poverty, and uncertainty are increasing across the West Bank. A new report reveals that 74% of families now live below the minimum standard of living, with the most affected being children.
‘Holy Father, we’re sinking’: Archbishop of the Pacific meets with Pope Leo
Archbishop Ryan Jimenez of Agaña, Guam, speaks to Vatican News about his recent meeting with Pope Leo XIV and the struggles and joys of life in the Pacific.
The Office of the Auditor General
The mission of this Office, that came out of the economic and administrative reforms initiated by Pope Francis, is to contribute to the proper and transparent management of the Holy See’s assets. It is responsible for auditing the consolidated financial statements of the Holy See and those of the Governorate of Vatican City State.
US Bishops express deep concern over final passage of Budget Bill
Following the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by the U.S. Congress, the President of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops expresses serious concerns about its impact on the poor and vulnerable.
Pope Leo prays for those affected by accidental explosion in Rome
Pope Leo XIV offers his prayers for his diocese following an explosion at a petrol station in Rome, which injured over 20 people, including several emergency responders.
Pope Leo meets with Prime Minister of Montenegro
Pope Leo XIV receives Milojko Spajić, the Prime Minister of Montenegro, in an audience at the Vatican on Friday.
Various religions meet in Tokyo to reject war and promote dialogue
Religious representatives from all over the world meet in Tokyo, Japan, for a roundtable on peace organized by the coalition Religions for Peace International, discussing ways to build trust among religious leaders and work with political leaders on humanitarian responses.
Dicastery for Bishops
The mission of the Dicastery for Bishops is to assist the Pope in choosing pastors to whom he can entrust ecclesiastical communities within their respective territories. After identifying priests to be proposed for the episcopate, the final decision rests with the Pope.
‘Poorest always suffer’: Indian Church mourns victims of chemical factory disaster
Following a massive explosion at a chemical plant in India's Telangana state that killed over 40 people, the spokesperson for the country's Catholic Bishops' Conference laments their deaths and the exploitation of workers.
Pope Leo visits Castel Gandolfo ahead of his summer holiday
Pope Leo XIV makes a brief visit to the town of Castel Gandolfo to inspect the works in progress at the Papal residence, where he will spend his summer holiday starting on Sunday, July 6.
Israel’s economic interests and the threat of annexation
Israel’s economic interests, particularly in offshore gas resources, intersect with recent moves toward the annexation of occupied Palestinian territories and could impact the two-state solution, Palestinian sovereignty, and regional stability.
Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming schedule released
The Office for the Liturgical Celebrations publishes the Pope‘s summer calendar of engagements.
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