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Siberian Christians of various denominations unite to serve the homeless
Since 2020, Christians from Catholic, Orthodox, and Protestant communities in the Siberian city of Krasnoyarsk have joined forces to organize daily meals for the homeless. For all members of this ecumenical team, including the Sisters of Mercy of St. Charles Borromeo, their motto has become: “Mercy is not about pity, but about help.”
Vatican unveils initiatives to mark 400th anniversary of St. Peter’s Basilica
Cardinal Mauro Gambetti, Archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica, announces initiatives for the imminent 400th anniversary of the Basilica’s dedication, including a multilingual platform for pilgrims, access to previously inaccessible areas, and the launch of the new ‘Michelangelus’ font.
Daughters of St Paul celebrate 50 years of presence in Kenya
On 15 February 2026, the Daughters of St Paul began their year-long 50th anniversary celebrations in Kenya with a solemn Eucharistic celebration at Consolata Shrine, Westlands, Nairobi, led by Archbishop Philip Anyolo and concelebrated by Auxiliary Bishop-Elect of Kisumu Archdiocese, Fr Vincent Ouma Odundo.
Pope: Civil harmony allows poor to find welcome, services to reach all
At an audience with Italian Prefects, Pope Leo XIV invites civil servants to uphold the good of the nation, so that all people may benefit from the rule of law and equal access to government services.
UN: Israel blocked three aid missions as Gaza crisis persists
The United Nations said that its teams attempted to coordinate eight humanitarian missions last week and five were fully facilitated.
Pope: War is gravest attack possible against life and public health
Pope Leo XIV addresses participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Pontifical Academy for Life, and underlines the importance of promoting health in a world consumed by conflict.
Cardinal Ouellet on lay people in positions of authority in Roman Curia
Cardinal Marc Ouellet, Prefect Emeritus of the Dicastery for Bishops, reflects on the appointment of laypeople to positions of authority in the Roman Curia, asking if it is a concession to be reviewed or an ecclesiological advance.
Pope's first parish visit: Ostia must not resign itself to culture of abuse
The Pope travels to the Roman seaside district of Ostia to visit the Parish of St. Mary Queen of Peace and meets with children, young people, and elderly. During Mass, he stresses that the sign of an authentic Christian community is when 'welcome' is more than a word, but “a spirit—opening the door to everyone.”
Growing concerns over water, sanitation and hygiene in Madagascar
Cyclone Gezani has become the second major storm to strike Madagascar this year, arriving just 10 days after Tropical Cyclone Fytia killed 14 people and displaced more than 31,000.
Pope prays for victims of devastating cyclones in Madagascar
After praying the Angelus, Pope Leo expresses his closeness with those reeling from the effects of the back-to-back cyclones in Madagascar, where some 16,000 people have been displaced.
Pope Leo at the Angelus: True righteousness demands great love
In his Angelus reflections on the Sunday Gospel, Pope Leo explains how the Gospel teaches us that we must love greatly for true righteousness.
Colombia's bishops appeal for peace and reconciliation in the country
Colombia's bishops concluded their 120th Plenary Assembly with a call to the country for conversion and dialogue. The bishops also urged citizens to take part in the upcoming elections, exercising their right to vote “in full freedom and conscience, without corruption.”
Fears over Israeli expansion into West Bank
A Palestinian official in the occupied West Bank has labelled Israel's latest expansion of control there as a brutal blow to peace efforts.
Pope appoints Sister Simona Brambilla a Member of the Dicastery for Bishops
The Prefect of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life has been called to serve as a Member of the Dicastery for Bishops, together with Sister Raffaella Petrini and María Lía Zervino, who were appointed by Pope Francis in 2022.
Pope: Christian faith is lived in charity, adapted to contemporary needs
Pope Leo XIV meets with members of the National Confederation of the Misericordie of Italy, and encourages lay people to live out the Christian faith in acts of charity that respond to the needs of our times.
Lord’s Day Reflection: On tablets of human hearts
As the Church marks the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: “On tablets of human hearts”.
Pope abolishes Committee for World Children’s Day
A chirograph published by Pope Leo XIV announces the abolition of the Committee for the World Children’s Day, established by Pope Francis in 2024.
“One Large Family”: First pastoral gathering in Siam Reap, Cambodia
About 600 participants from 10 pastoral centers come together in Siem Reap, Cambodia for the first pastoral gathering of clergy, religious, and lay leaders for “communion, mission and shared service”.
Archbishop of Baltimore calls for renewal of US political life
Ahead of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore releases a pastoral letter inviting Americans to thank God for their nation while working for political renewal.
UNRWA: UN worker killed in Gaza despite ceasefire
A United Nations aid worker has been killed in Gaza despite a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and the Israeli military.
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