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Archbishop Nwachukwu: Communication in the service of the Gospel
In an interview with Vatican News during the SIGNIS World Congress and Assembly of Delegates 2026, Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu, Secretary of the Dicastery for Evangelization, said that Christian communicators are called to be disciples before becoming protagonists, building an identity rooted in human and spiritual formation before creating a digital platform in the service of the Gospel.
The Lord's Day Reflection: Take Courage. Do Not Be Afraid!
As the Church marks the XIX Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: "Take courage. Do not be afraid!"
Catholic universities offer art as a way of addressing today’s problems
An international initiative, Catholic Universities Art Triennial, brings together universities from around the world dedicated to exploring how art plays a role in addressing the most relevant issues in the world today.
Odysseus: The man and his monsters in a world in decline
The Editor-in-Chief of L'Osservatore Romano, Andrea Monda, comments on Christopher Nolan's recent film The Odyssey.
Philippines: Diocese of Calapan begins a new chapter
The Diocese of Calapan has been formally established and Bishop Moises Cuevas installed as its first bishop, marking its transition from decades of missionary care to a fully established local Church.
Pope Leo’s schedule for his four-day Apostolic Journey to France
The program for Pope Leo XIV's fifth Apostolic Journey is published. During his time in France he will visit the cities of Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes, and Metz.
Bangladesh: Church walks alongside Dalits on path to dignity
In the Diocese of Khulna, where most Catholics come from Dalit backgrounds, the Church combines evangelisation, education and social support to help historically marginalised communities reclaim their dignity and build a better future.
Amplifying the voices of Catholic sisters in the public square
The third and final morning of the SIGNIS World Congress focussed on the indispensable contribution of Catholic Sisters to the Church and to society. Sr. Jane Wakahiu, PhD Associate VP of Program Operations & Head, Catholic Sisters Conrad N. Hilton Foundation reflected on her experiences of accompanying women religious around the world.
Cardinal Parolin: Peace begins with empathy for the suffering of others
During his visit to Mexico, Cardinal Pietro Parolin meets with representatives of the National Dialogue for Peace to hear firsthand about their experiences in building peace within local communities.
'Synodality requires continual conversion': African Church prepares for Ecclesial Assembly
Bishop Lucio Andrice Muandula, Bishop Responsible for the Continental Synodal Journey, addresses Church leaders gathered in Ethiopia.
UN concern over disrupted life in Gaza
UN Humanitarian officials say Israeli military operations in the Gaza Strip are disrupting civilian life, damaging shelters and increasing displacement.
Gratitude for papal visit to Assisi: 'Today we feel we are the Church'
At the conclusion of Pope Leo XIV's Mass in the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi, a young man named Francesco asks the Holy Father to pray that they might never lack the courage to follow Christ. In Him, "no one is a stranger, no one is excluded."
In Assisi, Pope encourages young people to ‘touch the suffering flesh of others'
At Mass for the 2026 Franciscan Youth Meeting in Assisi, the Pope encourages young people to “overcome resignation and fear,” and “write new pages of history.”
Pizzaballa in Assisi: Holy Land Christians are tired; they want peace
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem is in Assisi city to inaugurate the Global House of Friendship and Hope, a new international project promoted by the Elijah Interfaith Institute. Speaking to Vatican Media, he discusses the Holy Land and expresses concern over the current situation of “neither war nor peace”.
Franciscan Provincial Minister: School of St. Francis teaches the Gospel of peace
The Provincial Minister of the Friars Minor of Umbria and Sardinia welcomes the Pope in Piazza Santa Maria degli Angeli. He describes Assisi as a "blessed land" where young people share "faith, hope, and fraternity," seeking ways to become actively involved rather than remain mere spectators.
Pope in Assisi: Build a civilisation of love, not division
At Santa Maria degli Angeli, the first stop on his pastoral visit, the Pope answers questions from young people and explains that Gospel radicalism is “the opposite of fundamentalism: it does not make us blind and violent, but sensitive and attentive,” and welcoming towards all.
SIGNIS Africa renews its leadership
SIGNIS Africa, the Catholic association for media practitioners, has ushered in a new board of directors. For the first time since its inception in 2001, women make up the majority of the board. The election took place on the sidelines of the SIGNIS World Congress happening in Kigali, Rwanda, from 03 August to 08 August 2026. Fr Fidele Mutabazi, a Rwandan priest of the Archdiocese of Kigali, was elected new SIGNIS Africa President.
Africa's Synodal Journey to 2028 Begins with Call to Build a Listening Church Across the Continent
More than 50 delegates representing seven regional episcopal conferences of Africa, Madagascar and the Islands concluded the first preparatory seminar for the 2028 Ecclesial Assembly on Wednesday August 5th with a renewed commitment to foster a more synodal and missionary Church across the continent.
Archbishop Colombo: Pope’s visit to Argentina will bring a message of peace
Archbishop Marcelo Colombo, President of the Argentine Bishops’ Conference, expresses joy knowing that they will be welcoming Pope Leo to their country in November.