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Cardinal Koch: Peace among the Churches is a responsibility for Europe
At the conference “Religions and Diplomacy,” taking place in Rome from September 28 to 30 to mark the 30th anniversary of the International Association Political Charity, the Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Christian Unity reflects on Europe’s cultural and spiritual roots. In an interview with Vatican News, he calls on the Churches to take responsibility for rediscovering unity and, consequently, peace, so that they can help build it in society.
‘Paying attention in age of clickbait’ – 2027 World Communications Day theme
The Vatican Dicastery for Communication releases the theme for the 2027 World Communications Day, which is “A New Gaze: Paying Attention in the Age of Clickbait.”
French priest: 'Many are deeply searching; we must serve this faith'
While a secular society and declining numbers in the Church in France are a reality, a visit to the Parish of Notre Dame of the Assumption in Metz at Sunday evening Mass, full of young people and all pews taken, is an example of young people's longing for meaning, according to Fr. Emmanuel Ecker.
Sr. Nathalie Becquart: Pope Leo’s Visit to France, a 'moment of grace'
In an interview with Vatican News as Pope Leo's Apostolic Journey to France draws to an end, Sister Nathalie Becquart, Undersecretary of the General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops, reflects on the Pope’s journey, its impact, and his message of peace and reconciliation in Metz.
Highlights from Pope Leo's Apostolic Journey to France
Highlights from Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to France, including his meeting with President Macron, his visit to UNESCO, his Mass for 700,000 pilgrims in Paris, his prayer of the rosary with pilgrims in Lourdes, and his 'Roots of Europe' meeting in Metz.
Pope: Wars are senseless; Russia and Ukraine should sit down to talk
Speaking to journalists on the flight from Metz to Rome at the end of his Apostolic Journey to France, Pope Leo XIV discusses conflicts and the economic interests that sustain them, saying the Church “continues to raise her voice in proclaiming the Gospel. A few are growing rich from the arms industry; these billions could be used to solve problems such as world hunger.”
'Vive le Pape!' - With Pope Leo in Metz
Vatican News correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov brings us into the lively atmosphere outside St. Stephen’s Cathedral, where crowds gathered in celebration and prayer for Pope Leo's Mass in the heart of the city. She also reflects on the fruits of the Pope’s Apostolic Journey to France.
Pope Leo XIV bids farewell to France
Pope Leo XIV departs from France's northeastern city of Metz, bringing his fifth Apostolic Journey abroad to an end.
Cardinal Zuppi begins three-day mission to Moscow
The Holy See’s special envoy for humanitarian issues is in Russia for three days of institutional meetings focused on prisoners of war and children transferred from their places of origin.
Pope: The future of Europe is not found in uniformity but in the harmony of differences
At the Cathedral of St. Stephen in Metz, Pope Leo celebrates Mass to close out his time in the city on the last day of his Apostolic Journey to France. In his homily, he stresses that choosing forgiveness and mercy over revenge and violence is not a path of weakness, but rather one of strength.
American Cardinal McElroy explores a Church for the Digital Age
The Cardinal Archbishop of Washington, D.C. calls for human dignity to guide the development of artificial intelligence and the treatment of migrants and refugees, urging solidarity and moral responsibility rooted in Catholic social teaching.
Creative efforts for negotiation and the illusion of rearmament
Our Editorial Director reflects on Pope Leo XIV’s call for Christians to pray the Rosary for peace and his invitation to “sacrifice certain positions for the greater good.”
Why Pope Leo chose Metz
From inside the Schuman Center in Metz with Pope Leo, Vatican News correspondent Deborah Castellano Lubov shares why the Pope chose this city, following in the footsteps of a founding father of the European Union, Venerable Robert Schuman.
Pope: Europe must embrace its roots to build peace and unity
Pope Leo XIV addresses a meeting on “The Roots of Europe for Peace and Unity,” saying Europe’s Christian roots “help us understand more clearly that openness to the transcendent is always a constitutive part of the human person and a living source of civilization.”
Pope in Metz: God never inspires anything that disfigures human dignity
Meeting with representatives of various religions in the French city of Metz, Pope Leo XIV praises efforts to engage in interreligious dialogue, recalling that God’s name must never be invoked to justify violence or oppression.
France’s religious leaders appeal for peace and sustained dialogue
As Pope Leo XIV meets with French religious leaders in Metz, representatives of various religions release an appeal for sustained dialogue and efforts for peace in the world.
Kenya: Church urges protection for refugee and migrant minors
On World Day of Migrants and Refugees, the Catholic Church in Kenya has called for renewed commitment to the dignity, protection and rights of refugees, migrants and displaced children, urging society to see every child not as a statistic but as a person deserving care, safety and opportunities to thrive.
Discovering Robert Schuman's work for peace and unity as Pope arrives in Metz
As Pope Leo XIV visits the French border city of Metz, we recall the legacy of Venerable Robert Schuman, one of the founders of the European Union, who worked tirelessly for peace and the common good after World War II.
‘I think Pope Leo truly cares about young Catholics’
As Metz welcomes Pope Leo XIV, a young Catholic professional who lives and works in the eastern French city tells Vatican News that Pope Leo is especially appreciated for 'truly caring for young Catholics,' and for his commitment to peace in Europe and throughout the world.
Highlights of Pope Leo's third day in France
Highlights from Pope Leo's third day in France, in which he met with bishops, the sick, and abuse victims, celebrated Mass, and took part in a torchlight procession with 50,000 pilgrims.