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Michael Bublé: When I hear music, I hear the voice of God
Ahead of the 6th edition of the Vatican's Concert with the Poor, to be held on 6 December, Canadian singer and songwriter Michael Bublé shares how “music is a gift from God” and says he hopes to use his platform as an artist to share his faith.
Papal preacher: Advent is a time of trusting expectation
“The Parousia of the Lord. An expectation without hesitation” is the theme of the first of three meditations for Christmas, which began this morning, 5 December, in the Paul VI Hall, with Pope Leo in attendance.
South Sudanese bishop: The youth are essential to building peace
Bishop Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala describes a workshop in South Sudan, dedicated to encouraging young people to bring “peace to them now and to the future of their communities.”
Pope receives Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the Prime Minister of the Republic of Croatia, Andrej Plenković, at the Vatican Apostolic Palace. With the Secretary of State, talks included mutual appreciation for the strong bilateral relations and the international context, with a focus on regional cooperation in the Western Balkans and the conflict in Ukraine.
Pope Leo: ‘In the poor, the Lord continues to speak to us’
Pope Leo XIV meets artists and organizers on the eve of the annual Christmas Vatican "Concert with the Poor" at its sixth edition.
Pope to Catholic University of Taiwan: Be witnesses of wisdom and hope
Pope Leo XIV sends a message to the Catholic University of Taiwan to mark the institution's centenary and invites the community to renew the mission of Gospel-inspired education amid today’s cultural shifts.
Pope to cardiologists: Curing the heart is both physical and spiritual
Pope Leo meets participants of the Paris Course on Revascularisation during the Jubilee of Hope and tells them that healing the heart requires science, compassion and ethical responsibility.
Chris Pratt to present new documentary about St Peter's tomb
American actor, Chris Pratt, is currently filming a documentary on the Vatican Necropolis. Produced by Vatican Media, the Fabric of St Peter, and AF Films, it will be released in 2026 for the 400th anniversary of the inauguration and dedication of the Basilica.
Pope Leo on AI: new generations must be helped, not hindered
Pope Leo XIV says that new generations must be helped and guided when it comes to their relationship with new technologies, and he calls for widespread participation in these efforts.
Lord’s Day Reflection: George Bailey meets John the Baptist
As the Church marks the Second Sunday of Advent, Jenny Kraska offers her reflection on the Gospel reading for the day.
Pope meets Roberto Benigni ahead of Saint Peter monologue premiere
Pope Leo XIV views excerpts of Roberto Benigni’s upcoming monologue “Peter: A Man in the Wind,” produced in collaboration with Vatican Media and airing on Italian state TV.
Archbishop Gallagher calls for renewed commitment to peace
At the OSCE Ministerial Council in Vienna, Archbishop Paul Gallagher call fosr renewed efforts in conflict prevention, especially regarding Ukraine. He also highlights rising religious intolerance, migration challenges, and the need for stronger action against human trafficking.
IOR’s sustainability report highlights high transparency standards
The Vatican Bank publishes its first Sustainability Report on its commitment to environmental, social and governance principles and towards sustainable finance.
Pope Leo welcomes the President of the Slovak Republic
Pope Leo XIV welcomes the President of the Slovak Republic Peter Pellegrini at the Vatican Apostolic Palace. With the Secretary of State, talks included mutual appreciation for the strong bilateral relations and the international context, with a focus on the war in Ukraine and its repercussions for European security.
Holy See: Ukrainian children must return to their families
The Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations continues its efforts, including through Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, for the return of Ukrainian children taken to Russia.
Franciscan friars join rescue operations in flood-struck Indonesia
Search and rescue operations are underway in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand following last week’s catastrophic floods and landslides. In Indonesia, the Franciscan community has mobilised to help rescuers and provide shelter to the most vulnerable.
Pope Leo meets with the President of Mongolia
In addition to meeting with Pope Leo, the President also meets with the Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin. These talks focused on cultural collaboration and the Church's contribution to the country, particularly in the fields of healthcare and education.
Fears of more atrocities in Sudan
The U.N. human rights chief has warned of another wave of atrocities in Sudan as fighting intensifies across the Kordofan region.
Pope Leo suppresses Commission for Donations to the Holy See
As a result of consultations with the Council for the Economy and other experts, Pope Leo XIV issues a chirograph suppressing the Commission for Donations to the Holy See, which had been established by Francis on 11 February 2025.