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Pope’s condition is 'stable' and he does not have a fever
In a Monday evening press release, the Holy See Press Office says that Pope Francis’ condition is “stable”, and he is “continuing with the prescribed treatment”.
Faith in action: JRS stands with refugees amid US aid cuts
The recent decision by the United States government to freeze foreign aid has sent shockwaves through humanitarian organizations, leaving thousands of vulnerable refugees in precarious situations. Among the organizations profoundly affected is the Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), which provides support and accompaniment to displaced people worldwide.
Jubilee. Artists attend White Night in St. Peter’s Basilica
St. Peter’s Basilica hosts the “White Night “(Notte Bianca) of the Artists organized on 16 February by the Vatican Dicastery for Culture and Education as part of the Jubilee of Artists and the World of Culture taking place from 15-18 February.
Finding security beyond wealth and poverty
As the Church marks the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Abbot Marion Nguyen offers his thoughts on the day’s liturgical readings from the Gospel of Luke.
African bishops urge prayer, fasting as DRC conflict escalates
The bishops in Africa have asked the community in the continent to unite in a triduum of prayer and fasting, from March 3-5 2025, for God’s intervention to end the ongoing conflicts in parts of Africa and for comfort to the afflicted.
Churches in Jerusalem: Displacement plan for Gaza is inhumane
The heads of the Churches in Jerusalem slam President Trumps plan to "take over" and redevelop Gaza, saying it is a fundamental assault on the human dignity of the Gazan people, and urge world leaders to instead take swift and decisive action to halt the humanitarian catastrophe in the Strip.
Pope's complex clinical picture requires longer hospitalization
The Holy See Press Office releases an update on Pope Francis' health as he is treated for a respiratory infection in hospital, noting that his complex clinical picture requires an adequate time of treatment in the hospital, and, accordingly, that his Wednesday General Audience this week is therefore cancelled.
Cardinal Bo prays for priest brutally killed in Myanmar, appeals for end to violence
Cardinal Charles Maung Bo of Yangon prays for Father Donald Martin Ye Naing Win, a priest from the Archdiocese of Mandalay, who was brutally killed in Myanmar by militants, as the leader of the nation's bishops appeals for an end to the violence and for all to be done to ensure such incidents do not take place in the future.
In the West Bank, schools are collateral victims of war
As the attention in the Holy Land focuses on the war in Gaza, life in the West Bank also becomes increasingly difficult. As Israeli settlements expand, military incursions intensify, and road closures disrupt daily life, Christian schools - longstanding pillars of coexistence - become collateral victims.
Pope’s health stable as he continues therapy in hospital
The Sunday evening update on Pope Francis’ health condition as he is treated for a respiratory infection in hospital says the Holy Father’s therapy continues normally.
Concern grows over ongoing fighting in Sudan
In his appeals for peace in the Angelus, Pope Francis prayed for countries facing violence, particularly the devasting civil war in Sudan.
Pope Francis has restful night and continues his therapy in hospital
The Holy See Press Office provides an update on Pope Francis' health condition following his hospitalization for bronchitis on Friday.
Pope Francis calls for peace and unity in Angelus address
The Holy See Press Office releases the Angelus address of Pope Francis as he continues his recovery at Gemelli Hospital. In his message, the Pope highlights the role of art in uniting people and asks for prayers for peace in conflict zones.
Pope: Artists help humanity 'not to lose its way'
The Cardinal Prefect of the Dicastery for Culture and Education delivers Pope Francis' homily during the Mass for the Jubilee of Artists and the World of Culture. In it, he says artists have a crucial role, not only in creating beauty and revealing truth and goodness, but in posing questions about time and purpose.
Pope resting in hospital, tests show improvement
A Holy See Press Office communiqué to journalists says Pope Francis’ medical therapy has been slightly adjusted and tests show improvement in certain health parameters. The Holy Father was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Friday morning following a bout of bronchitis.
DRC fighting prompts international calls for a ceasefire
The European Union says it is considering taking urgent measures amid deadly fighting in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as residents of Bukavu, the country’s second-largest city in the east, reportedly fled by the thousands on Saturday to escape the advance of M23 Rwanda-backed rebels.
Cardinal Parolin: 'We need an inclusive approach to peace'
In a wide-ranging interview with Italian newspaper L’Eco di Bergamo the Vatican Secretary of State reiterates the urgent need for a multilateral ‘diplomacy of hope’ and for “courage” to negotiate peace.
Ivan Marchuk: Art as a call to compassion
“Epic Reality” is the title of an exhibition by renowned Ukrainian artist, Ivan Marchuk. It is showing in Rome until February 24, the date that marks the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
Hamas releases three Israeli hostages
Ukraine: anniversary of Russian invasion to become national day of prayer
On February 24, Ukraine will hold a national day of prayer, marking the third anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion. Oleksandr Yazlovetskiy, the Auxiliary Bishop of Kyiv- Žitomir, tells Vatican News that the day will be “an expression of gratitude to God for saving our country from Russian occupation, and an invocation that the Lord may grant a speedy and just peace.”