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Pope at Armed Forces Jubilee Mass: Be courageous witnesses of God's love
During his homily at the Jubilee of Armed Forces Mass on Sunday, Pope Francis entrusts their efforts to Christ, recalling that turning to Him in constant prayer is a source of strength for their important duties. He praises chaplains providing accompaniment, saying, "they are in your midst as the presence of Christ."
Ecuador to hold presidential elections on Sunday
Ecuadorians go to the polls on Sunday to elect a President and a National Assembly, with a runoff set for April 20th if there is not an outright winner in the first round.
Three more Israeli hostages released by Hamas
In the fifth planned exchange in the Gaza ceasefire deal, Hamas releases three Israeli hostages with Israel expected to release 183 prisoners and detainees in return.
Archbishop Gallagher: ‘We need to have the courage of peace’
At a Conference organized in Rome as part of the Jubilee of the Armed Forces, Police, and Security Agent, the Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations highlights that peace requires the courage to build an order based on justice and charity, safeguarding of our common home, and the promotion of the of the common good.
Holy See appeals for resuming peace talks in DRC
Addressing the 37th Special Session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva Apostolic Nuncio Ettore Balestrero reiterates Pope Francis’ plea for peace in East DRC and for protecting civilians.
Nigeria Conference of Women Religious against Human Trafficking commemorate Bahkita Day
8 February every year is earmarked as the feast of Saint Josephine Bahkita, the patron saint of victims of human trafficking. It is internationally known in the Catholic Church as the day Catholic Sisters, with their partners and collaborators, pray against human trafficking, sensitise people and reaffirm their stand against human trafficking.
Cardinal Czerny: Integrate migrant ministry in pastoral programmes
Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, has emphasized the importance of incorporating the Church’s ministry to migrants, refugees and displaced persons into local pastoral programmes.
Pope stresses importance of meaningful prayer within families
Meeting with the Executive Committee of the II International Congress of Confraternities and Popular Piety that took place in Seville, Spain, in December, Pope Francis emphasizes the importance of prayer, especially within families, and of showing abounding love and respect for one another.
Lord's Day Reflection: There is always hope for each of us
As the Church celebrates the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr Edmund Power offers his thoughts on the day's liturgical readings, focusing on the call of St Peter
On the trail of Egypt’s Christians
A dozen young people from France embark on a journey across Egypt with Catholic charity L'Œuvre d'Orient. Over the course of a week, they discover the country’s Christian history through encounters with religious groups and the communities that they assist.
Pope: Vocation means perceiving the needs of others
In the message for a three-day Congress on vocation in Spain, Pope Francis invites us to always make our talents bear fruit. This is the ultimate purpose of existence, he says: “Wherever God sends you, bring him along: to your office, to your family, to your apostolate”.
News from the Orient – February 7, 2025
In this week's news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: French-language Catholic schools hold a meeting in Cairo, the EU extends its observer mission in Armenia, and the Catholic community in Ethiopia gets its newest bishop.
The Church standing by migrants between Mexico and the U.S.
Speaking to Vatican Media, Bishop José Guadalupe Torres Campos of Ciudad Juárez says that President Trump’s anti-immigration policies have created a climate of fear and uncertainty and that the Church remains steadfast in its mission to promote hope.
Pope: Defend human dignity, eliminate human trafficking
Pope Francis releases a message to mark the 11th International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking, and praises the work of those combating the scourge of modern slavery.
Jubilee of Armed Forces: 'Without hope, we would have nothing'
More than 30,000 military personnel, police, and veterans will celebrate a two-day Jubilee event in the Vatican dedicated to recognizing their service of bringing hope to people globally.
Human trafficking: Voices and stories of hope and healing
On the occasion of the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking on February 8th, a moving event took place in Rome in which victims shared experiences of their suffering, dreams, and hopes. Sister Abby Avelino, international coordinator of Talitha Kum, said: "Without networking among various NGOs, associations, and congregations, we would be unable to do our work. And together, we must help the survivors."
Pope praises Talitha Kum's unceasing efforts to combat global scourge of trafficking
This Week of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking, Pope Francis praises the Talitha Kum network for its global and hands-on efforts to combat the worldwide and unabated scourge of human trafficking.
Catholic Bishops of Burundi, DRC and Rwanda express solidarity with the people of Goma
Bishops of the Association of Episcopal Conferences of Central Africa (ACEAC), comprising the episcopal conferences of Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Rwanda, have condemned the war in the DRC’s City of Goma as an aggravated assault on a people already vulnerable and distressed. The Bishops call on political parties, combatants, the region’s young men and women, and the international community to engage in dialogue that should lead to the peaceful resolution of the crisis.
The monastery healing Iraq's religious divides
Fr. Jens Petzold, a Swiss priest based in the Kurdistan region of northern Iraq, speaks to Vatican News about his work building inter-religious solidarity, helping refugees, and serving the tiny, ever-changing population of local Christians.
Caritas Asia vows to sustain services amid USAID funding cutbacks
Caritas Asia has vowed to continue its work in supporting migrants and refugees across the region, despite the impact of the U.S. Agency for International Development’s (USAID) funding shutdown on humanitarian operations.