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Cardinal Parolin: Vatican diplomacy increasingly at the service of peace
The Cardinal Secretary of State highlights the fundamental aspects of the reform of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy. An institution, the Cardinal says, called by Pope Francis to form witnesses of faith at the service of the Church, committed to building bridges of dialogue and justice
Church in Myanmar celebrates Holy Week amid the rubble
Despite the humanitarian crisis plaguing Myanmar due to war and the recent crippling earthquake, the Church in the country moves forward with faith and hope this Holy Week, even if it means celebrating liturgies before collapsed churches and the rubble.
Pope reforms ‘school of Nuncios’
In a chirograph published on Tuesday, Pope Francis renews the academic program for Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy, known as the Accademia, which prepares the Holy See’s diplomats for their work.
Pope prepares Via Crucis mediations
The Holy See Press Office shares that Pope Francis continues to show improvements and announces that the Pope wrote the meditations for the Good Friday Via Crucis at Rome's Colosseum.
Vatican suppresses Sodality of Christian Life
The Superior General of the Sodalitium of Christian Life (SCV), José David Correa González, signs the decree that definitively dissolves the society of apostolic life following accusations of abuse and corruption by the founder and leadership of the group.
Antoni Gaudí, known as “God’s architect,” declared Venerable
The Pope recognizes miracle attributed to a religious sister from India, the martyrdom of an Italian missionary; and the heroic virtues of "God's architect" and three priests.
A beacon of hope for children affected by HIV/AIDS in India
In a country where HIV/AIDS still carries a deep stigma, a small residential school in Jharkhand is transforming lives. Snehdeep Holy Cross Residential School in Banahappa provides education, healthcare, and a haven for children infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. Launched in 2014 with just 45 students, it now serves 230 children, proving that compassion and perseverance can break barriers.
Israeli airstrike forces Gaza hospital to shut down
On Sunday, an Israeli airstrike struck the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City, severely damaging infrastructure and forcing its closure.
Rwanda’s Diocese of Cyangugu and DRC’s Archdiocese of Bukavu hail solidarity visit
Bishop Edouard Sinayobye, the Bishop of the Diocese of Cyangugu in Rwanda, recently visited the Archdiocese of Bukavu in the Democratic Republic of Congo to express solidarity and friendship. This symbolic visit underscores the deep and historical ties between these two sister churches, which are united not only by geographical proximity—less than an hour’s walk separates the dioceses—but also by a sincere fraternal spirit and shared commitments to peace and justice.
At the Holy Sepulchre, a shared celebration of Easter this year
Fr. Mark Vertido Palafox, OFM, a Franciscan friar of the Custody of the Holy Land, describes the liturgical celebrations during Holy Week and Easter in Jerusalem. This year marks a special year in that the date of Easter falls on the same day for the various Christian traditions.
DDF head blesses statue of Mary, Mystical Rose
The prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith blesses a statue of Mary, “Mystical Rose” – following the decision last summer by the Dicastery saying there is no objection to devotion to Our Lady under that title.
Churches celebrate special Way of the Cross for POWs and peace in Kyiv
Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, the Apostolic Nuncio in Ukraine, speaks to Vatican News about the deep meaning of a special ecumenical Way of the Cross he presided over in Kiyv on April 11 ahead of the Holy Week with the participation of former prisoners and war amputees.
Bloody Palm Sunday. Archbishop Kulbokas: 'May God have mercy on us’
As Ukraine mourns the victims of the brutal missile attack in Sumy on Palm Sunday, the Apostolic Nuncio in Ukraine says there’s nothing left to do but to turn to God, because no human force seems capable to stop the carnage and bring peace in the war-torn nation.
Cardinal Pizzaballa on Palm Sunday: ‘Love is stronger than fear’
In his Palm Sunday message from Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa urged Christians to remain steadfast in faith amid ongoing hardships and to respond to hatred with peace, to division with unity.
Brutal Sudan conflict nears second anniversary
As Pope Francis appeals for an end to the war in Siudan, over 100 civilians, including at least 20 children and a medical team, lose their lives in a wave of attacks in Sudan's western Darfur region.
New Decree clarifies discipline on Mass Intentions and collective offerings
The Dicastery for the Clergy issues a Decree, approved by Pope Francis, updating the norms on Mass intentions. Effective Easter Sunday 2025.
Christians in Iraqi Kurdistan gather for ecumenical Palm Sunday procession
In a shared witness of faith and unity, the Christian community of Ankawa, Erbil, gathered on the eve of Palm Sunday for the 14th annual Ecumenical Palm Sunday Procession under the theme, “Hosanna in the highest, blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord.”
Pope Francis greets pilgrims on Palm Sunday in Saint Peter's Square
Pope Francis wishes pilgrims a "Happy Palm Sunday and Happy Holy Week" in person during a surprise visit to Saint Peter's Square at the conclusion of the Mass presided over by Cardinal Leonardo Sandri on his behalf.
Pope gives thanks for prayers of closeness and prays for those who suffer
On Palm Sunday Pope Francis reflects on the account of the Lord’s Passion and encourages believers to nurture faith, and like Jesus, feel enveloped by the providential and merciful embrace of the Father.
Pope appeals for end to war in Sudan
On the eve of Holy Week, Pope Francis renews his call for dialogue in war-torn Sudan and asks the international community to provide humanitarian assistance to the beleaguered population. He does not neglect to also to pray for Lebanon and other countries wracked by conflict and violence across the globe.