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Tanzania: Diocese of Mbeya to celebrate Sunday Mass for victims of election violence
The Catholic Diocese of Mbeya in Tanzania has issued a diocesan invitation to all parishes, church institutions, and the Catholic faithful to observe this coming Sunday with special prayers for the deceased victims of post-election violence, as well as for those recovering from injuries.
Holy See reaffirms support for Haiti and calls for care for Creation
The Holy See reaffirms its solidarity with the people of Haiti and those affected by Hurricane Melissa, urging renewed global commitment to peace, stability, and environmental care.
News from the Orient - Nov 6, 2025
In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: All Saints' Day is celebrated in the East, Romanian Catholic bishops meet to pick a new head, and the Eastern Orthodox Patriarch meets with Catholic Bishops in France.
Leaders of European Churches discuss updated Charta Oecumenica as tool for peace
The day after signing the updated Charta Oecumenica, the Presidents of the Council of European Bishops’ Conferences (CCEE) and the Conference of European Churches (CEC) speak with Vatican News about the significance of the ecumenical gesture and how it follows Pope Leo's call to work toward peace together in today's broken world.
Pope Leo: Fidelity is born from encounter with the Risen Christ
Pope Leo XIV encourages two women’s religious congregations meeting for their General Chapters to root their renewal in prayer and the encounter with the Risen Christ.
Bahrain: Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus declared a Sanctuary
Bishop Aldo Berardi expresses joy for the declaration of Manama’s Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus as a Sanctuary, calling it a historic moment for dialogue and tolerance in Bahrain.
Pope meets with Palestinian President, says action on Gaza is 'urgent'
Pope Leo meets with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, discussing the “urgent need” for an end to the conflict in Gaza and for the entry of humanitarian aid.
Pope: New Charta Oecumenica bears witness to shared journey of European Churches
Pope Leo XIV meets with signatories to the new Charta Oecumenica, and invites European Bishops of various Christian Churches to listen to one another in order to preach the Gospel of Christ more effectively.
Mary Ward’s vision fulfilled as two congregations merge
Venerable Mary Ward, foundress of the spiritual family that would become the Congregation of Jesus (CJ) and the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary (IBVM, the Loreto Sisters), long desired that her followers be one body. That vision has effectively been realized this week, as the two congregations, present in over 40 countries, are now united as a single institute.
Palestinian President visits tomb of Pope Francis
Upon his arrival in Rome, the leader of the State of Palestine visits the Basilica of St. Mary Major for a moment of reflection before the tomb of the late Pope Francis.
Filippino archbishop calls on Catholics to open homes to typhoon survivors
As the 20th typhoon of the season hits the Philippines, the Archbishop of Cebu urges the Catholic community to open the doors of their homes, churches, and institutions to those in need.
‘Ministry of Hope’ Catholic Forum on Mental Well-Being opens in Rome
A three-day international Catholic conference is underway in Rome on 5-7 November with the goal of strengthening the Church's pastoral engagement with mental wellbeing, as experts from around the world gather to share experiences, reflect, and pray together.
Catholic bishops and NGO invite world leaders to "act courageously" at COP30
A statement signed by two bishops who lead USCCB committees and the president of Catholic Relief Services urge world leaders to protect our common home at COP30. They warn that “failing to steward God’s creation, ignores our responsibility as one human family.”
Pope Leo XIV: Priesthood is ‘total gift'
Pope Leo XIV sends a letter to the seminary in Peru where he once served as professor, and encourages candidates for the priesthood to “give constant witness of fidelity and love.”
Pope Leo: Pray for victims of war, do not forget people of Myanmar
Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to pray for people suffering in countries at war, praying in particular for Myanmar, which has been ravaged by years of civil conflict and internal unrest.
Pope at Audience: Christ's Resurrection brings hope to darkness of human history
At the Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV highlights that Christ’s Resurrection can bring direction to our daily lives, fulfill our thirst for meaning, and transmit hope to the world.
Pope: ‘Spiritual rights’ of migrant detainees must be respected
In remarks to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo calls for “deep reflection” on the treatment of migrants in the United States, urges "dialogue" between the US and Venezuela, warns that the Israel-Hamas peace deal is "very fragile", and expresses his hope that the trial of ex-Jesuit Marko Rupnik will "bring clarity and justice for everyone involved".
Cameroon: Genuine dialogue is the only way forward, says Archbishop Nkea
This week, as the world shifted its gaze from post-electoral turmoil in Cameroon to Tanzania, the Archbishop of Bamenda and President of the National Episcopal Conference of Cameroon, Archbishop Andrew Nkea Fuanya, shares some of his thoughts with Vatican News on what could be the way forward for Cameroon. Archbishop Nkea was in Rome recently, leading over 100 “Pilgrims of Hope" visiting Rome and other holy sites for the 2025 Jubilee of Hope. The pilgrimage, which started on 24 October, conclude
Pope's November prayer intention: 'for the prevention of suicide'
Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of November, inviting the faithful to pray for 'the prevention of suicide' and for those living in darkness and despair.
Restarting the Economy: Rethinking Economics in the Light of the Jubilee
From 28 to 30 November, in Castel Gandolfo, Restarting the Economy — the global meeting promoted by The Economy of Francesco — will take place. An international event aimed at rethinking the economy in light of the Jubilee, focusing on social justice, care for the Earth, and freedom from debt.