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Pope in Türkiye: Let us build bridges of fraternity and peace
On his first Apostolic Journey abroad, Pope Leo XIV addresses authorities in Ankara, urging Türkiye to embrace its vocation as a bridge between cultures, faiths, and continents, and calling the world to reject division and pursue dialogue.
Pope Leo visits Atatürk Mausoleum in Ankara
Pope Leo XIV’s first engagement upon his arrival in Türkiye on Thursday morning is a visit to the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, where he signs the Book of Honour.
Pope Leo to journalists: Visit 'a message of unity and peace'
Aboard the papal plane to Ankara, Pope Leo XIV greets over 80 journalists, who present him with several gifts, such as a baseball bat, pictures of his time as a missionary, and a pumpkin pie, and he describes his Apostolic Journey to Türkiye and Lebanon as seeking to promote peace and unity.
Pope Leo XIV departs for Türkiye on his first Apostolic Journey
Pope Leo XIV departs from Rome’s Fiumicino Airport as he begins his first Apostolic Journey, which takes him to Türkiye and Lebanon to offer a sign of unity and peace.
Pope: 'Virtual connection' cannot replace human relationships
Pope Leo meets with some 160 men and women religious from the Union of Superiors General, encouraging them to make good use of the “extraordinary opportunities” offered by technology—so long as these don't come at the expense of human connection.
SACBC Justice and Peace Commission commends G20 resolutions
The Justice and Peace Commission of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has welcomed and commended the key resolutions emerging from the recent G20 Leaders’ Summit, recognising their alignment with long-standing calls for global justice, solidarity, and inclusive development.
Pope’s December prayer intention: ‘For Christians in areas of conflict’
Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of December, and invites the faithful to pray that Christians living in the midst of war may be seeds of peace.
Mozambique: Archbishop of Nampula’s urgent appeal for 30,000 displaced people in Memba
The Archbishop of Nampula and President of the Episcopal Conference of Mozambique, Archbishop Inacio Saure, has issued an urgent plea for immediate humanitarian support to aid over 30,000 displaced individuals in the Alua district of Memba.
‘On the paths of unity and peace:’ Pope Leo XIV’s first Apostolic Journey
As Pope Leo XIV prepares to depart on his first Apostolic Journey, which takes him to Türkiye and Lebanon on November 27 to December 2, our Editorial Director explores the visit as a sign of unity and peace for the Middle East.
Caballero: ‘Positive signs for Holy See’s finances, now realism and prudence’
The Prefect of the Secretariat for the Economy, Maximino Caballero Ledo, explains the Holy See’s 2024 Financial Statements, saying they show “significant progress in consolidating the Holy See’s economic situation.”
Holy See closes 2024 with a surplus of 1.6 million euro
The Secretariat for the Economy publishes the Consolidated Financial Statements for 2024, revealing a possible financial turning point that will require confirmation in the future.
Pope asks for prayers ahead of visit to Türkiye and Lebanon
At the General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on his upcoming Apostolic Visit to Türkiye and Lebanon, calling them two countries “rich in history and spirituality.”
Thai Church launches urgent relief as historic floods devastate Hat Yai
The Catholic Church in Thailand has begun coordinating rapid relief efforts after days of historic rainfall inundated Hat Yai and nearby districts, triggering a widening state of emergency across the South.
Pope Leo: Theology must explore all aspects of human science
Pope Leo XIV encourages theologians to apply their reflection to all other sciences, so that people may better understand how to confront the challenges that face the Church and humanity.
Pope at Audience: Only hope in Christ can give our lives meaning
At the Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the mystery of life, and recalls that God’s love gives our lives meaning as we participate in giving life to others.
Cardinal Parolin: Pope a 'messenger of harmony, dialogue, peace in Middle East'
As Pope Leo XIV prepares to visit Türkiye and Lebanon, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin emphasizes the importance of the Apostolic Journey for ecumenical and interreligious dialogue, as well as his role as a sign of hope and peace.
Pope: In Nicaea a message of unity for Christians, in Lebanon for peace
At Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV answers journalists’ questions outside Villa Barberini. He describes his upcoming apostolic journey to Türkiye and Lebanon as a trip marked by hope and peace. On Ukraine and the Middle East, he urges always seeking dialogue to end war. Regarding efforts to stop violence against women on the day dedicated to the issue, he says that mentalities must change beginning with the education of young people.
Voice of peace and hope: Pope Leo's visit to Türkiye and Lebanon
The director of the Holy See Press Office presents Pope Leo XIV’s first apostolic journey that takes him to Türkiye and Lebanon, emphasising ecumenical commemoration, interreligious dialogue, and support for local Christian communities. The visit includes historic and symbolic encounters, meetings with civil and religious leaders, and gestures of solidarity amid regional challenges.
UN: 50,000 women killed in one year
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, new UN figures highlight the scale of gender-based violence. As online abuse is on the rise, Sister Abby Avelino of Talitha Kum shines the light on the plight of millions of trafficked women and girls.
Gaza shortages still blight daily life
Food is slowly returning to the shelves in Gaza but the situation is still difficult and supplies remain in shortage. I
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