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Pope to Anglican bishops: ‘Patient dialogue’ needed on papal primacy
Posted on 05/2/2024 02:50 AM ()
Speaking to the Primates of the Anglican Communion, Pope Francis says that even the very earliest Christians had their disagreements.
Pope to parish priests: 'The Church couldn't go on without your dedication'
Posted on 05/2/2024 02:44 AM ()
Pope Francis sends a letter to parish priests taking part in the International Meeting “Parish Priests for the Synod” and underscores, regardless of how obvious it may seem, that the Church couldn't go on without their love, faith and dedication.
In May, Vatican to offer special Marian tour of Pope's gardens
Posted on 05/1/2024 06:02 AM ()
For the month of May, which is dedicated to the Virgin Mary, the Vatican Museums are offering a tour of the Pope’s gardens every Wednesday and Saturday dedicated to Marian spirituality.
Blinken in push for Gaza peace deal
Posted on 05/1/2024 06:02 AM ()
On the third day of his Middle East tour, America’s top diplomat – Anthony Blinken – has been meeting with Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, in Jerusalem.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby endorses Rome Call for AI ethics
Posted on 05/1/2024 03:24 AM ()
The Archbishop of Canterbury endorses the "Rome Call" effort for ethical development of artificial intelligence, saying “Let us all work to ensure that the dignity of every human being, created by God, not for profit or productivity, is central to all we do.”
Upholding the dignity of workers and eradicating child labour
Posted on 05/1/2024 02:07 AM ()
The 1 May is marked annually as International Workers Day, also known as Labour Day. It is a day in which workers are celebrated for their presence, contribution and achievements in society.
Pope denounces arms industry and condemns profitting from death
Posted on 05/1/2024 01:09 AM ()
Pope Francis prays for victims of war in Ukraine, Palestine, Israel, and Myanmar, highlighting how, unfortunately, the most profitable investments are those linked to the arms industry.
Pope prays for victims of floods in Kenya
Posted on 05/1/2024 00:38 AM ()
Pope Francis expresses closeness to all those affected by the severe floods that have devastated the East African country of Kenya causing at least 170 deaths, massive displacement and destruction.
Pope at Audience: Faith is first gift of Christian life
Posted on 05/1/2024 00:30 AM ()
Pope Francis continues his series of catecheses on the virtues and vices, focusing this week on faith, the first of the theological virtues.
South Sudan: Where are Fr Luke and his driver?
Posted on 04/30/2024 08:55 AM ()
South Sudan’s Diocese of Tombura-Yambio is desperately searching for Fr. Luke Yugue and his driver, Mr Michael Gbeko. The duo left Nagero County for Tombura on Saturday, 27 April, but did not arrive at their destination. Their whereabouts are unknown.