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What countries did Pope Francis visit in 2023 and what did he say?
Pope Francis maintained a busy travel schedule in 2023, visiting six different countries on three separate continents despite being one of the oldest popes in Church history and enduring ongoing struggles with poor health. READ MORE & WATCH VIDEOS:
Ukrainian President thanks Pope for support for peace efforts in Ukraine.
Pope Francis has spoken by phone with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who thanked the Pope for his support for the Peace Formula involving more than 80 States. READ MORE:
Watch Pope Francis meets with Iran's new ambassador to the Holy See.
In Iran, 96% of the population is Muslim and the Vatican has been building closer relations with the country both religiously and politically. WATCH VIDEO:
Vatican approves blessings for same-sex couples in landmark ruling.
The Vatican said on Monday in a landmark ruling approved by Pope Francis that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples as long as they are not part of regular Church rituals or liturgies. READ MORE:
The Vatican said on Monday in a landmark ruling approved by Pope Francis that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples as long as they are not part of regular Church rituals or liturgies. READ MORE:
Pope: COP28 – scrap fossil fuels, protect poor.
In a wide-ranging message to COP28 delegates, Pope Francis added his voice to calls for an end to fossil fuels and for “debt forgiveness” for poorer countries hit by climate change. Francis, who has made defending the environment central to his papacy’s social teaching, is the first Pope to address the Conference of the Parties (COP). READ MORE:
Pope Francis urges religious leaders to work together for peace and climate.
Pope Francis sends a video message for the inauguration of the "Faith Pavilion" during COP28 in Dubai, and highlights the need for alliances that promote care for Creation and peace.
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Pope Francis sends a video message for the inauguration of the "Faith Pavilion" during COP28 in Dubai, and highlights the need for alliances that promote care for Creation and peace.
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COP28 begins discussions on phasing out fossil fuels.
As COP28 in Dubai enters the heart of discussions over fossil fuels, the Director of the climate programme at the Institute for Sustainable Development and International Relations (IDDRI) explains the critical importance of words used in the final text to be agreed by world leaders by 12 December. READ MORE:
Archbishop Broglio sealed the Holy Door at the National Shrine. What is a Holy Door?
The doors at the entrance to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., will function as a Holy Door throughout the Jubilee Year of 2025 — but what does that mean for pilgrims who walk through them? READ MORE:
The doors at the entrance to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., will function as a Holy Door throughout the Jubilee Year of 2025 — but what does that mean for pilgrims who walk through them? READ MORE:
Pope Francis meets with President of Paraguay
Paraguyan President Santiago Peña Palacios meets with Pope Francis, and discusses peace, environmental protection, and campaigns against poverty with Holy See diplomats. READ MORE:
Vatican draws line on women’s ordination and homosexuality in new letter to German bishops
The Vatican has informed German bishops in writing that the ordination of women and changes in the Church’s teaching on homosexuality cannot be subjects of discussion in the upcoming meetings with delegates of the German Synodal Way in Rome. READ MORE:
Pope Francis meets with President of Cyprus
Pope Francis holds a private audience with the President of Cyprus, Nikos Christodoulides, who then discusses the war in the Holy Land at the Secretariat of State. READ MORE:
Pope speaks by phone with Argentine President-elect Milei
The Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, confirmed on Tuesday evening that Pope Francis has spoken by phone with Javier Milei. News of the phone call had earlier circulated on Argentine media outlets.
Mr. Milei, who leads the political coalition “Liberty Advances”, won Sunday’s presidential elections in a run-off ballot, beating Sergio Massi by a margin of 56% to 44%. READ MORE:
The Director of the Holy See Press Office, Matteo Bruni, confirmed on Tuesday evening that Pope Francis has spoken by phone with Javier Milei. News of the phone call had earlier circulated on Argentine media outlets.
Mr. Milei, who leads the political coalition “Liberty Advances”, won Sunday’s presidential elections in a run-off ballot, beating Sergio Massi by a margin of 56% to 44%. READ MORE:
Buddhist-Christian scholars unite to champion compassion for healing.
Buddhist and Catholic scholars gathered in Bangkok for the seventh Buddhist-Christian Colloquium, fostering an alliance built on compassion to heal the world’s wounds.
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Pope speaks with Iran president, confirms call for ceasefire.
ROME –Pope Francis spoke by phone with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Sunday about the situation in Gaza, marking the latest such call with international leaders focused on ensuring access to humanitarian aid and pursuing ceasefire efforts. The call, confirmed by Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni on Vatican News, the Vatican’s formal state-run media platform, took place at Raisi’s request. Bruni did not provide any details about the conversation. READ MORE:
ROME –Pope Francis spoke by phone with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi on Sunday about the situation in Gaza, marking the latest such call with international leaders focused on ensuring access to humanitarian aid and pursuing ceasefire efforts. The call, confirmed by Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni on Vatican News, the Vatican’s formal state-run media platform, took place at Raisi’s request. Bruni did not provide any details about the conversation. READ MORE:
Pope hears details of Scotland’s growing Catholic-Protestant friendship.
LEICESTER, United Kingdom – Pope Francis praised the growing relations between Catholics and Protestants in Scotland during a meeting with leaders of the Church of Scotland last week.
“We talked how we both recognized ourselves in what is happening to the ordinary people there, and how we need to recognize our common humanity more openly,” said Rt. Rev. Sally Foster-Fulton, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, on Nov. 4. READ MORE:
LEICESTER, United Kingdom – Pope Francis praised the growing relations between Catholics and Protestants in Scotland during a meeting with leaders of the Church of Scotland last week.
“We talked how we both recognized ourselves in what is happening to the ordinary people there, and how we need to recognize our common humanity more openly,” said Rt. Rev. Sally Foster-Fulton, the Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, on Nov. 4. READ MORE:
Pope, Palestinian leader discuss Gaza, including call for cease-fire
ROME – Pope Francis and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas spoke Thursday over the phone about the latest developments in the Gaza, stressing the need to seek avenues for peace and calling for humanitarian corridors to allow aid into the region. The phone call between Abbas and Pope Francis focused not only on the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, but also on Jerusalem and the West Bank. READ MORE:
ROME – Pope Francis and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas spoke Thursday over the phone about the latest developments in the Gaza, stressing the need to seek avenues for peace and calling for humanitarian corridors to allow aid into the region. The phone call between Abbas and Pope Francis focused not only on the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, but also on Jerusalem and the West Bank. READ MORE:
Pope suggests blessings for same-sex unions may be possible.
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has suggested there could be ways to bless same-sex unions, responding to five conservative cardinals who challenged him to affirm church teaching on homosexuality ahead of a big meeting where LGBTQ+ Catholics are on the agenda. READ MORE:
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has suggested there could be ways to bless same-sex unions, responding to five conservative cardinals who challenged him to affirm church teaching on homosexuality ahead of a big meeting where LGBTQ+ Catholics are on the agenda. READ MORE:
Mongolian Ambassador: Pope’s visit promotes peace in the region.
As she looks forward to welcoming Pope Francis to her country, Mongolia’s Ambassador to the Holy See, Ms. Gerelmaa Davaasuren, expresses gratitude for the historic visit, which she says will showcase Mongolia on the global stage and promote interfaith dialogue and respect for diverse beliefs, “a great contribution to maintaining peace and stability in our region and the world.” READ MORE:
As she looks forward to welcoming Pope Francis to her country, Mongolia’s Ambassador to the Holy See, Ms. Gerelmaa Davaasuren, expresses gratitude for the historic visit, which she says will showcase Mongolia on the global stage and promote interfaith dialogue and respect for diverse beliefs, “a great contribution to maintaining peace and stability in our region and the world.” READ MORE:
Marseille: Pope meets French President Emmanuel Macron
On Saturday 23 September, Pope Francis met twice with the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron.
In a first, brief encounter, the two leaders greeted each other on the front terrace of the auditorium under the Palais du Pharo in Marseille. READ MORE:
On Saturday 23 September, Pope Francis met twice with the President of the French Republic, Emmanuel Macron.
In a first, brief encounter, the two leaders greeted each other on the front terrace of the auditorium under the Palais du Pharo in Marseille. READ MORE:
Pope arrives in Marseille for Mediterranean Meetings
Pope Francis begins his two-day visit to the French port city of Marseille for the concluding session of the Mediterranean Meetings. The Pope, who will meet French President Emanuel Macron, is also scheduled to lead a prayer service and interfaith meeting and celebrate Holy Mass before heading back to the Vatican on Saturday evening. WATCH NEWS VIDEO:
Pope Francis begins his two-day visit to the French port city of Marseille for the concluding session of the Mediterranean Meetings. The Pope, who will meet French President Emanuel Macron, is also scheduled to lead a prayer service and interfaith meeting and celebrate Holy Mass before heading back to the Vatican on Saturday evening. WATCH NEWS VIDEO:
Pope Francis, former President Clinton to have ‘special conversation’ at foundation meeting
Pope Francis and former President Bill Clinton will discuss pressing issues facing the world next week at the annual meeting of the Clinton Foundation’s global humanitarian effort, the Clinton Foundation revealed on Thursday. READ MORE:
Pope Francis concludes his Apostolic Journey to Mongolia
On his final day in Monoglia, the Pope celebrated Mass in private at the Apostolic Prefecture, and expressed his gratitude to the staff and Cardinal Giorgio Marengo, the Apostolic Prefect of Ulaanbaatar, who has accompanied the Holy Father throughout his visit. READ MORE:
Note how Pope Francis always has the red carpet rolled out as those he is royalty.
On his final day in Monoglia, the Pope celebrated Mass in private at the Apostolic Prefecture, and expressed his gratitude to the staff and Cardinal Giorgio Marengo, the Apostolic Prefect of Ulaanbaatar, who has accompanied the Holy Father throughout his visit. READ MORE:
Note how Pope Francis always has the red carpet rolled out as those he is royalty.
Cardinal Parolin: Pope visits Mongolia as 'a pilgrim of hope for whole world'
In an interview with Vatican Media, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin describes Pope Francis' upcoming Apostolic Visit to Mongolia as a journey to confirm the country's "small and lively" Catholic community and to strengthen the ties between the Holy See and the Asian nation. READ MORE:
In an interview with Vatican Media, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin describes Pope Francis' upcoming Apostolic Visit to Mongolia as a journey to confirm the country's "small and lively" Catholic community and to strengthen the ties between the Holy See and the Asian nation. READ MORE:
Mongolian Ambassador: Pope’s visit promotes peace in the region
As she looks forward to welcoming Pope Francis to her country, Mongolia’s Ambassador to the Holy See, Ms. Gerelmaa Davaasuren, expresses gratitude for the historic visit, which she says will showcase Mongolia on the global stage and promote interfaith dialogue and respect for diverse beliefs, “a great contribution to maintaining peace and stability in our region and the world.” READ MORE:
As she looks forward to welcoming Pope Francis to her country, Mongolia’s Ambassador to the Holy See, Ms. Gerelmaa Davaasuren, expresses gratitude for the historic visit, which she says will showcase Mongolia on the global stage and promote interfaith dialogue and respect for diverse beliefs, “a great contribution to maintaining peace and stability in our region and the world.” READ MORE:
Pope Francis meets with President Katalin Novák of Hungary
The war in Ukraine, family and Christian values, and religious freedom and persecution, were at the center of Pope Francis' most recent encounter with the President of the Republic of Hungary, Ms. Katalin Novák, in the Vatican on Friday. READ MORE:
Christians should be open to change, says Pope
Important characteristics for Christians include being open to change while firm in faith, says Pope Francis. But that is not the same as being rigid and unwilling to bend out of compassion for another. READ MORE:
Note: The word of God does not change and Jesus said... "It is written" Matt 4:4-10
Important characteristics for Christians include being open to change while firm in faith, says Pope Francis. But that is not the same as being rigid and unwilling to bend out of compassion for another. READ MORE:
Note: The word of God does not change and Jesus said... "It is written" Matt 4:4-10
Pope Francis meets U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman Gen. Mark Milley
Pope Francis had a private audience on Monday at the Vatican with U.S. Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Milley, a Catholic, is the U.S.’s highest-ranking military officer and the principal military adviser to the president, secretary of defense, and National Security Council. READ MORE:
Pope Francis had a private audience on Monday at the Vatican with U.S. Gen. Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Milley, a Catholic, is the U.S.’s highest-ranking military officer and the principal military adviser to the president, secretary of defense, and National Security Council. READ MORE:
Pope Francis meets with President of Madagascar
On Thursday, Pope Francis held a private audience with Mr. Andry Nirina Rajoelina, the President of the Republic of Madagascar, who later met with Msgr. Miroslaw Wachowski, Under-Secretary for Relations with States. READ MORE:
WYD: Pope meets privately with Portuguese political leaders
Following his meeting with civil authorities, Pope Francis receives the President and Prime Minister of Portugal in separate private audiences at the Apostolic Nunciature. READ MORE: Watch Video:
God's word the Bible tells us the whole world will follow wonder after the papcy. Revelation 13:3
UAE and Committee for Human Fraternity sign MoU ahead of COP28
As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) prepare to host the 28th UN climate change summit in Dubai, in December 2023, the Secretary-General of the Higher Committee for Human Fraternity (HCHF), Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, and the Director-General of COP28, Majid Al Suwaidi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of establishing a partnership to promote interfaith dialogue, engagement, and climate action within the framework of COP28 UAE”. READ MORE:
As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) prepare to host the 28th UN climate change summit in Dubai, in December 2023, the Secretary-General of the Higher Committee for Human Fraternity (HCHF), Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, and the Director-General of COP28, Majid Al Suwaidi, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the goal of establishing a partnership to promote interfaith dialogue, engagement, and climate action within the framework of COP28 UAE”. READ MORE:
Holy See and Viet Nam advance bilateral relations
A communiqué released by the Holy See Press Office announces that the Holy See and Viet Nam have reached a definitive agreement for the Vatican to have a Resident Papal Representative in Hanoi. The announcement was made following the visit on the same day of Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong who was received in private audience by Pope Francis. READ MORE:
NOTE: The Papacy is involved in most countries throughout the world and looking at gaining more control.
A communiqué released by the Holy See Press Office announces that the Holy See and Viet Nam have reached a definitive agreement for the Vatican to have a Resident Papal Representative in Hanoi. The announcement was made following the visit on the same day of Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong who was received in private audience by Pope Francis. READ MORE:
NOTE: The Papacy is involved in most countries throughout the world and looking at gaining more control.
Pope Francis meets with President Akufo-Addo of Ghana
Pope Francis meets with Ghanaian President Nana Addo Akufo-Addo, who speaks with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin about joint efforts in the fields of education and healthcare, as well as global peace issues and security in West Africa. READ MORE:
Pope Francis praises Uganda’s welcome of refugees
Pope Francis meets with the Prime Minister of Uganda, Ms. Robinah Nabbanja, and expresses his admiration for the welcome extended to migrants and refugees from various countries. READ MORE:
Pope Francis hosts Bill Clinton, foundation head Alex Soros.
Pope Francis met with former U.S. President Bill Clinton in a private audience at the Casa Santa Marta papal residence on Wednesday. Clinton’s delegation included several prominent Americans, including Alex Soros of the Open Society Foundations. READ MORE:
I see a very dark cloud on America's horizon, and that cloud is coming from Rome. Abraham Lincoln Quote
Pope Francis met with former U.S. President Bill Clinton in a private audience at the Casa Santa Marta papal residence on Wednesday. Clinton’s delegation included several prominent Americans, including Alex Soros of the Open Society Foundations. READ MORE:
I see a very dark cloud on America's horizon, and that cloud is coming from Rome. Abraham Lincoln Quote
German exodus: Half a million Catholics abandon Church in historic departure.
The Catholic Church in Germany is facing an unprecedented crisis, with more than half a million baptized Catholics leaving the Church in 2022, according to figures released by the German Bishops’ Conference on June 28. READ MORE:
Let no one deceive you by any means; for that Day will not come unless the falling away comes first,
and the man of sin is revealed, the son of perdition, 2 Thessalonians 2:3
The Catholic Church in Germany is facing an unprecedented crisis, with more than half a million baptized Catholics leaving the Church in 2022, according to figures released by the German Bishops’ Conference on June 28. READ MORE:
Let no one deceive you by any means; for that Day will not come unless the falling away comes first,
and the man of sin is revealed, the son of perdition, 2 Thessalonians 2:3
Pope: The Holy Spirit is our guide on the path to Christian Unity.
Pope Francis receives members of the International Commission for Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Disciples of Christ. Christian unity, he notes, is achieved by walking and praying together and with works of charity. READ MORE:
NOTE: Jesus has asked for unity in Bible truth and not in unity in man's doctrine. John 17:17-23
Pope Francis receives members of the International Commission for Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Disciples of Christ. Christian unity, he notes, is achieved by walking and praying together and with works of charity. READ MORE:
NOTE: Jesus has asked for unity in Bible truth and not in unity in man's doctrine. John 17:17-23
Australia's Ambassador to Holy See: Women diplomats in Vatican a 'formidable group'
Marking the annual International Day of Women in Diplomacy, Chiara Porro, Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, speaks of the challenges and rewards of the job and of the crucial perspective women bring to international relations. WATCH VIDEO AND READ MORE:
Marking the annual International Day of Women in Diplomacy, Chiara Porro, Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, speaks of the challenges and rewards of the job and of the crucial perspective women bring to international relations. WATCH VIDEO AND READ MORE:
Pope receives Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
The audience on 21 June between Pope Francis and Brazilian President Inácio Lula da Silva took place at the Vatican in a warm and cordial atmosphere, as they have known each other for many years. It marked President Lula's first visit to the Vatican since his re-election in November 2022 to lead the country for the third time.
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The audience on 21 June between Pope Francis and Brazilian President Inácio Lula da Silva took place at the Vatican in a warm and cordial atmosphere, as they have known each other for many years. It marked President Lula's first visit to the Vatican since his re-election in November 2022 to lead the country for the third time.
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Ranking the most powerful Americans in the Vatican of all time.
ROME – Although Pope Francis once again appears to be coming through a surgery with flying colors, it’s still inevitable that his second hospitalization in three months, this time for an operation to repair an abdominal hernia, nevertheless has stirred renewed interest in what will happen whenever the end does finally come. READ MORE:
ROME – Although Pope Francis once again appears to be coming through a surgery with flying colors, it’s still inevitable that his second hospitalization in three months, this time for an operation to repair an abdominal hernia, nevertheless has stirred renewed interest in what will happen whenever the end does finally come. READ MORE:
Pope Francis sends message from hospital to European political party.
In a letter to the European People’s Party published by the Vatican on June 11, the pope urged politicians to be united on “issues where primary ethical values and important points of Christian social doctrine are at stake.”
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In a letter to the European People’s Party published by the Vatican on June 11, the pope urged politicians to be united on “issues where primary ethical values and important points of Christian social doctrine are at stake.”
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Pope: Entrepreneurs must build business models on culture of encounter.
Pope Francis meets with members of the Latin American Business Council, and urges entrepreneurs to look to the Gospel to find hope and direction in their business endeavors. READ MORE:
Archbishop of York’s visit strengthens unity with Rome
The Anglican Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, was in Rome this week. It is his first official visit to the Anglican Centre and the Holy See. Cottrell said he felt encouraged to have met people within the Roman Catholic Church leadership after meeting Pope Francis at the Anglican Centre on Monday. READ MORE:
The Anglican Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell, was in Rome this week. It is his first official visit to the Anglican Centre and the Holy See. Cottrell said he felt encouraged to have met people within the Roman Catholic Church leadership after meeting Pope Francis at the Anglican Centre on Monday. READ MORE:
Vatican: Italian cardinal entrusted with Ukraine peace mission.
Cardinal Matteo Zuppi has been asked by Pope Francis to head a peace mission between Russia and Ukraine on behalf of the Vatican, the Holy See press office director said Saturday. READ MORE:
Pope Francis meets with the President of Slovenia.
Pope Francis receives President Nataša Pirc Musar of the Republic of Slovenia in the Vatican, where they discuss positive bilateral relations, the war in Ukraine, and the political situation in the Western Balkans. READ MORE:
Pope to travel to Lisbon and Fatima for World Youth Day in August
Accepting the invitation of the civil and ecclesiastical authorities of Portugal, Pope Francis will travel to Lisbon and Fatima in August to take part in World Youth Day 2023. READ MORE:
Pope to new Ambassadors: Be champions of dialogue and hope for peace.
Pope Francis accepted the Credential Letters presented by five new Ambassadors to the Holy See. The nations they represent include Iceland, Bangladesh, Syria, The Gambia and Kazakhstan. READ MORE:
Pope Francis gives Ukrainian President a sculpture of an olive branch.
Volodymir Zelensky’s car was escorted into the Vatican just minutes after 4 pm local time on Saturday, and the Ukrainian President was welcomed into the Apostolic Palace for his meeting with Pope Francis. READ MORE:
UK Ambassador to Holy See foresees excellent relations under King Charles III.
Christopher Trott, His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Holy See, highlights several new elements of the Coronation, and expresses confidence for a continued fruitful and warm relationship between the British government and the Vatican under the new King. READ MORE:
Christopher Trott, His Majesty’s Ambassador to the Holy See, highlights several new elements of the Coronation, and expresses confidence for a continued fruitful and warm relationship between the British government and the Vatican under the new King. READ MORE:
Two popes, Roman and Coptic, meet to bolster Middle Eastern Christianity.
ROME – This week there will again be “two popes” at the Vatican when Francis meets his Coptic Orthodox counterpart, Pope Tawadros II, who is visiting in a bid to strengthen relations with the Catholic Church and bolster support for Christians in the Middle East. READ MORE:
ROME – This week there will again be “two popes” at the Vatican when Francis meets his Coptic Orthodox counterpart, Pope Tawadros II, who is visiting in a bid to strengthen relations with the Catholic Church and bolster support for Christians in the Middle East. READ MORE:
Pope Francis in Hungary: European unity ‘crucial’ to peace
Speaking to Hungarian civil authorities in Budapest, “a city of bridges,” Pope Francis on Friday challenged the nations of Europe to recapture a spirit of fraternal unity and pursue “creative efforts for peace.” READ MORE: READ MORE:
Pope Francis' meetings with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
Besides migration, it has not yet been confirmed what issues Pope Francis will discuss with Hungarian politicians, both behind closed doors and in his first public address to the country's leaders. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis' meetings with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán
Besides migration, it has not yet been confirmed what issues Pope Francis will discuss with Hungarian politicians, both behind closed doors and in his first public address to the country's leaders. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis meets with mayor of Lisbon, Portugal ahead of World Youth Day.
The meeting took place three months before the start of World Youth Day in Portugal. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis meets with mayor of Lisbon, Portugal ahead of World Youth Day.
The meeting took place three months before the start of World Youth Day in Portugal. WATCH VIDEO:
Holy See: Development policies must put the human person at the centre
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia addresses the 56th Session of the UN Commission for Population and Development in New York and reiterates that fertility reduction strategies dictated by the principle of profit don’t contribute to integral human development but to a “throwaway culture.” READ MORE:
Viet Nam – Holy See Joint Working Group meets at the Vatican
Delegations from the Holy See and Viet Nam had a “broad and deep exchange of view on Viet Nam – Holy See relations, including issues related to the Catholic Church in Viet Nam,” according to a press release on the 10th Meeting of the Viet Nam... READ MORE:
Delegations from the Holy See and Viet Nam had a “broad and deep exchange of view on Viet Nam – Holy See relations, including issues related to the Catholic Church in Viet Nam,” according to a press release on the 10th Meeting of the Viet Nam... READ MORE:
Abrahamic Family House welcomes UAE residents, visitors for worship
The Abrahamic Family House offers a tranquil haven for the faithful of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam to worship in Abu Dhabi and engage in interreligious dialogue. Encompassing three separate houses of worship – a mosque, a church, and a synagogue – the Abrahamic Family House began welcoming visitors on 1 March 2023.
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The Abrahamic Family House offers a tranquil haven for the faithful of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam to worship in Abu Dhabi and engage in interreligious dialogue. Encompassing three separate houses of worship – a mosque, a church, and a synagogue – the Abrahamic Family House began welcoming visitors on 1 March 2023.
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Pope Francis urges ethical use of artificial intelligence
The assembly brings together experts from the world of technology – scientists, engineers, business leaders, lawyers and philosophers -and representatives of the Church – curial officials, theologians and ethicists... READ MORE:
The assembly brings together experts from the world of technology – scientists, engineers, business leaders, lawyers and philosophers -and representatives of the Church – curial officials, theologians and ethicists... READ MORE:
Pope Francis meets with Lebanese Prime Minister
During his meeting with the acting Prime Minister of Lebanon, Najib Mikati, Pope Francis expressed his concern for the socio-economic crisis in the country. He emphasized the necessity of Christianity in Lebanon, as it is one of the few countries in the Middle East that has a Catholic presence. Pope Francis also insisted on the need for peace in the country and ended the meeting with a gift exchange. WATCH VIDEO:
During his meeting with the acting Prime Minister of Lebanon, Najib Mikati, Pope Francis expressed his concern for the socio-economic crisis in the country. He emphasized the necessity of Christianity in Lebanon, as it is one of the few countries in the Middle East that has a Catholic presence. Pope Francis also insisted on the need for peace in the country and ended the meeting with a gift exchange. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis meets with the Mayor of Paris
Joined by the Ambassador of France to the Holy See, Florence Mangin, Mayor Hildago used her meeting with the Pope to discuss climate issues and the refugee crisis. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis with Buddhists.
Pope Francis recently met with representatives of the United Association of Humanistic Buddhism, a branch of Buddhism that aims to integrate Buddhist practices into daily life. WATCH VIDEO:
Vatican-China deal ‘not the best deal possible,’ top Holy See diplomat says
The Vatican’s foreign minister has said that the Vatican-China deal was “not the best deal possible” and that negotiations are underway to make the deal “work better.” READ MORE:
The Vatican’s foreign minister has said that the Vatican-China deal was “not the best deal possible” and that negotiations are underway to make the deal “work better.” READ MORE:
Pope Francis receives Lebanese prime minister Najib Mikati
Lebanese prime minister Najib Mikati was received by Pope Francis on Thursday, and later with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican’s Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations. READ MORE:
Pope to Buddhists: Religions play crucial role in fostering fraternity
Pope Francis receives a delegation of the United Association of Humanistic Buddhism of Taiwan and highlights the crucial role of religions in fostering fraternity by promoting a culture of encounter. READ MORE:
Pope Francis receives a delegation of the United Association of Humanistic Buddhism of Taiwan and highlights the crucial role of religions in fostering fraternity by promoting a culture of encounter. READ MORE:
King Charles meets Catholic delegation at Buckingham Palace
Well ahead of his May 6 coronation, King Charles met a Catholic delegation at Buckingham Palace last week. As king, Charles is the supreme governor of the Church of England.
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German Catholic bishops approve blessing same-sex relationships
German Catholic Bishops approved the blessing of same-sex relationships during their final synod assembly, defying the Vatican’s stance against such blessings. READ MORE:
More and more churches are accepting belifes that are not found in the Bible.
German Catholic Bishops approved the blessing of same-sex relationships during their final synod assembly, defying the Vatican’s stance against such blessings. READ MORE:
More and more churches are accepting belifes that are not found in the Bible.
Women’s ordination, transgender ideology move forward at German Synodal Way
Delegates of the German Synodal Way on Saturday overwhelmingly passed measures to change Church practices based on transgender ideology and to push the universal Church to ordain women to the sacramental diaconate. READ MORE:
NOTE: Feeling our own desires before the word of God, then anything to happen.
Delegates of the German Synodal Way on Saturday overwhelmingly passed measures to change Church practices based on transgender ideology and to push the universal Church to ordain women to the sacramental diaconate. READ MORE:
NOTE: Feeling our own desires before the word of God, then anything to happen.
Holy See Permanent Observer decries increasing violence against women.
The Holy See's Permanent Observer to the UN in New York addresses the Security Council debating what has been achieved ahead of the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325 on women, peace, and security. READ MORE:
The Holy See's Permanent Observer to the UN in New York addresses the Security Council debating what has been achieved ahead of the 25th anniversary of Resolution 1325 on women, peace, and security. READ MORE:
The Jewish roots of the Eucharist
To understand the Eucharist, we must remember that Jesus and his first disciples were all Jews.
We might even say the first Christians were Jewish heretics because, unlike their fellow Jews, they believed
Jesus was the Christ, the Messiah. READ MORE:
To understand the Eucharist, we must remember that Jesus and his first disciples were all Jews.
We might even say the first Christians were Jewish heretics because, unlike their fellow Jews, they believed
Jesus was the Christ, the Messiah. READ MORE:
Catholic leaders open new church in UAE’s interfaith Abrahamic Family House.
The three Abrahamic religions — Judaism, Christianity, and Islam — now share a common place to worship in the predominantly Muslim United Arab Emirates with the opening of the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi.
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The three Abrahamic religions — Judaism, Christianity, and Islam — now share a common place to worship in the predominantly Muslim United Arab Emirates with the opening of the Abrahamic Family House in Abu Dhabi.
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Pope Francis greets businessmen from Mexico: Most important capital is spiritual.
The Pope asked them to treasure the Virgin Mary the way she is and not to allow anyone to use her.
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Pope Francis lands in South Sudan, fulfilling years long dream of visit to war-torn country
Pope Francis on Friday became the first pope to visit South Sudan — fulfilling a years long hope to carry out an ecumenical trip to the war-torn country. READ MORE: READ MORE: NOTE: The Papacy always gets the red carpet treatment.
UN refugee chief encouraged by Pope in the quest for just migration policies
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees speaks about the far-reaching refugee crises in DRC and South Sudan, two nations waiting to welcome Pope Francis, and about lessons learnt by Europe in dealing with Ukrainian refugees. READ MORE & WATCH VIDEO:
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees speaks about the far-reaching refugee crises in DRC and South Sudan, two nations waiting to welcome Pope Francis, and about lessons learnt by Europe in dealing with Ukrainian refugees. READ MORE & WATCH VIDEO:
Japanese ambassador gives Pope gifts with symbols used by persecuted Christians
The new ambassador presented Pope Francis with two music boxes, that play an Italian song called "O Notte Santa" when opened. The varnish that covers them was made in Fukushima, a city Pope Francis visited in 2019.
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The new ambassador presented Pope Francis with two music boxes, that play an Italian song called "O Notte Santa" when opened. The varnish that covers them was made in Fukushima, a city Pope Francis visited in 2019.
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EU Bishops discuss war in Ukraine, Church in Europe
COMECE members participate in the recent High-Level Meeting of EU and Religious Leaders hosted by the European Commission to address the wide-ranging consequences of the war in Ukraine in the European Union,
and the need for EU policies that properly maintain a good balance between Church and State. READ MORE:
NOTE: It’s interesting who the Vatican is very much involved with the European Union
COMECE members participate in the recent High-Level Meeting of EU and Religious Leaders hosted by the European Commission to address the wide-ranging consequences of the war in Ukraine in the European Union,
and the need for EU policies that properly maintain a good balance between Church and State. READ MORE:
NOTE: It’s interesting who the Vatican is very much involved with the European Union
Christian leaders welcome Ecumenical Prayer Vigil ahead of Synod
Representatives of various Christian churches and ecclesial communities share their thoughts on the relationship between synodality and ecumenism in the context of the Ecumenical Prayer Vigil that will precede the XVI General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops. READ MORE:
Representatives of various Christian churches and ecclesial communities share their thoughts on the relationship between synodality and ecumenism in the context of the Ecumenical Prayer Vigil that will precede the XVI General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops. READ MORE:
Pope: World needs togetherness to address current multiple crises
Pope Francis sends a message to participants in the Fifth International Conference for World Balance organized in Cuba under the auspices of UNESCO, reiterating that the current multiple crises facing the world today can only be addressed together in fraternity and solidarity. READ MORE:
Pope Francis sends a message to participants in the Fifth International Conference for World Balance organized in Cuba under the auspices of UNESCO, reiterating that the current multiple crises facing the world today can only be addressed together in fraternity and solidarity. READ MORE:
Pope receives Finnish ecumenical delegation: "War is always a source of defeat"
An ecumenical delegation from Finland met with Pope Francis during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The meeting was held on the feast of St. Henry of Uppsala, the country's patron saint. At the beginning of the audience, they expressed their condolences for the death of Pope emeritus Benedict XVI. WATCH VIDEO:
An ecumenical delegation from Finland met with Pope Francis during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The meeting was held on the feast of St. Henry of Uppsala, the country's patron saint. At the beginning of the audience, they expressed their condolences for the death of Pope emeritus Benedict XVI. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis to Paraguayan President: I fell in love with the chipa when I was working
Pope Francis received the President of Paraguay, Mario Abdo Benítez, in the Apostolic Palace. The president expressed his gratitude for the first Paraguayan cardinal. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis discusses promoting peace with the President of Ecuador
The meeting between Pope Francis and Ecuadorian President, Guillermo Lasso, was longer than usual. It lasted 50 minutes and the tone of the meeting was warm and cordial. According to the Vatican, the two spoke about promoting peace in the country. Ecuador is a country that has been hard hit by drug trafficking. WATCH VIDEO:
Pope Francis meets President Abdo Benítez of Paraguay
Pope Francis receives the President Mario Abdo Benítez of Paraguay in the Vatican on Friday, where the two leaders discussed countering poverty and overcoming inequality. "During the cordial discussions in the Secretariat of State," it said, "satisfaction was expressed for the good bilateral relations and the will to further strengthen them, as well as for the cooperation with the local Church. READ MORE:
Pope Francis receives the President Mario Abdo Benítez of Paraguay in the Vatican on Friday, where the two leaders discussed countering poverty and overcoming inequality. "During the cordial discussions in the Secretariat of State," it said, "satisfaction was expressed for the good bilateral relations and the will to further strengthen them, as well as for the cooperation with the local Church. READ MORE:
Catholic priest in Davos: ‘People are waiting for solutions’
As the World Economic Forum (WEF) takes place ‘in person’ for the first time in two years at the Swiss ski resort of Davos, the local Catholic parish priest, Father Kurt Susak, offers his analysis of the event, which brings together politicians, economists, and artists. READ MORE:
As the World Economic Forum (WEF) takes place ‘in person’ for the first time in two years at the Swiss ski resort of Davos, the local Catholic parish priest, Father Kurt Susak, offers his analysis of the event, which brings together politicians, economists, and artists. READ MORE:
Pope to Buddhists: Dialogue can foster ecological conversion
Pope Francis greets a delegation of Buddhists from Cambodia, and encourages interreligious dialogue as a way to cultivate ecological responsibility. In his address to the delegation, the Pope praised efforts to foster dialogue among religions, saying this important element of society helps people to live “peacefully as brothers and sisters”. READ MORE:
Pope Francis greets a delegation of Buddhists from Cambodia, and encourages interreligious dialogue as a way to cultivate ecological responsibility. In his address to the delegation, the Pope praised efforts to foster dialogue among religions, saying this important element of society helps people to live “peacefully as brothers and sisters”. READ MORE:
Pope to Finnish Ecumenical Delegation: Never tire of fostering unity
Pope Francis receives an ecumenical delegation from Finland, and recalls the importance of working for Christian unity and for reconciliation in the world. Meeting in the Vatican with an ecumenical delegation from Finland on Thursday, Pope Francis spoke about the importance of fully living the common call... READ MORE:
Pope Francis receives an ecumenical delegation from Finland, and recalls the importance of working for Christian unity and for reconciliation in the world. Meeting in the Vatican with an ecumenical delegation from Finland on Thursday, Pope Francis spoke about the importance of fully living the common call... READ MORE:
British Ambassador to Holy See: annual address shows Pope Francis' “global vision”
For Britain’s Ambassador to the Holy See, the Pope’s annual address is an opportunity for the entire Diplomatic Corps to unite with the Vatican, not only in showing solidarity with those who suffer, but also in helping to provide practical solutions to many of the crises that afflict our world today. WATCH VIDEO & READ ARTICLE:
For Britain’s Ambassador to the Holy See, the Pope’s annual address is an opportunity for the entire Diplomatic Corps to unite with the Vatican, not only in showing solidarity with those who suffer, but also in helping to provide practical solutions to many of the crises that afflict our world today. WATCH VIDEO & READ ARTICLE:
Muslim, Jewish, and Christian leaders come to Rome to discuss ethical use of AI
The ''AI Ethics'' congress brought together people from around the world, including Maximo Torero Cullen, Chief Economist of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization and Dario Gill, the Global Vice President of IBM. of AI
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The ''AI Ethics'' congress brought together people from around the world, including Maximo Torero Cullen, Chief Economist of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization and Dario Gill, the Global Vice President of IBM. of AI
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Pope Francis meets Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni
Pope Francis met Giorgia Meloni, Italy’s first female prime minister, at the Vatican on Tuesday.
The private meeting, which lasted a little over 30 minutes, marked the third time in nine days the 45-year-old politician was at the Vatican. READ MORE:
Pope Francis met Giorgia Meloni, Italy’s first female prime minister, at the Vatican on Tuesday.
The private meeting, which lasted a little over 30 minutes, marked the third time in nine days the 45-year-old politician was at the Vatican. READ MORE:
To counter ‘third world war,’ Pope Francis proposes ‘truth, justice, solidarity, and freedom’
The global community is engaged in a “third world war” marked by heightened fear, conflict, and risk of nuclear violence, but a recommitment to “truth, justice, solidarity, and freedom” can provide a pathway to peace, Pope Francis told international diplomats Monday. READ MORE:
For when they say, “Peace and safety!” then sudden destruction comes upon them... 1 Thessalonians 5:3
The global community is engaged in a “third world war” marked by heightened fear, conflict, and risk of nuclear violence, but a recommitment to “truth, justice, solidarity, and freedom” can provide a pathway to peace, Pope Francis told international diplomats Monday. READ MORE:
For when they say, “Peace and safety!” then sudden destruction comes upon them... 1 Thessalonians 5:3
Artificial intelligence must not hurt the most vulnerable, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis criticized the use of artificial intelligence in ways that negatively affect the most vulnerable, specifically those seeking asylum. READ MORE: READ MORE:
NOTE: Its interesting to see Brad Smith, president of Microsoft involved with the Vatican.
Pope: In face of nuclear threat and risks to freedom, let us build peace together
In his address to the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See, Pope Francis calls for an "immediate end to this senseless conflict" in Ukraine and the abolition of the death penalty, reiterates the two-state solution in the Holy Land, underscores the threat of nuclear war. READ MORE:
In his address to the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Holy See, Pope Francis calls for an "immediate end to this senseless conflict" in Ukraine and the abolition of the death penalty, reiterates the two-state solution in the Holy Land, underscores the threat of nuclear war. READ MORE:
US Ambassador to Holy See discusses Pope’s meeting with diplomats
In an interview with Vatican News following Pope Francis’ annual address to members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See, US Ambassador to the Holy See Joseph Donnelly reflects on the Pope’s words and the role of ambassadors and States in promoting peace. READ MORE:
UK Ambassador: Pope’s State of the World address fosters synergy with Holy See
The British Ambassador to the Holy See shares his impressions of Pope Francis’ discourse to the Diplomatic Corps accredited to the Vatican and explains it provides a precious blueprint for action. READ MORE:
Brazilian Bishops condemn storming of congress
Brazil's Catholic Bishops Conference calls for the “immediate cessation of criminal attacks on the democratic rule of law" following attacks by rioters on government buildings. READ MORE:
Biden visits Vatican embassy to pay respects to Benedict XVI
President Joe Biden visited the Vatican embassy in Washington, D.C., known as the apostolic nunciature, on Thursday to sign a book of condolences for Pope Benedict XVI, who died Dec. 31. READ MORE:
Where Catholics live in the United States, explained in four charts.
As 2022 comes to a close, here are four charts that help to explain, in visual terms, the Catholic presence in the United States. Catholicism is the largest religious body in 36 U.S. states, and the data show that Catholicism is growing fastest in the South and West, even as it declines in the Midwest and Northeast. READ MORE:
Pope Emeritis Benedict XVI RIP
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI died at 9:34 PM on Saturday evening (NZ time) in his residence at the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery.
“With sorrow I inform you that the Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI, passed away today at 9:34 AM in the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican. READ MORE: READ MORE:
Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI died at 9:34 PM on Saturday evening (NZ time) in his residence at the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery.
“With sorrow I inform you that the Pope Emeritus, Benedict XVI, passed away today at 9:34 AM in the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican. READ MORE: READ MORE: