vatican news FeatureGivingNewsVaticanWorld News U.S.-based Cross Catholic Outreach continues support for pope’s efforts Carol GlatzMay 2, 20234 min read A Florida-based Catholic relief and development organization has been playing an important part in assisting with Pope Francis’ aid efforts for Ukraine, the organization’s president said. FeatureNewsVaticanWorld News True faith is open to others, pope repeatedly says in Hungary Cindy WoodenMay 1, 20235 min read Praising the piety and charity of Hungarian Christians and their commitment to supporting traditional family life, Pope Francis said Christ also calls them to open their hearts — and perhaps their borders — to others in need. FeatureImmigration and MigrationNewsVaticanWorld News Borders should be points of contact, not separation, pope says in Hungary Cindy WoodenMay 1, 20234 min read To be Christian is to be open and welcoming to others, Pope Francis said as he celebrated Mass outside Hungary’s Parliament building. Arts & CultureFeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Over the pope’s shoulder: An ‘explosion’ of spirituality in bronze Justin McLellanApril 30, 20236 min read Through five pontificates, popes have instructed the faithful at their weekly general audiences, condemned war, called for peace and even celebrated birthdays in the Vatican audience hall under the gaze of a giant bronze sculpture of Jesus. EvangelizationFeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Humility, prayer, real friendship required for evangelization, say new Vatican consultants Gina ChristianApril 29, 20235 min read Two newly appointed Vatican consultants on evangelization told OSV News that prayer, humility and authentic friendship are key to spreading the Gospel, particularly among youth and young adults. FeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Pope arrives in Hungary preaching cooperation, welcome — not isolation Cindy WoodenApril 28, 20235 min read Paying homage to Hungary’s history, culture and location in the heart of Europe, Pope Francis pushed against the notion that the country needed to insulate itself to protect its identity. NewsVaticanWorld News Pope, Council of Cardinals look at church peacemaking efforts Catholic News ServiceApril 27, 20232 min read Seven weeks after announcing the new composition of his international Council of Cardinals, Pope Francis led a two-day meeting of the council focused on situations of conflict in the world and on progress in implementing his reform of the Roman Curia. Crisis in UkraineNewsVaticanWorld News Pope meets Ukrainian prime minister at Vatican Cindy WoodenApril 27, 20233 min read After a half-hour private meeting in the library of the Apostolic Palace, Pope Francis gave the prime minister of Ukraine a bronze plaque featuring a bird and a flower alongside the inscription, “Peace is a fragile flower.” FeatureNewsVaticanWorld News Giving voice to voiceless highlights their God-given dignity, pope says Carol GlatzApril 27, 20233 min read The life and ministry of the Catholic Church is enriched by listening to everyone, especially those who are often excluded by society, and by including their experiences and perspectives, Pope Francis said. FeatureNewsSynodalityVaticanWorld News Pope decides women will be voting members of Synod of Bishops Cindy WoodenApril 26, 20234 min read At least three dozen women will be voting members of the assembly of the Synod of Bishops in October, Pope Francis has decided. Previous 1 … 64 65 66 … 173 Next