News
Data sourced from Vatican News and the Holy See Press Office
Pope Leo XIV
Cardinal Parolin Advocates for Peace at EU Parliament
At a recent awards ceremony held by the European Parliament, Cardinal Pietro Parolin conveyed Pope Leo XIV’s urgent call for renewed efforts to safeguard peace amid escalating global tensions. Delivering a speech to the…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo Praises Catholic Extension Society's Mission
Pope Leo welcomed members of the Board of Governors of The Catholic Extension Society to the Vatican, expressing gratitude for their over a century of missionary service to poorer Catholic communities throughout the Uni…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV Receives Catholicos Aram I at Vatican
On Monday, Pope Leo XIV welcomed His Holiness Aram I, Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Church – See of Cilicia, in a significant meeting at the Vatican. This occasion marked the Catholicos's first official visit to…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV Calls for Peace During Laudato Si’ Week
Pope Leo XIV prayed for peace to prevail in all hearts during his Regina Caeli address on Sunday, as the Church marked the beginning of Laudato Si’ Week, which runs from May 17 to 24. This annual observance celebrates t…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV Establishes AI Commission
Pope Leo XIV approved the creation of an Interdicasterial Commission on Artificial Intelligence in a rescript dated May 12, which was released on May 16. The document was signed by Cardinal Michael Czerny, Prefect of th…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV to Visit France in September 2026
Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on an Apostolic Journey to France from September 25 to September 28, 2026. This visit will mark the first official papal state visit to the country in 18 years, as announced by the Director…
UkraineArchbishop Kulbokas Condemns Recent Attacks in Ukraine
The Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, detailed the severe Russian bombings that occurred on May 13 and 14, describing them as particularly intense and indicative of a troubling pattern of delib…
Pope Leo XIVPakistani Bishops Discuss Hopes and Challenges in Vatican
During their ad limina visit to the Vatican, bishops from Pakistan conveyed both the aspirations and the difficulties facing Christians in their country. Bishop Samson Shukardin, President of the Pakistan Catholic Bisho…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV Sends Message for Turin International Book Fair
Pope Leo XIV sent a message to the Turin International Book Fair, taking place in the northern Italian city from May 14 to 18. In his message, he reiterated the vital role of literature in promoting human dignity, peace…
Pope Leo XIVPalestinian Students Begin New Chapter at Sapienza University
A group of Palestinian students from Gaza arrived in Rome, ready to start rebuilding their future through a joint initiative by Sapienza University, the Diocese of Rome, and the Community of Sant’Egidio. On the day of P…
Archbishop Luis Marín de San MartínArchbishop San Martín Reflects on Charity Role
Archbishop Luis Marín de San Martín recently spoke to Vatican News about his first two months as the Prefect of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity, a period marked by both profound responsibility and heartfelt joy…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV to Visit Sapienza University of Rome
Pope Leo XIV is set to visit the Sapienza University of Rome on May 14. During this visit, he will engage in meaningful activities at the University Chapel. The visit will feature a moment of prayer, along with an oppor…
Pope John Paul II45th Anniversary of John Paul II's Attack Remembered
The Catholic Church marked the 45th anniversary of the attack on Pope John Paul II during a General Audience held in St Peter's Square. This significant event in the Church's history remains associated with themes of pr…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV Expresses Condolences for Cardinal Tscherrig
Pope Leo XIV has expressed his deep condolences on the passing of Swiss Cardinal Paul Emil Tscherrig, who died Tuesday at the age of 79. The Pope conveyed his sentiments in a telegram directed to the cardinal’s family a…
Pope Leo XIVPope Leo XIV Affirms Science's Role in Faith
Pope Leo XIV held an audience on Monday with the Board of the Vatican Observatory Foundation, reinforcing the Catholic Church's commitment to seek God in His Creation through thorough and honest scientific inquiry. Duri…