‘Celebrate Christmas with people of Ukraine in our hearts’
Pope Francis has called on everyone to "renew our closeness to the battered Ukrainian people" and to persevere in "prayer for these our…
DECEMBER | For volunteer not-for-profit organizations
The world needs volunteers and organizations committed to seeking the common good. Yes, this is a word that many today would like to erase:…
Gleison de Paula Souza new Secretary of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family and Life
Gleison de Paula Souza was born on May 14, 1984, in Minas Gerais. He was a seminarian, as seen in the photo below with Pope Francis,…
Document of the continental phase of the Synod
First Phase During this first phase, the faithful - and not only them - from all the dioceses in every corner of the world, were involved…
NOVEMBER | For children who suffer
There are still millions of boys and girls who suffer and live in conditions very similar to slavery. They aren’t numbers: they are human…
Pope to Schoenstatt Fathers: Intergenerational alliance can save humanity
Addressing Schoenstatt Fathers who are gathered in Rome for their General Chapter, Pope Francis spoke of the mystery of redemption, which…
Pope John Paul I beatification set for 4 September
The Holy See Press Office announced plans on Monday for the beatification of Pope John Paul I, who was born as Albino Luciani in the…
Pope’s Act of Consecration of Russia and Ukraine to Our Lady
Pope Francis—united to all the Bishops and Catholic faithful around the world—will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of…
Pope to consecrate Russia and Ukraine to Immaculate Heart of Mary
Pope Francis will consecrate Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary on Friday, 25 March, during the Celebration of Penance that…
MARCH | For a Christian response to bioethical challenges
We pray for Christians facing new bioethical challenges; may they continue to defend the dignity of all human life with prayer and action.…