Artemis II prompts look at Church’s longtime fascination with space
On Easter Monday, April 6, NASA’s Artemis II mission — the first crewed lunar mission in more than 50 years — reached its pinnacle as it flew past the far … Learn More
Category: Vatican News
Pope, pressing for peace, to hold prayer vigil on April 11
On April 8, Pope Leo XIV welcomed the newly announced ceasefire in the Middle East on as “a sign of genuine hope” after what he described as “hours of extreme … Learn More
All Catholics share in Church’s mission, not just clergy, pope says
Laypeople are not passive members but active participants in the Church’s mission, called to live and spread the Gospel in everyday life, Pope Leo XIV said. Continuing his series on … Learn More
Vatican: Humanity risks replacing God with ‘world governed by machines’
The Vatican’s International Theological Commission has warned that if humanity places total trust in technology in a “world ruled by machines,” it risks replacing the “living God” with a counterfeit “virtual … Learn More
Diplomacy must overtake violence in Iran, Middle East, pope says
Pope Leo XIV issued a fervent appeal for return of diplomacy in “these dramatic hours” in the Middle East and Iran, condemning use of weapons that cause “destruction, pain, and … Learn More
‘Hidden Glory’: Highlights from the papal Lenten retreat
Norwegian Bishop Erik Varden preached a series of meditations for the first Lenten retreat of Pope Leo XIV and the Roman Curia, reflecting on the splendor of truth and the … Learn More
Pope renews ‘heartfelt appeal’ for ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his “heartfelt appeal” for an “immediate ceasefire” in Russia’s war against Ukraine and again urged dialogue “be strengthened to pave the way toward peace.” “Peace … Learn More
Pope says more must be done to protect children worldwide
The world continues to fall short of protecting and caring for its children, leaving them with few opportunities to succeed and at greater risk of suffering abuse, Pope Leo XIV … Learn More
Happiness is a gift to be shared with others, pope says
A lack of faith in Christ leads to many delusions, such as believing the arrogant will always rule and only money can buy happiness, Pope Leo XIV said. The beatitudes, … Learn More
Everyone can be a good Samaritan, pope says in message for world’s sick
People of faith and goodwill need to take time to acknowledge the needs and suffering of those around them and be moved by love and compassion to offer others concrete … Learn More
