Pope announces he will create 21 new cardinals in December
Pope Francis to appoint 21 new cardinals from 18 nations.
Category: Vatican News
Vatican doctrinal chief tells synod it’s not time for women deacons (Synod)
“Rushing” to open the diaconate to women in the Catholic Church would short-circuit a necessary reflection on the relationship between ordained ministry and charismatic leadership, particularly as it impacts the … Learn More
Pope defends decision to give women, laymen voting rights at synod (Synod)
Pope Francis opened the second session of the Synod of Bishops defending his decision to give women and laymen votes at the assembly, saying it reflects the Second Vatican Council’s … Learn More
Synod on synodality: Second session sets sights on mission
VATICAN CITY — With many of the concrete, hot-button issues removed from the agenda and turned over to study groups, some people wonder what members of the Synod of Bishops on … Learn More
Pope: Humanity suffers from ‘dangerous syndrome’ of repeating mistakes
Humanity needs to be motivated by spiritual values if it is to avoid being thrown into dangerous exploits and useless massacres, Pope Francis said. The world, even in Europe, is … Learn More
WYD 2027 in South Korea to focus on courage, interreligious dialogue
VATICAN CITY — The first World Youth Day to be hosted in a country where Christians are a minority will seek to instill young people with the courage to share … Learn More
True power is exercised in service of the weakest, pope says
VATICAN CITY — While people can get caught up in the pursuit of power and greatness, Jesus teaches that true power is found in the humility of being a servant to … Learn More
Church leaders have been studying Medjugorje phenomenon for decades
VATICAN CITY — Recognizing the spiritual value of devotions connected to Medjugorje, but not ruling on the authenticity of the alleged apparitions or alleged messages from Mary, the Dicastery for … Learn More
Both US presidential candidates espouse anti-life views, pope says
ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM SINGAPORE — Asked what a U.S. Catholic given a choice between voting for a person who supports abortion or one who supports closing borders and deporting migrants, … Learn More
Honor what your elders did, build on it, pope tells youth in Timor-Leste
DILI, Timor-Leste (CNS) — While their parents and grandparents won the independence of Timor-Leste, the country’s young adults must take up the task of consolidating democratic institutions and responding to … Learn More