Posted on 01/18/2026 02:29 AM ()
During his Angelus address this Sunday in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV calls on Christians to remain vigilant, to focus on what is essential, and to never forget how precious we are in God's eyes.
Posted on 01/17/2026 22:45 PM ()
As the Church marks the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time, Fr. Edmund Power reflects on the theme: ‘A light to the nations’.
Posted on 01/17/2026 08:57 AM ()
Speaking to journalists, Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin laments the killing of protesters in Iran and expresses his hope that the uncertainty in Venezuela will evolve into stability, economic recovery, and democracy.
Posted on 01/17/2026 08:41 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV sends a telegram of condolences read out at the funeral of Angelo Gugel, who served three Popes as Papal Chamber Assistant, recalling his “exemplary Christian witness” and generous service to the Vatican.
Posted on 01/17/2026 02:58 AM ()
Archbishop Salvatore Pennacchio, President of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy, reflects on the Holy See’s diplomatic mission, the role of Apostolic Nunciatures, and the work of Pontifical Representatives in a world marked by conflict and rapid change.
Posted on 01/17/2026 02:53 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV received Prince Albert II of the principality of Monaco in the Vatican on Saturday morning.
Posted on 01/17/2026 02:51 AM ()
In an interview with Vatican News, Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas, Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, discusses the situation in the country after Russian strikes that damaged energy infrastructures.
Posted on 01/17/2026 01:25 AM ()
As the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy celebrates its 325th anniversary, Pope Leo XIV invites his diplomats to embrace their pastoral vocation to seek paths of reconciliation in light of the Gospel.
Posted on 01/17/2026 01:15 AM ()
As the Archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica seals the last Jubilee Holy Door, Msgr. Orazio Pepe, Secretary of the Fabric of St. Peter, explains the solemn rite of sealing and the spiritual legacy of the 2025 Jubilee of Hope.
Posted on 01/16/2026 11:21 AM ()
The Archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Master of Pontifical Liturgical Celebrations preside over the rite of sealing the Holy Door—ceremonially marking the last of the Jubilee rites.
