Posted on 10/27/2026 04:44 AM ()
Posted on 10/27/2026 03:45 AM ()
The two-day conference “The Holy See and Totalitarian Systems in the 20th Century: New Approaches and Research Perspectives” opens on October 28 at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, examining the actions of the Popes and Vatican diplomacy in the face of 20th-century totalitarian regimes.
Posted on 10/27/2026 03:15 AM ()
From St. Francis’ time to Pope John Paul II in 1986 to today, the city of Assisi has been a symbol of dialogue and peace. Rabbi David Rosen stresses that interreligious dialogue is essential to peace, because if we respect other religions, “we can overcome stereotypes, prejudices, stigmatization, and live together in a better society.”
Posted on 10/27/2026 03:04 AM ()
The Office for the Liturgical Celebrations of the Supreme Pontiff releases the Calendar of Liturgical Celebrations at which Pope Leo XIV will preside in the coming weeks, including celebrations for All Souls’ Day and for the Solemnity of the Dedication of St. Peter’s Basilica.
Posted on 10/27/2026 02:20 AM ()
The Director of the Catholic Center for Studies and Media in Jordan reflects on Jordan as stronghold of 'dialogue and coexistence,' and comments on the extraordinary display of unity and respect that brought Christians and Muslims together following the deadly attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George.
Posted on 10/27/2026 02:17 AM ()
At least 60 people have been killed in attacks on Orthodox Christians that were carried out by an armed group in Ethiopia's Shirka district, Oromia region, about 270 km south of the capital of Addis Ababa.
Posted on 10/27/2026 02:07 AM ()
On the 40th anniversary of the historic Day of Prayer for Peace, convened by Pope John Paul II on October 27, 1986, the legacy of the “Spirit of Assisi” spans four pontificates. From John Paul II himself, who explored its theological significance, to Benedict XVI, who extended the dialogue to include non-believers; from Francis, who calls for fraternity, to Pope Leo XIV, who invites religions to rediscover within their own roots an antidote to hatred and violence.
Posted on 10/26/2026 07:54 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV expresses joy and enthusiasm about his upcoming Apostolic Journey to Latin America, as the Holy See Press Office confirms his visit to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru on November 6-17.
Posted on 10/26/2026 07:48 AM ()
A Vatican solidarity initiative ahead of Archbishop Luis Marín de San Martín’s visit to Ukraine, which begins on 27 October, is received with gratitude by the Papal Almoner who says it “reflects deep sensitivity to the suffering of our Ukrainian brothers and sisters.”
Posted on 10/26/2026 06:54 AM ()
Yemen’s Information Ministry accuses the Houthi group of targeting a camp for displaced people west of Aden with three ballistic missiles.
