Pope Francis has announced that media operations within the Vatican should prepare for significant budget cuts as the Holy See grapples with ongoing financial challenges. In a meeting with senior officials of Vatican media, the […]
Pope Francis landed in Luxembourg on Thursday, marking the beginning of a rare European trip that aims to strengthen ties with the region and address pressing social issues. The visit, his first to the Grand […]
Pope Francis arrived in East Timor on Monday, marking the first papal visit to the Southeast Asian nation since it gained independence in 2002. The historic visit highlights the Vatican’s support for East Timor’s journey […]
As East Timor prepares for the upcoming visit of Pope Francis, the small Southeast Asian nation is abuzz with excitement and anticipation. The Pope’s visit, scheduled for later this month, is expected to be a […]
Pope Francis and Sheikh Ahmad Syafii Maarif, a prominent Indonesian Islamic leader, made a joint appeal for global peace. The unprecedented event took place in Vatican City, where the two religious leaders addressed growing international […]
Pope Francis has condemned the refusal to provide aid to migrants as a “grave sin,” calling on global leaders and individuals alike to reconsider their stance on humanitarian support for displaced persons. The Pope’s remarks, […]
Pope Francis has appointed the Most Reverend Michael F. Crotty as the new Apostolic Nuncio (ambassador) to Nigeria. An apostolic nuncio, or papal nuncio, is a high-ranking ecclesiastical diplomat who serves as the Holy See’s […]
A Filipino Catholic university student has instructed Pope Francis to “stop using offensive language” toward members of the LGBTQ community. During an online video panel featuring several Catholic university students and the pope, Jack Lorenz […]
Pope Francis’ proclamation to bless homosexual couples has been met with opposition from Catholic bishops in Africa, who claim it is “contrary to the will of God”. The umbrella organization for Catholic bishops in Africa, […]
As part of efforts to inclusiveness within the church towards the LGBTQ community, the Roman Catholic Church announced on Monday that Priests are now authorized to solemnize same-sex marriages, as declared by Pope Francis. Authorizing […]
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