- Odiwa named Homa Bay BishopBishop-elect Michael Otieno Odiwa was named Bishop of Homa Bay, Kenya.The diocese had been vacant since then-Bishop Philip Arnold Subira Anyolo was named Archbishop of Kisumu in November 2018. ... read more
- Pope Francis asks for prayer for Ethiopia’s embattled Tigray regionVatican City, Nov 29, 2020 / 08:30 am (CNA).- Pope Francis has asked people to pray for Ethiopia’s Tigray region, where the United Nations has said that “a full-scale humanitarian crisis is unfolding.” A communique from the Holy See Press Office Nov. 27 stated that the pope was following the news coming from Ethiopia and asked ... read more
- Ethiopia: Army takes control of TigrayEthiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed announces the end of military operations in the Tigray region after the army took full control of the regional capital. ... read more
- Mexicans face difficult Christmas due to pandemicThe Christmas Festivities or lack of them is going to leave an ache in the hearts of millions of family orientated Mexicans this year. While many will risk everything and anything to be together and close, for this most holy and cherished festive celebration, many others will remain in isolation, in the midst of pandemic, ... read more
- Pope Francis: ‘Advent is the season for remembering the closeness of God’Vatican City, Nov 29, 2020 / 05:40 am (CNA).- On the first Sunday of Advent, Pope Francis recommended a traditional Advent prayer to invite God to draw close during this new liturgical year. “Advent is the season for remembering the closeness of God who came down to dwell in our midst,” Pope Francis said in ... read more
- Pope Francis prays for Central America hit by natural disastersPope Francis, following the recitation of the Angelus on this the first Sunday of Advent reiterated his closeness to the people of Central America who are suffering as a result of recent natural disasters. ... read more
- Pope at Angelus: Advent is a continuous call to hopeFollowing Mass with new Cardinals in St Peter’s Basilica on the First Sunday of Advent, Pope Francis during the Angelus told the faithful that this season is one of expectation and hope. ... read more
- Pope at Mass: ‘Faith is a love story for people in love!”Pope Francis and the new Cardinals created during Saturday’s Consistory concelebrate Mass on the First Sunday of Advent inviting the faithful to get close to the Lord and to serve their neighbours. ... read more
- Vatican Museums: Come, let us worship #1“The depiction of Jesus’ birth is itself a simple and joyful proclamation of the mystery of the Incarnation of the Son of God.” These words of Pope Francis recall how the birth of Jesus has inspired generations of artists throughout history to evangelize through beauty. Every week the Vatican Museums and Vatican News offer a ... read more
- At Mass with new cardinals, pope warns against worldlinessVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Concelebrating Mass with newly created cardinals, Pope Francis said Advent is a time to be vigilant, hopeful and helpful. People of faith who believe in the heaven that awaits them should not be caught up with earthly concerns, he said during a Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica Nov. 29, the first ... read more
- The Pope and the new Cardinals visit Benedict XVIPope Emeritus, Benedict XVI, greeted and blessed the 13 new Cardinals whom he met in the chapel of the “Mater Ecclesiae” monastery in the Vatican after the consistory. ... read more
- Pope Francis to new cardinals: May the cross and resurrection always be your goalVatican City, Nov 28, 2020 / 10:30 am (CNA).- Pope Francis created 13 new cardinals Saturday, urging them to remain vigilant lest they lose sight of their goal of the cross and resurrection. “All of us love Jesus, all of us want to follow him, yet we must always be vigilant to remain on the ... read more
- Ethiopia: Government launches offensive on MekelleEthiopian government forces have reportedly launched an offensive to capture the regional capital Mekelle in the north of the country. Pope Francis has repeatedly appealed to the parties involved to refrain from violence and protect civilians. ... read more
- Belarus President prepared to resign under new ConstitutionBelarus' longtime President Alexander Lukashenko says he is prepared to resign if a new constitution is adopted. His announcement follows months of protests against his disputed re-election in August. ... read more
- Cardinal Gregory’s vision: protect, care for and strengthen the flockOn Saturday afternoon, Archbishop Wilton Gregory of Washington DC became Cardinal Wilton Gregory. At that moment, he also became the first African-American Cardinal. ... read more
Vatican News
Pope Francis and NBA players discuss social justice in Vatican meeting
Vatican City, Nov 23, 2020 / 12:00 pm (CNA).- Pope Francis met with five NBA players at the Vatican Monday to discuss their efforts to combat social and economic injustice …
