- Pope urges bishops to teach discernment, including on political issues... read more
- Oxfam’s ‘Time to Care’ report shows global wealth founded on inequalityOxfam’s annual report reveals that the hidden engine of world economy is driven by the unpaid care work of women and girls. ... read more
- Bishops begin ‘ad limina’ visit with Mass, profession of faith... read more
- Pope hopes Berlin summit will lead to peace in Libya... read more
- Pope at Mass: Trust in God makes us freeTrusting in the Word of God allows us to overcome idolatry, pride, and excessive self-confidence. In his homily on Monday during Mass at the Casa Santa Marta, Pope Francis said that being a “good Christian” means listening to what the Lord says about justice, charity, forgiveness, and mercy. ... read more
- Pope to Simon Wiesenthal Centre: If we lose our memory, we destroy our futurePope Francis receives a delegation from the Simon Wiesenthal Centre, recalling his visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, and condemning antisemitism in every form. ... read more
- Eight Die As Fire Hits Czech Disabled HomeAuthorities in the Czech Republic say at least eight people were killed as one of the country's deadliest fires in decades swept through a Czech home for the mentally disabled near the German border. The prime minister visited the site of the blaze, which also injured more than 30 people. ... read more
- Pope appeals for a peaceful solution to the crisis in LibyaPope Francis during his Sunday Angelus speaks of the crisis in Libya making particular mention of an important summit taking place in Berlin which aims to find a solution to the current situation. ... read more
- Pope at Angelus: ‘never cease to be surprised by God’s love for us’On this second Sunday of Ordinary Time, Pope Francis addressed the pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for the Angelus Prayer telling them to start anew their journey of faith. ... read more
- New Caravan of Central American migrants in search of better livesWith the eyes of the US Immigration firmly focused on its borders, Mexico is facing yet another Central American Caravan of migrants seeking a better and more prosperous life on their side of the Continent. ... read more
- Africa needs more female leadersIn many African countries, it is time for elections this year. Sadly, many of the continent’s social “social structures, such as those in politics, religion and culture, sometimes constitute real obstacles in the promotion of female leadership,” says Cote d’Ivoire SMA theologian ... read more
- Libya: thousands of children at risk amidst ongoing conflictAs international powers prepare to meet in Berlin on Sunday to discuss the Libyan crisis, UNICEF publishes details concerning the number of children at risk amidst the violence and chaos of the ongoing conflict. ... read more
- Myanmar Church concerned over China-backed damBishop Raymond Sumlut Gam of Banmaw in Kachin State and Myanmar’s Catholic Church leaders are opposed to the revival of the stalled Myitsone dam project in Kachin state. ... read more
- Pope Francis praises Italian fishers for ridding the sea of plasticThe Pope expresses his appreciation for the voluntary work fishers from the Marche region of Italy are doing to rid the seabed of plastic. He also urges them to hold firm to their Christian values. ... read more
- Care for migrants at heart of 2020 Week of Prayer for Christian UnityThe annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity takes place from 18 to 25 January. It sees representatives of all Christian denominations gather in the Vatican to pray and reflect on the theme chosen for 2020. ... read more
Vatican News
Mike Pence to meet Pope Francis in Vatican next week
Washington D.C., Jan 16, 2020 / 02:00 pm (CNA).- Vice President Mike Pence will travel to the Vatican next week to meet with Pope Francis. Pence’s office confirmed with CNA …
