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‘Death Is Not the End of Everything’: Vatican Releases Pope’s Reflections On Aging, Dying
On this note, Francis pointed to the role of grandparents in society, emphasizing their role in promoting the 'balanced development of the young' and a culture of peace.
Vatican Unveils New Timothy Schmalz Statue ‘Be Welcoming’ in St. Peter’s Square
The same Scripture verse also inspired Schmalz’s Angels Unawares sculpture — also located within St. Peter’s Square — which depicts 140 migrants of different ethnicities and nationalities standing on a boat.
Vatican Updates Rules for Mass Intentions, Permits Collective Offerings Under Strict Conditions
The document addresses the growing challenge of clergy shortages in many regions, making it difficult to fulfill all requested Mass intentions while preserving their spiritual significance.
With Pope Francis Recuperating, How Will the Holy See Handle Upcoming Events?
ANALYSIS: Who will lead the Holy Week liturgies? Will Francis meet in person with King Charles? These are just some of the questions the Vatican must answer in the coming days.
Vatican Releases New Guidelines On Human Dignity, ‘Urgent’ Need to Form Consciences
'We urgently need to invest in the formation of consciences. Any confusion between good and evil creates a sense of emptiness and terrible suffering in personal and social life,' the document states.
JFK Files Mystery: What Exactly Were CIA Director’s ‘Dealings’ with the Vatican?
A newly released memo alludes to eyebrow-raising but unspecified actions by the agency’s former director, who was Catholic.
King Charles III Plans State Visit to Vatican, Meeting With Pope Francis
For the first time, the king will also visit the Papal Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls, which, the palace said, had a particular link to English kings before the Reformation.
Vatican Could Be Close to Decision in Father Rupnik Case, Report Says
The report was published as some of Father Rupnik’s alleged victims shared their stories on an Italian television program.
At Vatican Jubilee, Pope Francis Skips Prepared Text for Heart-to-Heart With Journalists
The Jan. 25 event with communicators was the second of the Saturday jubilee audiences of 2025, following a first meeting with pilgrims.
