Vatican News - English

#SARS protests: We need more in-depth conversations and reforms

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 16:23:43 GMT

Nigeria’s Bishop Badejo says the disbanding of the infamous SARS unit of the Nigeria Police Force, though welcome, should be the start of more in-depth conversations and far-reaching reforms.

Cardinal-designate Advincula: Pope wants Church to tend to "peripheries”

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 14:51:37 GMT

In an interview with Vatican News, Filipino Cardinal-designate Jose Advincula of Capiz explains why he thinks Pope Francis chose him to be a Cardinal.

"The Economy of Francesco" giving a new soul to global economy

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 14:46:33 GMT

The “Economy of Francesco” event, that had been due to launch the movement in Assisi in March and that was postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, is presented in the Vatican in an adapted guise.

Pope Francis dreams of a Europe of solidarity and respect for all peoples

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 11:05:41 GMT

In a letter to the Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Pope Francis retraces the history and values of the European continent and expresses his desire for fraternity and solidarity among nations amid a period marked by individualistic tendencies.

Asian bishops’ solidarity with jailed Indian Jesuit

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 16:13:52 GMT

The Federation of Asian Bishops Conferences is calling for the release of Indian Jesuit priest Father Stan Swamy and 15 human rights activists facing trial for alleged links with Maoist rebels.

Armenia and Azerbaijan accuse each other of violating latest ceasefire

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:25:18 GMT

Armenia and Azerbaijan accuse each other of violating the latest ceasefire over the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh, where almost 1000 people have been killed. A historic church is among the many damaged targets.

Belarus: General strike puts authorities to the test

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:20:36 GMT

Workers, students, pensioners, activists and other members of civil society took to the streets in Belarusian cities today calling for President Lukashenko to step down.

Cardinal-elect Antoine Kambanda: Being a Cardinal is a joy, a great burden, and a challenge

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:41:01 GMT

The Archbishop of Kigali, Rwanda, Antoine Kambanda, is one of the 13 new Cardinals announced by Pope Francis on Sunday during the Angelus prayer.

UN: treaty banning nuclear weapons to enter into force

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 14:39:29 GMT

With the 50th ratification of the international treaty to ban nuclear weapons on October 24, the accord will enter into force in January.

Lithuania, Ukraine holding elections amid pandemic

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 15:55:11 GMT

Despite the raging coronavirus pandemic, polls opened Sunday for elections that could impact government leaders' future in two East European nations. In Lithuania, a parliamentary runoff is likely to change its government. And, in Ukraine, local elections are a popularity test for last year's elected former comedian-turned president.

New Cardinal-elects express surprise and gratitude

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 15:37:41 GMT

Reaction from the clerics Pope Francis has chosen to collaborate with him as Cardinals is beginning to come in. As Vatican News becomes aware of their reactions, we will continue to post them here.

Blast kills students in Afghanistan

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 13:53:11 GMT

A suicide bombing at an education centre in Afghanistan has killed at least 24 people, including students.

An introduction to the 13 new Cardinals announced by Pope Francis

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 13:34:16 GMT

Biographical information on the 13 new Cardinals to be created in the Consistory Pope Francis announced will beheld on 28 November.

Pope Francis appeals for end to unrest in Nigeria

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 12:00:07 GMT

The Pope on Sunday expresses his concern at continuing violence in Nigeria, and appeals for social harmony in the promotion of justice and the common good.

Pope announces a consistory for the creation of 13 new cardinals

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 11:57:02 GMT

On 28 November, there will be 13 new additions to the College of Cardinals: 9 are under 80 years of age, among them is the Guardian of Sacro Convento in Assisi, Father Mauro Gambetti.

Pope at Angelus: love of God and neighbour fundamental to Christian life

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 11:14:11 GMT

Pope Francis during his Sunday Angelus tells the faithful in St Peter’s Square that love is the cornerstone of Jesus’ teaching.

Invoking the Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Africa

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 08:37:24 GMT

The countless challenges that besiege the continent of Africa definitely demand solutions from socio-political actors. However, the invocation of our Blessed Mother, Mary, as Our Lady of Africa, is something that should never be ignored.

Vatican Museums: everything is connected #4

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 07:56:26 GMT

"We exist only in relationships: with God the Creator, with our brothers and sisters as members of a common family, and with all of God’s creatures within our common home. We cannot live in harmony with creation if we are not at peace with the Creator who is the source and origin of all things."

Court rejects bail for elderly Indian Jesuit priest

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 15:49:25 GMT

A special anti-terrorism court has denied bail to Father Stan Swamy, accused of links with terrorism. Cardinal Gracias urges prayers for the Jesuit.

It’s time for the jobless, homeless and landless to raise our voices

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 12:53:04 GMT

Rose Molokoane speaks on behalf the homeless, landless and poor at a meeting of Popular Movements and the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development on Saturday.