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Pope Leo to wash the feet of 12 Roman priests on Holy Thursday
Posted on 04/1/2026 06:07 AM ()
During the Mass "in Coena Domini" on Holy Thursday, Pope Leo will wash the feet of twelve priests - eleven of whom he ordained last year.
Catholic entrepreneurs in Asia urged to align business with mission and justice
Posted on 04/1/2026 04:26 AM ()
As the Church prepares for Easter during Holy Week, Asian Catholic business leaders attend an online UNIAPAC Asia event to explore their vocation as missionary disciples in the marketplace.
Nigerian dioceses to hold Easter Vigil earlier for security concerns
Posted on 04/1/2026 03:23 AM ()
Following an attack on a community on Palm Sunday, a number of Catholic dioceses in Nigeria decide to move their Easter Vigil Masses earlier in the day, to avoid holding the celebration at night.
Pope at Audience: Lay people help Church reach all and promote peace
Posted on 04/1/2026 02:30 AM ()
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV highlights the important role that lay people play in the Church’s mission in bearing witness to the Gospel, as he continues his reflection on the conciliar document "Lumen gentium."
New DNA research confirms Shroud of Turin's passage through the Middle East
Posted on 04/1/2026 00:30 AM ()
The Holy Shroud of Turin passed through the Middle East, reveals new DNA research in the scientific article authored by Dr. Gianni Barcaccia, Professor of Genetics and Genomics at the University of Padua, along with other researchers. The scientists confirm the presence of a genome predominantly from the Middle East and show that microorganisms thriving in extremely saline environments, such as the Dead Sea, were detected.
Space and humanity at a crossroads: A new frontier of the common good
Posted on 04/1/2026 00:00 AM ()
On the occasion of the launch of the NASA Artemis II mission on April 1, 2026, the Caritas in Veritate Foundation has released a video featuring reflections and perspectives on space exploration and the principles that should govern humanity’s relationship with it. Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, in an interview with Vatican media, affirms that “space must remain a common good, with clear legal norms and a sense of responsibility toward all humanity and future generations.”
Pope appeals to Trump and world leaders: Find solutions to end war
Posted on 03/31/2026 13:36 PM ()
In remarks to journalists, Pope Leo XIV calls on world leaders to “come back to the table” and solve their problems through dialogue.
Pope Leo XIV to carry the Cross throughout Via Crucis at Colosseum
Posted on 03/31/2026 07:24 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV will preside over the Way of the Cross at the Colosseum on Friday, 3 April, during the traditional Good Friday liturgy commemorating the journey of Jesus to Golgotha. The meditations have been written by Franciscan Father Francesco Patton.
Philippines: Church marks 505th anniversary of first Easter Mass
Posted on 03/31/2026 07:04 AM ()
Faithful gather in Limasawa to commemorate the historic first Easter Mass in the Philippines, renewing their mission as a people of faith and hope.
Pope’s April prayer intention: ‘For priests in crisis’
Posted on 03/31/2026 07:00 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV releases his prayer intention for the month of April, and invites Catholics to pray for priests who are facing a personal crisis in their vocation.