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Franciscan Brother in Lebanon: God does not give permission to kill
Posted on 03/16/2026 10:01 AM ()
Brother Tony Choukri, Guardian of the Franciscan Monastery of St. Joseph in Beirut, tells Vatican News about life under war and calls for peace, emphasising that “human beings are not an object, and death is neither a path nor a tool to change strategies, demography, or borders.”
Synod releases Report on Mission in the Digital Environment
Posted on 03/16/2026 09:07 AM ()
A final report from Study Group 3 of the Synod of Bishops underscores the need for the Church to engage the digital environment as a vital space for evangelization, dialogue, and pastoral accompaniment.
Heavy overnight bombing reported in Tehran
Posted on 03/16/2026 09:04 AM ()
The Israeli military said Monday it launched a “wide-scale” series of strikes on targets in Iran, escalating a conflict now entering its third week.
Vatican releases mottos and logos for Pope's Apostolic Journey to Africa
Posted on 03/16/2026 08:23 AM ()
The Holy See Press Office releases the logos and mottos for Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to Africa, on the same day as the official programme is released for his visits to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea.
Pope Leo speaks by phone with Palestinian President Abbas
Posted on 03/16/2026 07:26 AM ()
The Holy See Press Office informs journalists that Pope Leo XIV received a call from Mahmoud Abbas, President of the State of Palestine, regarding recent developments in the Middle East conflict.
Cardinal Gugerotti: Good Friday Collection offers hope in war-torn Holy Land
Posted on 03/16/2026 07:06 AM ()
Ahead of the Good Friday Collection for the Holy Land, Cardinal Claudio Gugerotti encourages all Catholics to offer what they can to help restore hope to the people who reside in the places where Jesus lived.
Pope Leo’s schedule for Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea
Posted on 03/16/2026 07:04 AM ()
The Holy See Press Office releases the programme for Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Journey to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea, which takes place on April 13-23, 2026.
Pope: Information must not turn into propaganda, especially amid war
Posted on 03/16/2026 06:30 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV meets with Italian journalists from the news broadcast TG2 and warns against the media becoming a “megaphone” for power, especially in times of conflict.
Peruvian Bishops call for 'ethical discernment' ahead of elections
Posted on 03/16/2026 06:25 AM ()
The Bishops of Peru publish a message ahead of the country’s upcoming elections, warning that the country needs authorities "characterized by honesty, transparency, and coherence between their words and their actions."
Pope Leo XIV: Protecting minors is essential for life of the Church
Posted on 03/16/2026 06:17 AM ()
Addressing the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, Pope Leo XIV encourages their mission to ensure abuse is prevented in the Church, insisting that such responsibility must be concretely confronted, and not delegated, to build a "culture of care."