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“More Than a Thousand Words”: L’Osservatore Romano in images at Vatican Museums
Posted on 10/1/2026 04:20 AM ()
The Vatican Museums opens an exhibit at the Vatican Art Gallery to share the artistic and photographic work of the L'Osservatore Romano and the artists that have characterized the newspaper since its graphic redesign in 2020.
Pope: Ecological challenge of our time is more urgent than ever
Posted on 10/1/2026 04:18 AM ()
In a meeting with the Hera Group, an Italian multiutility group that manages environmental services in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV reiterates the importance of creating a “culture of care” to counter the “throwaway culture” that permeates our world and its resources.
New “Donum Missionis” Foundation to oversee Dicastery for Evangelization Colleges
Posted on 10/1/2026 03:58 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV establishes the “Donum Missionis” Foundation with a Rescript, which will be responsible for the maintenance of properties owned by the Dicastery for Evangelization that provide accommodation and formation for seminarians and religious from mission territories.
Relic of Holy Crib to be placed closer to the faithful
Posted on 10/1/2026 02:04 AM ()
The relics of the Holy Crib – the manger in which the Baby Jesus was laid at His birth – will be moved closer to the faithful to accommodate the restoration of the niche and reliquary where they are normally kept in the Confessio of Saint Mary Major.
Cardinal Ravasi joins jury for 2027 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity
Posted on 10/1/2026 01:26 AM ()
The Zayed Award for Human Fraternity announces its five-member judging committee for 2027, recognizing individuals and organizations working to advance human fraternity and peaceful coexistence.
Final report of Synod's canon law commission published
Posted on 09/30/2026 10:02 AM ()
The canon law commission's final report proposes amendments to the Code of Canon Law of the Latin Church, based on the work carried out by the two General Assemblies of the Synod of Bishops in October 2023 and October 2024.
Russia, Ukraine continue to exchange deadly strikes
Posted on 09/30/2026 09:10 AM ()
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged deadly aerial attacks, killing and injuring numerous people, as energy infrastructure increasingly becomes a target with winter approaching. The latest strikes also affected neighboring countries amid new Russian nuclear threats against the NATO military alliance.
Pope at Audience remembers Polish martyrs
Posted on 09/30/2026 04:41 AM ()
During his General Audience, Pope Leo XIV recalled the Polish martyrs of Pratulin in the Podlasie region: Blessed Wincenty Lewoniuk and his 12 Companions. The Greek Catholics were killed by soldiers of the Russian Empire in the 19th century after refusing to abandon their faith. Their witness shows steadfast fidelity to the Catholic Church and communion with the Successor of Peter
Cardinal Aveline: French Church will have to “water the seeds” of Pope’s visit
Posted on 09/30/2026 04:17 AM ()
The Archbishop of Marseille and president of the French Bishops’ Conference, Cardinal Jean-Marc Aveline, reflects on Pope Leo’s four days in France.
Pope appeals for dialogue in Tigray region
Posted on 09/30/2026 04:11 AM ()
At the conclusion of the General Audience, Pope Leo XIV appealed to all sides in the Tigray region to halt hostilities, recalling that only sincere commitment can lay the foundations for lasting peace. Speaking to Polish pilgrims, he recalled the beatification, 30 years ago, of the 13 Greek Catholic martyrs of Pratulin, who were killed for defending their belonging to the Catholic Church and entrusted their intercession to “the cause of the unity of Christ’s disciples.”