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Holy See: Disarmament is essential to building peace and cannot be postponed
Posted on 10/15/2026 05:08 AM ()
During the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the UN addresses the need for disarmament to build peace. In a separate committee, he emphasises the importance of eradicating hunger to tackle the world's greatest challenge: poverty.
The John Paul II Vatican Foundation celebrates 45 years
Posted on 10/15/2026 03:54 AM ()
Established on October 16, 1981, by Pope John Paul II himself, the non-profit organization stands as a living testament to the legacy of the Polish Pontiff. Its president, Monsignor Ptasznik, says: “We want to keep the memory of Saint John Paul II increasingly alive and, at the same time, bring his legacy into the present, making it relevant to today’s world and to the world of tomorrow.”
Building bridges between faith and education in Kazakhstan
Posted on 10/15/2026 02:32 AM ()
In a small village in Northern Kazakhstan in Central Asia, a school founded by a German priest is nurturing intercultural understanding, interreligious dialogue and technological skills, offering young people the confidence to shape their own future.
Pope Leo has good second night at Rome's Gemelli hospital
Posted on 10/15/2026 00:52 AM ()
The Holy See Press Office says Pope Leo XIV had a good second night in Rome's Gemelli Hospital, and got up and had breakfast, in their latest update since he underwent a successful lung operation on Tuesday.
Church renews commitment to families at conclusion of 'Amoris laetitia' meeting
Posted on 10/14/2026 13:11 PM ()
The Vatican holds a press conference for the conclusion of the ecclesial encounter “Ten Years After Amoris laetitia: Proclaiming the Gospel with Families Today,” convened by Pope Leo XIV to mark the tenth anniversary of the Apostolic Exhortation.
Pope Leo: 'May families actively participate in life of the Church'
Posted on 10/14/2026 10:46 AM ()
At the conclusion of the meeting to mark the 10th anniversary of Amoris laetitia, Pope Leo XIV says he will review the fruits of their work and emphasizes his hope that families will always be active participants in the life and mission of local Churches.
Chicago school students prepare care package for Pope Leo XIV
Posted on 10/14/2026 10:41 AM ()
As Pope Leo XIV recovers from lung surgery in hospital, a group of students from his hometown of Chicago are sending him get-well cards and Chicago White Sox blanket.
Pope Leo's postoperative recovery progressing well
Posted on 10/14/2026 07:38 AM ()
The Holy See Press Office says the Pope underwent the blood tests and chest X-ray scheduled after surgery on Wednesday morning, which confirm that his postoperative recovery is progressing normally.
US Catholics and Evangelicals call for compassion and wisdom in immigration debate
Posted on 10/14/2026 06:50 AM ()
In a joint ecumenical document, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and the National Association of Evangelicals call for “compassion and wisdom” in the immigration debate affecting the country.
Catechism of Pope Leo XIV on Peace, by Archbishop Andrew Nkea of Bamenda in Cameroon
Posted on 10/14/2026 06:20 AM ()
Catechism of Pope Leo XIV on Peace, inspired by Pope Leo’s Apostolic visit to Cameroon in April 2026, is a Pastoral Guide for teaching Peace.