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Pope Leo XIV visits the Vatican Observatory
Posted on 05/20/2026 08:21 AM ()
On Tuesday, May 19, Pope Leo XIV visits the Vatican Observatory in Castel Gandolfo and greets the religious, lay and scientific staff present.
Synod releases document on path toward 2028 Ecclesial Assembly
Posted on 05/20/2026 07:57 AM ()
The General Secretariat of the Synod publishes a document outlining stages, criteria, and tools to guide local Churches toward the Ecclesial Assembly set for October 2028.
South Africa: Catholic Bishops condemn violence against migrants
Posted on 05/20/2026 07:09 AM ()
As tensions and violence against migrants continue to spread across parts of South Africa, the President of the Southern African Catholic Bishops’ Conference (SACBC) has issued a Pastoral Letter condemning attacks on foreign nationals and warning political leaders against exploiting the migration crisis for political gain ahead of local government elections.
Congregation of Holy Cross’ Mission Receives the Francis of Assisi and Carlo Acutis for an Economy of Fraternity International Award
Posted on 05/20/2026 06:54 AM ()
Holy Family Mission in the diocese of Bougainville in Papua New Guinea, receives award for the creation of an entrepreneurial community centre for women to support themselves and their families.
What indigenous communities teach us about climate change
Posted on 05/20/2026 04:47 AM ()
From the Arctic to Tierra del Fuego, historian Bernardo Groschopp reflects on how climate change, shifting wildlife and political borders are reshaping Indigenous communities – and why their environmental knowledge matters.
Oceania's Bishops discuss modern slavery and migration at Guam meeting
Posted on 05/20/2026 04:02 AM ()
During their three-day meeting in Guam, the Federation of Catholic Bishops Conferences in Oceania focuses on modern slavery and migration, formation, pastoral care, globalization, and social injustices.
Pope Leo prays for peace in Lebanon and Middle East
Posted on 05/20/2026 02:51 AM ()
As he greets Armenian Catholicos Aram I at the weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV invites everyone to pray for peace in Lebanon and the Middle East.
Pope at Audience: Liturgy sustains Church and expresses her faith
Posted on 05/20/2026 02:30 AM ()
During his Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on Vatican II's Dogmatic Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, 'Sacrosanctum Concilium,' underscoring that "the liturgy sustains the faithful" and that every Eucharistic Celebration becomes "a true epiphany of the Church in prayer."
South Sudanese bishop: All people can be ‘bridges of healing and peace'
Posted on 05/19/2026 06:35 AM ()
In an address to authorities, religious leaders, and all people, the Bishop of Tombura Yambio County in South Sudan, Eduardo Hiiboro Kussala, calls on people of all backgrounds to "revive the culture of respectful conversation, reconciliation, and unity."
Cardinal Parolin urges Europe to renew its commitment to peace
Posted on 05/19/2026 06:34 AM ()
At a European Parliament awards ceremony, Cardinal Pietro Parolin conveyed Pope Leo XIV’s call for renewed efforts to safeguard peace amid rising global tensions.