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Pope Francis’ twin prayers for an “end to the pandemic”

Pope Francis left the Vatican on Sunday to visit two important pilgrimage sites in Rome to pray for the city and the world, in the midst of the Covid-19 coronavirus outbreak. 

Pope renews prayer for people isolated due to coronavirus outbreak

Pope Francis invites us to unite ourselves to Christ and one another in the spiritual communion of the Eucharist, as more governments encourage citizens to stay ... 

The 7th anniversary of the Pope who accompanies us

The 7th anniversary of Pope Francis’ pontificate comes in the midst of the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis. 

Pope at Angelus: Christ the source of living water

Pope Francis reflects on the Gospel passage recounting Jesus’ meeting with the Samaritan woman at the well before reciting the Angelus this Sunday. 

Pope Francis at Mass: May families find new ways of showing love

Once again, Pope Francis demonstrates his concern for families who are cooped up at home with their children, praying, “May the Lord help them discover new ... 

Pope’s Mass on Sunday for those guaranteeing public services

Those “working to guarantee public services” were on the Pope’s heart as he celebrates Mass on Sunday at the Casa Santa Marta. 

Pope’s Mass intention is for families

Pope Francis offers Mass at the Casa Santa Marta on Saturday morning for families and especially for parents so that they might “manage this difficult situation ... 

Pope offers Mass for pastors

Pope Francis’ intention for Mass on Friday was for pastors, asking the Lord to give them strength and the ability to “choose the best ways to help”. 

New law for Vatican City responds to current needs

Pope Francis establishes a new law for Vatican City State providing greater independence for the judiciary and simplifying judicial procedures. 

Pope Francis wants independent and professional magistrates

In this interview, the President of the Vatican City State Tribunal, Giuseppe Pignatone, explains the new rules for the Vatican judicial system promulgated by ... 

COVID-19: Vatican Holy Week celebrations under study

The Prefecture of the Papal Household announces that Holy Week celebrations in Rome will take place without the physical presence of the faithful, in an attempt ... 

Papal Almoner: Vatican services for the poor continue despite coronavirus

The Vatican continues to offer shower facilities, sleeping quarters, and food assistance to the poor and homeless who often sleep rough around St. Peter’s ... 

Jesuit Refugee Services appeal to end hostilities in Syria

Jesuit Refugee Services (JRS) marks the 9th anniversary of the war in Syria with an appeal to suspend hostilities and protect civilians. 

Sri Lanka Church prays for Sri Lankans and others hit by Covid-19

In a statement, Bishop Raymond Wickramasinghe of Galle, president of the Commission for Migrants of the Sri Lankan Bishops' Conference (CBCSL), urged for ... 

The United States tackles Coronavirus

On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump said he was “taking sweeping action to control” Covid-19 and the USCCB President responds saying “God does not abandon ... 

Catholic and Lutheran Bishops in Scandinavia make joint appeal for refugees

The Catholic and Lutheran Bishops of Scandinavia issue a joint statement calling on Europe’s leaders to provide a dignified and shared response to the refugee ... 

Philippine bishops refute Duterte’s accusation against Cardinal Tagle 

President Duterte alleges Cardinal Tagle was removed from Manila Archdiocese for meddling in politics. 

Wellington Archdiocese hosts “Mission Expo”

The Archdiocese of Wellington, in New Zealand is highlighting the importance of the Church’s mission by hosting an Expo which brings together, under one roof, a ... 

Italian Bishops Conference donates ten million Euro to Caritas Italy

The major donation, is aimed at supporting the diocesan Caritas in their work to support people in difficulty due to the Coronavirus outbreak. 

COVID-19: Irish Bishops issue statement in context of coronavirus

As the number of people affected by COVID-19 in Ireland continues to rise, the Irish Catholic Bishops’ Conference issues a statement calling for courage and ... 

Parish churches in Rome to remain open for private prayer

In agreement with Pope Francis, the Cardinal Vicar of the Diocese of Rome has decided to amend an earlier decree closing Rome’s churches. Parish churches, as ... 

Pakistan: Caritas Karachi provides free cataract surgery for poor during Lent

Caritas Karachi and doctors from the Ahsas-e-Insaniat charity help provide free eye treatment to 650 poor patients. 

Talitha Kum & UK Embassy to Holy See fighting human trafficking together

Talitha Kum, the international network of Consecrated Life against human trafficking sets up a new network in Ethiopia with the collaboration of the British ... 

New Zealand Bishops call to peace a year after Christchurch shootings

The New Zealand Catholic Bishops' Committee for Interfaith Relations issues a letter promoting interreligious harmony as they reflect on the first anniversary ... 

EU to offer financial incentive to migrants in Greece to return to their homes

The European Union has announced a plan to offer 2,000 euro to migrants in camps on Greek islands if they are willing to return to their homelands. 

Stop carnage, flouting of rights, international law in Syria - UN chief 

Ahead of the 9th anniversary of Syria’s devastating conflict on Sunday, March 15, UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres highlighted the urgent need for a ... 

Covid-19: Governments implement stricter measures to stem spread of coronavirus

As the coronavirus continues to spread across different countries, governments are putting in place measures to help contain it, with many preparing to copy the ...