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Archbishop Andrew Fuanya Nkea of the Archdiocese of Bamenda, Cameroon, has lamented war's devastating effects and called on all nations to do everything possible to preserve peace in their countries and communities. His appeal reflects his experience of a decade-old conflict in Cameroon’s English-speaking regions.
Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin delivers the opening address at the Pontifical Gregorian University’s international academic conference, “The Holy See and Totalitarian Systems in the 20th Century: New Perspectives and Research Approaches,” warning that there are still those who seek to “control how humanity lives and thinks."
Members of the Coalition for Spiritual and Public Leadership attend the weekly General Audience, bringing Pope Leo XIV the voices of people “torn away” from their lives and families, presenting him items from migrants sharing “their life experiences amid countless difficulties.”
Around 1,000 members of the Legion of Mary from 21 Curiae in the Diocese of Larantuka made a pilgrimage to Lewouran, East Flores, Indonesia, on 23 October, to pray before the relics of St. Peter the Apostle. The gathering offered a moment of spiritual renewal and reminded the faithful that authentic devotion must bear fruit in concrete acts of charity, solidarity and service to those most in need.
A rare humanitarian ceasefire in southern Ukraine is offering hope to civilians trapped under Russian occupation following personal appeals by Pope Leo XIV and diplomatic efforts involving U.S. First Lady Melania Trump. The truce has reportedly been expanded to allow humanitarian convoys to reach more areas, although fighting continues elsewhere in the war-torn country.
Persecution of Christians has worsened in 55% of the 18 countries examined in Aid to the Church in Need’s report for 2024–2026. The pontifical foundation warns that 413 million Christians live in countries where religious freedom is seriously violated, leaving them at risk of persecution. Africa remains a major centre of violence, while concerns are growing over conditions in Asia and forced displacement.
Pope Leo XIV sends message to the meeting 'Mary, a Path of Dialogue and Peace for the Mediterranean,' organized by Pontifical International Marian Academy and the Order of Friars Minor and taking place in Perugia and Assisi, saying the Blessed Mother can help us rediscover the pillars of dialogue and work toward peace.
Fr. Philip Larrey, Ph.D., speaks to Vatican News about the 'Cloistered Monasteries in the Age of Artificial Intelligence' event underway in Rome, noting that there could be practical ways for the conscientious use of AI to benefit certain tasks of religious sisters and brothers, without interfering in their life of prayer.
Pope Leo XIV will meet parish communities and celebrate Mass during visits to all five pastoral sectors of the Diocese of Rome, beginning November 27.
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Cusco, in the Peruvian Andes, Italian missionary Father Walter Corsini reflects on local spiritual traditions, the impact of tourism and his 30 years of service among the poor.
At the weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV affirms the positive impact that the Christian faith has on every culture, as faith invites believers to a fruitful integration of knowledge.
Ahead of the General Audience on Wednesday, Pope Leo XIV meets with executives of Mercedes-Benz on the occasion of a special exhibition commemorating one hundred years of the ‘Popemobile’.