Pope warns of ‘uncontrolled consumption of resources,’ challenges to waste disposal
Leo also recalled that, for Christians, care for creation is part of a moral responsibility. Pope Leo XIV on Thursday warned of the urgency of the current ecological crisis during an audience at the Vatican with a delegation from the Hera Group, an Italian conglomerate specializing in environmental services, waste management, integrated water systems, and […]
Synod proposes reforming canon law to give greater weight to laity, women in the Church
The report, prepared by one of the study groups created after the Synod on Synodality, must now be examined by Pope Leo XIV. The General Secretariat of the Synod published on Wednesday the final report of the Canonical Commission, which explicitly endorses several proposals to amend the Code of Canon Law related to the participation […]
Vatican calls for a renewal of attention in the age of clickbait
The World Day of Social Communications will be celebrated on May 9, 2027, the Sunday before Pentecost. The Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication has unveiled the theme for the 61st World Day of Social Communications: “A New Gaze: Paying Attention in the Age of Clickbait.” With this theme, the Vatican will invite people “to reflect on […]
Bishop Barron in Rome: Despite tension, Catholicism is deeply aligned with American ideals
The Catholic evangelist discussed America’s 250th anniversary at the Pontifical North American College on Sept. 30. Bishop Robert Barron of Winona-Rochester, Minnesota, argued that Catholic theology is deeply compatible with the founding of the United States as it marks its 250th anniversary. The evangelist and founder of Word on Fire Ministries delivered the keynote address […]
Vatican official says Vatican finances need more scrutiny despite progress
Monsignor Anthony Ekpo, a Nigerian official at the Secretariat of State, spoke at a Rome conference on financial reform on Sept. 29. A Vatican official called for greater scrutiny of Vatican finances after roughly 15 years of reforms. Monsignor Anthony Ekpo, assessor for general affairs of the Secretariat of State and president of the Financial […]
Documentary about St. Carlo Acutis premieres at the Vatican
“Carlo Acutis: The Young Saint” is set to premiere in North America in February 2027. Roughly a year after the canonization of Carlo Acutis — the first millennial saint — an authorized documentary about him is set to premiere worldwide. “Carlo Acutis: The Young Saint” premiered at the Vatican Film Library on Sept. 29. The […]
Pope Leo XIV to contemplative nuns: In a world of speed, silence is precious
The pontiff held a private audience with the International Commission of Nuns on Sept. 30. Pope Leo XIV encouraged contemplative nuns to uphold their commitment to silence amid a noisy world and aging religious communities. “[Silence] is particularly important in a world characterized by speed, where everything must be immediately visible and every void must […]
Pope Leo XIV says ‘rebirth’ is key to understanding France trip
Reflecting on his four-day pastoral visit, the pope highlighted Notre-Dame’s restoration, rising baptisms, youthful faith, care for abuse victims, and Europe’s vocation to peace. VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday reflected on his recent four-day pastoral visit to France, calling it a “great gift” and saying the trip could be understood through one […]
Vatican confirms abuse by founder of Institute of the Incarnate Word, orders renewal
The congregation must undertake a process of institutional purification after a canonical process determined that its founder, Carlos Miguel Buela, committed abuse against multiple victims. ROME — The Holy See has confirmed that Argentine priest Carlos Miguel Buela, founder of the Institute of the Incarnate Word (IVE), committed abuse against several individuals. The Vatican reached […]
Cardinal Parolin tells UN: Self-defense does not justify an arms race
The Vatican secretary of state addressed the United Nations in New York on Sept. 26. Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican secretary of state, said that nations have the right to self-defense but urged them not to use it as an excuse for rearmament. Parolin addressed the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly in New York on […]