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Pope Leo recalls Francis’ legacy of generosity, mercy for Church and world
Posted on 04/21/2026 03:57 AM ()
Aboard the flight from Angola to Equatorial Guinea, Pope Leo XIV recalls his predecessor Pope Francis on the first anniversary of his death, saying the late Pope “gave so much through his life and his closeness to the poor.”
Pope: Church in Angola is growing and can help promote universal rights
Posted on 04/21/2026 03:57 AM ()
On the flight from Angola to Equatorial Guinea, Pope Leo XIV answers questions from three Angolan journalists, assuring them he spoke to the president about a joint effort between the Church and the Angolan government in the fields of healthcare and education.
Pope’s psychiatric hospital visit a ‘huge’ message on mental health
Posted on 04/21/2026 03:46 AM ()
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s arrival to the Psychiatric Hospital in Malabo, staff members tell Vatican News that the visit will send a “very strong” message on the importance of mental health care.
Angola will need time and planning to internalise Pope Leo's messages, says Bishop Estevao
Posted on 04/21/2026 03:37 AM ()
For a country with over 500 years of evangelization, Angola still has areas where the Word of God reaches with great difficulty. One reason for this is the large size of some dioceses, which are sometimes divided to create new ones. The newest is the Diocese of Ganda, led by Bishop Estevao Binga. During the flight from Saurimo to Luanda, after the Pope’s visit, Bishop Estevao explained to Vatican News some of the peculiarities of his new Diocese and shared his views on the Pope’s visit to Angola
Pope Leo XIV begins Apostolic Journey to Equatorial Guinea
Posted on 04/21/2026 03:34 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV arrives in Equatorial Guinea, marking the fourth and final leg of his Apostolic Journey to four African nations.
Mass at Casa Santa Marta on anniversary of Pope Francis' death
Posted on 04/21/2026 01:33 AM ()
One year after Pope Francis' death, Archbishop Luigi Travaglino presides at Mass in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta, the former residence of the late Pope.
Pope Leo concludes visit to Angola, flies to Equatorial Guinea
Posted on 04/21/2026 01:20 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV boards the papal plane at the end of his Apostolic Journey to Angola and flies to Equatorial Guinea, which is the final leg of his 11-day visit to four African nations.
“Todos, todos, todos!”
Posted on 04/20/2026 23:47 PM ()
As the Church recalls Pope Francis on the first anniversary of his death, Vatican News releases a new documentary that looks back over the life and legacy of the Argentine Pope.
Sri Lanka marks 7 years since Easter attacks amid continuing calls for justice
Posted on 04/20/2026 23:00 PM ()
Marking seven years since the Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka, the Catholic Church renews its call for truth and justice, as investigations continue amid progress and resistance. Fr Rohan Silva sheds light on ongoing legal developments, unresolved demands for transparency, and the Church’s commitment to sustain pressure while keeping hope alive.
Maintaining hope: Equatorial Guinea waits for the Pope
Posted on 04/20/2026 16:15 PM ()
As Equatorial Guinea prepares to receive Pope Leo XIV, Vatican News speaks to residents of Malabo about their expectations for his upcoming visit.