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Women religious in Haiti alleviating the suffering of their people
Posted on 07/15/2025 03:19 AM ()
Women religious in Haiti are dedicating their lives to providing healthcare, education and psychological support to the nation’s suffering population. Sr Maria Marthe Placius lives her consecration in the trust that, even though her help is small, God can multiply it and transform suffering into hope and miracles.
Archbishop Gallagher in India: Venerable Mar Ivanios calls us to holiness
Posted on 07/15/2025 02:45 AM ()
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, Secretary for Relations with States, recalls that Venerable Mar Ivanios still calls the faithful today to pursue holiness and stay deeply rooted in Christ, as he celebrates Mass during his week-long journey to India.
Pope at Mass: Never believe that evil can prevail, even amid injustices
Posted on 07/15/2025 02:22 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at the headquarters of the Carabinieri in Castel Gandolfo, and expresses his gratitude for the Italian gendarmerie’s efforts to protect pilgrims visiting Rome during the Jubilee Year.
A plea for peace from Taybeh
Posted on 07/15/2025 02:06 AM ()
Following weeks of settler attacks on the last entirely Christian village in Palestine, the Vicar of the Custody of the Holy Land, Fr. Ibrahim Faltas, makes an impassioned plea for peace.
From Mexico to Castel Gandolfo: A unique experience of creation
Posted on 07/15/2025 02:04 AM ()
Three young seminarians from Mexico are volunteering at the Laudato Si' Village at Castel Gandolfo this summer and are helping to bring Pope Francis’ ecological dream to life—now being carried forward by Pope Leo XIV.
Thailand: MISSION POSSIBLE’ concludes with innovation, compassion, and synodal spirit
Posted on 07/15/2025 00:48 AM ()
The second season of the MISSION POSSIBLE Youth Social Hackathon concluded on Sunday, July 13, with powerful pitches, proud mentors, and a renewed sense of hope in the capacity of young people to shape a better world.
Head of chaplains in Ukraine: 'We help soldiers and families heal'
Posted on 07/15/2025 00:45 AM ()
Bishop Bohdan Manyshyn, head of Military Chaplaincy for the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, explains his office's various initiatives to support soldiers returning from the front or those who have lost loved ones.
Spain: Bishop condemns anti-migrant violence in Murcia
Posted on 07/14/2025 07:09 AM ()
Following a weekend of anti-migrant violence in Torre Pacheco, Spain, marked by far-right attacks on North African youths, the Bishop of Cartagena condemns the unrest and calls for peace, coexistence, and Christian witness in the face of rising tensions.
Missionaries of Africa: Safeguarding Minors from Abuse
Posted on 07/14/2025 05:55 AM ()
Fr. Lowrent Kamwanza of the Missionaries of Africa tells Vatican News that safeguarding children and vulnerable persons against all forms of abuse is an ongoing process of conversion, formation and accountability.
The collapse of Gaza and failure of the international community
Posted on 07/14/2025 04:28 AM ()
UN agencies warn of imminent collapse as bombings, hunger and forced displacement continue.