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By Kristina Millare Vatican City, Apr 4, 2025 / 11:23 am Pope Francis on Friday shared a message with Slovak pilgrims, including Slovakia’s President Peter Pellegrini, in Rome for the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope. In a written message released by the Vatican, the Holy Father welcomed approximately 4,300 Slovak pilgrims who began their jubilee pilgrimage this week with the celebration of Mass at the Basilica of St. John Lateran. “I would very much have liked to be present with you to share this moment of faith and communion, but I am still in convalescence and so I will join…

Caro direttore, è interessante notare che dopo Antonio Polito, anche Angelo Panebianco ha dedicato un editoriale sul Corriere della Sera alla “coalizione degli svogliati”, che include la Cgil di Maurizio Landini, Giuseppe Conte e Matteo Salvini, per opporsi al riarmo europeo. Tuttavia, sembra che l’attenzione polemica sia più rivolta ai cattolici di Comunione e Liberazione dopo la lettera inviata da Davide Prosperi a Repubblica. Così, il Corriere ha dedicato ben due editoriali a questa presa di posizione. Ma perché? Pietro Saldutti Milano Abbiamo già discusso dell’entusiasmo bellicoso dei “volenterosi”. Ora ci chiediamo: perché il Corriere si sorprende? I cattolici italiani…

By Hannah Brockhaus Vatican City, Apr 4, 2025 / 10:39 am Latin sung over nervous giggles and the intermittent sound of trickling water filled the small room attached to the 16th-century Church of the Most Holy Trinity of the Pilgrims on a mild March evening in Rome. Here members of a centuries-old Catholic fraternity welcomed a group of Australian teens, in Rome for a jubilee pilgrimage, with the same gesture once performed by the great saint of charity, St. Philip Neri, and his collaborators nearly 500 years ago: washing their feet. The practice, with its deep spiritual symbolism, is one…

Welcome to the 7th Jubilee event in Rome and Vatican City, where patients, doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, healthcare personnel, and technicians from 90 countries will come together to celebrate and share knowledge. Organized by Vatican News, this event dedicated to the sick and the world of healthcare will take place on April 5-6. Over 20,000 individuals from various backgrounds and nationalities will gather in the Eternal City for this special occasion. Pilgrimage to the Holy Door The event will kick off on Saturday, April 5, with a pilgrimage to the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica. Participants will have the…

The Faces of the Gospels: A Journey with Pope Francis Experience the Gospels like never before with an 18-episode series reintroduced by Vatican News to celebrate Easter. Produced by the Dicastery for Communication in collaboration with the Vatican Apostolic Library, the Vatican Museums, and Italian state TV service Rai Cultura, this series features Pope Francis narrating and reflecting on key encounters from Jesus’ life. Originally released at Easter in 2022, the series begins with Matthew, the tax collector, and takes viewers on a spiritual journey through the teachings of Jesus. Created by Andrea Tornielli and Lucio Brunelli, the series is…

Discovering the Power of Proactive Non-Violence: A Closer Look at Pax Christi International’s Mission Martha Inés Romero, Secretary General of Pax Christi International (PCI), sheds light on the Catholic peace organization’s dedication to proactive non-violence as a potent tool for fostering peace, with a special focus on its impactful work in Latin America. By Rocío Lancho García and Lisa Zengarini In a world where violence often seems like the default solution to conflicts, Pope Francis has been a vocal advocate for embracing non-violence as a more effective and sustainable approach. He firmly believes that war is never the answer and…

Alar Karis was received this morning at the State Secretariat by the cardinal and Archbishop Gallagher. In the discussions, appreciation was expressed for the good bilateral relations and satisfaction for the upcoming beatification of the Jesuit martyr Eduard Profittlich, the first blessed of the Eastern European country. By: Vatican NewsPublished Date: April 4, 2025 The “perspectives for the end of the war in Ukraine” were at the center of this morning’s discussion on April 3, between Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin and the President of the Republic of Estonia, Alar Karis. The head of state was received at the…

By AC Wimmer CNA Newsroom, Apr 4, 2025 / 06:22 am Updates on Pope Francis’ health condition continue to show positive signs as he receives ongoing medical care at the Vatican, according to the latest report from the Holy See Press Office released on Friday. The Vatican confirms that the pope’s respiratory condition is improving, and his overall mood remains upbeat as he undergoes various treatments. Changes in the format of Sunday’s Angelus are anticipated, with further details to be announced on Saturday. At 88 years old, the pontiff has shown progress in his respiratory function, mobility, and vocal strength.…

Update on Pope Francis’ Health and Activities Exciting news from the Holy See Press Office regarding Pope Francis’ health and upcoming activities! According to the latest update, the Pope continues to make gradual improvements at his residence in the Casa Santa Marta. He is recovering well from his recent hospitalization for a polymicrobial infection and bilateral pneumonia. Recent reports indicate that Pope Francis has shown slight improvements in his respiratory, mobility, and voice functions. Blood tests also show progress in his pulmonary infection. The Holy Father is undergoing physical therapy and treatment, requiring less supplemental oxygen. He remains in good…

The Joy of Sharing Faith: Pope Francis’ Message at Slovak National Jubilee Pilgrimage During the Slovak national jubilee pilgrimage at St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Francis delivered a powerful message emphasizing the importance of sharing faith with joy. He marveled at how saying ‘yes’ to God can open horizons of peace. By Benedetta Capelli and Deborah Castellano Lubov Despite his absence, Pope Francis expressed his regret for not being able to join the 4,300 pilgrims at the Slovak national jubilee pilgrimage. Archbishop Bernard Bober of Košice read his message during Mass, highlighting the significance of faith as a treasure to be…