Tag: Rome reports
Pope Francis: May the past nourish the present
Pope Francis addressed the circle of St Peter, a 150 year old institution, advising them to know how to renew themselves while maintaining their character.
Corpus Christi returns to St John Lateran
Pope Francis celebrated the solemnity of Corpus Christi at the basilica of St John Lateran Sunday 2 June, after a period of time celebrating it on the outskirts of the Vatican.
Exploring the Developing Ties Between China and the Vatican
The Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolini, says there continues to be improvements in the relationship between China and the Vatican, despite some rocky moments in recent years.
After embassy gaffe, Ecuador on European tour to strengthen relations
Daniel Noboa, Ecuador's current president, met with Pope Francis at the Apostolic Palace to strengthen relations.
The global challenge of declining birth rates – what can we...
Pope Francis spoke about the decline in the birth rate as one of the most concerning figures on a global level, at a forum dedicated to the issue.
Pope Francis: Education goes beyond academic instruction
Pope Francis welcomed members of the board of trustees and other leaders from the Augustinian-sponsored Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts, to the Vatican 10 May, to discuss the importance of an education that helps young people contribute to the community.
Did the Catholic Church invent the idea of the Jubilee? You...
With the announcement of the Year of the Jubilee many have asked how we came to celebrate these holy years. Rooted in Jewish tradition and political influences, its origin story is nothing short of uneventful.
Pope Francis officially announces dates of Jubilee of 2025
Cardinals, bishops and pilgrims gathered in the Atrium of St Peter's Basilica to hear the long-awaited moment Pope Francis officially announced the Jubilee of 2025.
Low birthrates push pope to attend birth forum for Italy
Pope Francis will participate in Italy's General State of Birthrate forum on 10 May to discuss declining birthrates in the country.
Human fraternity meeting welcomes head of Nasa and Nobel prize winners
World Meeting on Human Fraternity: Be Human, will welcome Nobel prize winners, artists and the head of Nasa to explore the in which society can demonstrate unity.
A day of duty for the Bishop of Rome
As he deals with illness, fatigue and full schedules, Pope Francis met with and participated in many ceremonies and meetings, taking in his stride his role as Bishop of Rome.
New Swiss guards vow to serve “faithfully, loyally, and honourably,” even...
Almost 500 years after the Sack of Rome, 34 new recruits to the Swiss guard swear to protect the pope and his successors "faithfully, loyally, and honourably," even unto death.
