Pope Francis, speaking in the Syro-Catholic Cathedral of Our Lady of Salvation in Baghdad where 48 worshippers were killed in a terrorist attack in 2010, acknowledged that daily hardship is a reality for Iraq’s Christians.
Pope to Iraq’s President: “I come as a pilgrim of peace in the name of Christ
Pope Francis has arrived in Baghdad to start an historic four-day visit to Iraq – the first of any Pope to the country.
The Catholic Church celebrates Easter Monday under the title ‘Monday of the Angel
On Easter Monday, the Catholic Church celebrates what’s called “Monday of the Angel.” In many countries in Europe and South America, this day, also known as “Little Easter,” is a national holiday.
Shroud of Turin to go on virtual display for Holy Saturday
For the second time, the Shroud of Turin will be exposed for veneration on social media and websites on Holy Saturday, the archbishop of Turin has announced.
Cardinal Grech to Irish bishops: ‘A synodal process promises an ecclesial springtime
Cardinal Mario Grech told Irish bishops that embarking on a “synodal process” could lead to an “ecclesial springtime.”
Pope Francis entrusts Iraq trip to Virgin Mary’s protection
On the eve of his departure for a three-day trip to Iraq, Pope Francis visited a Rome basilica to ask for the Virgin Mary’s intercession and protection on his travels.
Pope Francis will bless this Virgin Mary statue desecrated by Islamic State
The restored Marian statue damaged by Islamic State during its occupation of Karamles, Iraq. Photo credits: Rocchi/SIR. Iraqi Catholics have asked Pope Francis to bless …
Pope Francis says he is coming to Iraq as ‘a pilgrim of peace’
A day before he departs for Baghdad, Pope Francis sent a video message to the Iraqi people, saying that he was coming to Iraq as “a pilgrim of peace.”
Qaraqosh is ready, says Syriac Catholic Archbishop in northern Iraq
Archbishop Nizar Semaan Credit: CBCEW Just 24 hours before Pope Francis’ historic visit to Iraq – the first of any pope to the country – …
Bishop McKinney disturbed by allegations of labour exploitation in some Leicester clothing factories
Statement from the Catholic Diocese of Nottingham on allegations concerning Boohoo’s employment practices in Leicester factories
The Bishop of Nottingham has welcomed reports that an official inquiry is due to be launched into allegations of modern slavery.
Pope Francis to mark 500 years of Catholic faith in the Philippines with Mass
Pope Francis will offer Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica on 14 March to mark 500 years of Catholic faith in the Philippines.
Pope Francis prays for a renewal of the Sacrament of Reconciliation
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of March is for a renewed experience of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
In his video for the prayer intention, created by the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network, the pope asked for prayers that the Sacrament of Reconciliation would be experienced “with renewed depth, to taste the forgiveness and infinite mercy of God.”
Pope Francis calls for end to ‘bloody clashes’ in Burma
Pope Francis appealed this morning for an end to “bloody clashes” and the release of political leaders in Burma.
Speaking at the end of his general audience today, the pope lamented the deaths of protesters following a military coup in the Southeast Asian country on 1 February.
Church backs calls to protect the aid budget
Churches Together in Britain and Ireland has set out the case for protecting Britain’s international development commitment, following recent calls from Cardinal Nichols and other church leaders to continue spending 0.7% of Gross National Income on supporting the world’s poorest people.
Pope Francis: World could face a new ‘great flood’
Pope Francis said in a new book released on Tuesday that the world could face a catastrophe like the Great Flood if human beings fail to address climate change.
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI addresses resignation conspiracy theories, Iraq, and Biden in new interview
Benedict XVI addressed conspiracy theories about his resignation as pope, Pope Francis’ trip to Iraq, and Joe Biden in an interview with an Italian newspaper published on Monday.
Cardinal Nichols welcomes US investigation into garment-making industry in Leicester
Cardinal Vincent Nichols, President of the Santa Marta Group, has welcomed a US investigation into allegations of labour exploitation in the garment-making industry in factories in Leicester.
Pray for the Transfiguration of Myanmar, says Cardinal Bo
Cardinal Charles Bo, Archbishop of Yangon, used his homily for the Second Sunday of Lent to issue a passionate call for the transfiguration of a nation and its people.
Peace in Myanmar is possible. Peace is the only way.
Myanmar Church flags Credit: CBCEW Statement of the Executive Committee of Justice & Peace Europe on the situation in Myanmar The peaceful elections of November …
Scotland’s Catholic bishops seek ‘dialogue’ over cap on worshipers when public Masses resume
Scotland’s Catholic bishops said today that they plan to engage in “dialogue” with government officials over a cap on worshipers when public Masses resume in time for Easter.