Papal See —
Robert Francis Prevost, the first Pope born in the USA, has chosen the name Leo XIV. In his first speech,…
Loggia of Benedictions —
As of tonight, the Church has a North American Pope to guide the Barque of Peter. Below are the Pope’s…
Victory Day —
Msgr. Oleksandr Yazlovetskiy, auxiliary bishop of Kyiv-Zhytomyr, explains the significance of Victory Day in Ukraine: surviving, resisting and continuing to…
SECURITY —
The Conclave is shielded from outside interference by high-tech security measures, canonical restrictions and unprecedented logistical rigour. The Sistine Chapel…
Sede vacante —
A total of 17 cardinal electors from 15 African countries will participate in the Conclave. They bring stories of dialogue,…
Vacant Seat —
A total of 37 cardinal electors from the Americas, representing diverse ecclesial contexts in terms of history, geographical location and…
Sede Vacante —
The next Conclave will include 133 cardinal electors. A central role is played by Europe, with 52 electors, including 17…
REMEMBRANCE —
The Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz, renowned for his sculptures ‘Homeless Jesus’ and ‘Angels Unawares’, which feature prominently in the Vatican,…
Vacant office —
The Conclave is set to begin on 7 May. There will be 133 cardinal electors, with a significant European presence.…
JUBILEE OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES —
A contemplative community in central France welcomes women with Down syndrome into consecrated life. Prayer, work and fraternity are intertwined…
Pope Francis and Ukraine —
The reflections of Major Archbishop of Kyiv reflects upon Pope Francis’ funeral: the important presence of President Zelensky and the…
Remembrances —
Father Guillermo Marcó, who served as Cardinal Bergoglio’s spokesman in Buenos Aires for nine years, travelled to Rome to attend…
