Papal See —
Pope Leo XIV: the biography of the first North American Pontiff
di Marco CalvareseRobert Francis Prevost, the first Pope born in the USA, has chosen the name Leo XIV. In his first speech,…
Papal See —
Loggia of Benedictions —
Leone XIV is the new Pope: his first address
di M.Michela NicolaisAs of tonight, the Church has a North American Pope to guide the Barque of Peter. Below are the Pope’s…
SECURITY —
Total secrecy: how the Vatican is shielding the Conclave from the outside world
di Riccardo BenottiThe Conclave is shielded from outside interference by high-tech security measures, canonical restrictions and unprecedented logistical rigour. The Sistine Chapel…
Vacant Seat —
Conclave 2025: 37 cardinal electors from the Americas
di Riccardo BenottiA total of 37 cardinal electors from the Americas, representing diverse ecclesial contexts in terms of history, geographical location and…
REMEMBRANCE —
Timothy Schmalz: “I preserve Pope Francis’ legacy through art”
di Riccardo BenottiThe Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz, renowned for his sculptures ‘Homeless Jesus’ and ‘Angels Unawares’, which feature prominently in the Vatican,…
Vacant office —
Conclave 2025: a universal College with 133 Cardinal Electors. European dominance remains amid a shift in balance
di Riccardo BenottiThe Conclave is set to begin on 7 May. There will be 133 cardinal electors, with a significant European presence.…
Pope Francis and Ukraine —
H.B. Sviatoslav Shevchuk (Kyiv): “May the Holy Spirit fill the hearts and minds of world leaders with the spirit of peace”
di M. Chiara BiagioniThe reflections of Major Archbishop of Kyiv reflects upon Pope Francis’ funeral: the important presence of President Zelensky and the…
INTERVIEW —
Remembering Pope Francis. Cardinal Semeraro: “A friend and a shepherd always open to the Spirit”
di Riccardo Benotti“His immense humanity and deep spirituality remain enshrined in my heart.” Cardinal Semeraro shares his personal memories of Pope Francis…
Synodal Journey —
Synodal Assembly: Final text in October, Assembly adjourned to November
di M.Michela NicolaisThe Second Synodal Assembly of the Churches in Italy drew to a close with the decision to postpone both the…
SYNODAL JOURNEY —
Card. Zuppi: “We do not resign ourselves to the reality of an ailing society”
di M.Michela NicolaisPope Francis’ message inaugurated the second Synodal Assembly of the Churches in Italy in Paul VI Audience Hall. Cardinal Zuppi,…
Interview —
Towards the Second Synodal Assembly. Bishop Castellucci (CEI): “A Church with fewer structures and more Gospel”
di Riccardo BenottiThe President of the National Committee of the Synodal Way outlines the details of the Second Assembly: operational proposals, structural…
Convalescence —
The Pope discharged from Hospital. Cardinal Semeraro: “It is not through efficiency that the Pope guides us, but through the power of the Holy Spirit”
di Riccardo BenottiCardinal Marcello Semeraro shares some thoughts on the recent ill-health of Pope Francis, highlighting the spiritual strength of his ministry…
