Vatican News – English

• Cardinal You: St John Vianney’s Holiness is a model of humility
  In a video message screened at the Shrine St John Vianney in Ars-sur-Formans, Cardinal Lazzaro Heung-sik You, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Clergy, reflects on the life of the saint on the centenary of his canonization: “To you, dear priests, I would like to say: do not be afraid of being weak. Do not […]
• Deadly floods strike rural town in north-central Nigeria
  Over 150 people have died in flood-struck north-central Nigeria where emergency responders are at work. The government has activated temporary shelter assistance for the more than 3.000 displaced persons but analysts say more needs to be done to prevent foreseeable tragedies. Read all  
• Hamas reviewing Gaza ceasefire proposal, reports suggest
  Hamas leaders review a ceasefire proposal from the Trump administration, which Washington says has Israel’s approval. Read all  
• Pope Leo XIV calls for missionary renewal in France
  On the centenary of the canonization of three French saints, Pope Leo XIV sends a message to France's Bishops and speaks of the country's “Christian heritage,” which “still profoundly permeates [French] culture and remains alive in many hearts.” Read all  
• Lord's Day Reflection: The Ascension of the Lord
  As the Church celebrates the Ascension of the Lord, Fr Edmund Power, OSB, reflects on how it reminds us that "…we too may rise up to the heavenly realms." Read all