Vatican Brief 15 May 2024

Pope asks international community to help flood-hit Afghanistan

During his greetings at the General Audience Pope Francis appeals to the international community to step in with aid and support for Afghanistan that has been struck by deadly floods. He also reminds the faithful to pray for peace. 

Pope at Audience: Charity is the work of the Holy Spirit in us

Pope Francis reflects on "charity" at his weekly General Audience, saying that the theological virtue "comes from God and is directed towards God, and enables ... 

Pope blesses "Voice of the Unborn" bell destined for Kazakhstan

Pope Francis blesses the "Voice of the Unborn" bell, which will be taken to Kazakhstan, and will serve as a reminder of the importance of protecting human life ... 

Pope: 'Peace is made with our hands not just by the powerful' 

Pope Francis pens the preface of the book "Justice and peace will embrace", a collection of reflections published ahead of his pastoral visit to the Italian ... 

Global experts and leaders convene for Vatican climate summit

Scientists, regional and local leaders, and experts from universities around the world meet in the Vatican for a Summit entitled, "From Climate Crisis to ... 

Talitha Kum to celebrate 15-year anniversary at upcoming General Assembly

Gathering delegates from nearly 100 countries and featuring testimonies from esteemed speakers and survivors, Talitha Kum will commemorate 15 years of its fight ... 

Slovakia's Prime Minister shot outside Bratislava

Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico has been shot and injured in an apparent assassination attempt outside the capital Bratislava. The motives of the gunman ... 

Vatican & World News 15.05.2024

 - Pope Francis appeals to the international community to provide support and aid to flood-stricken Afghanistan  - A conference on Climate Crisis ...