Archbishop Fulton Sheen to Be Beatified by the Vatican Later This Year
Vatican Approves Beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen The journey toward sainthood for renowned American Catholic evangelist Archbishop Fulton Sheen made significant progress this week, as the Vatican has approved his beatification, set to occur later this year. The Diocese of Peoria shared the news, marking a notable moment for the Illinois native six years after […]
Vatican Works Urgently to Avoid New Split as Dissident Group Organizes Unauthorized Bishop Ordinations
Vatican Meeting with Traditionalist Groups Next week, the Vatican is set to engage with leaders from traditionalist groups who’ve announced their intention to consecrate new bishops without papal consent. This move could potentially widen existing rifts in the church that have been developing for decades. Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernández expressed an interest in “exploring avenues […]
Vatican Asks for Giorgia Meloni’s Image to be Removed from Angel in Renovated Fresco
An Angelic Controversy In Rome A portrait of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, recently added to a restored statue of an angel in a Roman church, is set to be removed at the request of the Vatican, as reported by La Repubblica. St. Lawrence Cathedral in Lucina has found itself at the center of a […]
Catholic priests warn of a split with the Vatican over the consecration of SSPX bishops
Traditionalist Catholic Priests Threaten Schism with Vatican A group of traditionalist Catholic priests, known for their longstanding tensions with the Vatican, has announced plans that could lead to a significant break from Rome. This weekend, the Society of Priests of St. Pius X (SSPX) declared their intention to consecrate bishops without seeking approval from the […]
Pope Leo calls for conversation instead of violence on Holocaust memorial day at the Vatican
Pope’s Call for a World Free of Anti-Semitism Pope Leo, during his audience on Wednesday, urged for a world devoid of anti-Semitism, prejudice, and oppression. His remarks coincided with International Holocaust Remembrance Day, observed just a day earlier. At the Vatican’s Paul VI Hall, the pope reflected on the January 27 commemoration, which honors the […]
Pope Leo XIV Has a Meeting with María Corina Machado at the Vatican Ahead of Her Anticipated Trump Summit
The Vatican Acknowledges Meeting with Venezuelan Opposition Leader The Vatican confirmed on Monday that Pope Leo met with Venezuelan opposition leader, María Corina Machado. This meeting came shortly after Edmundo González, the president-elect of Venezuela in exile, shared a photo of himself with Machado and the Pope on social media. González is campaigning against a […]
Pro-life advocate honors Vatican Nativity for 25,000 babies who were not aborted
Vatican’s Pro-Life Nativity Scene Highlights Lives Saved The head of an international pro-life organization recently commended the Vatican for unveiling a Nativity scene that symbolizes the more than 25,000 babies that have been saved from abortion this year through the group’s advocacy. Sean Carney, CEO and founder of 40 Days for Life, mentioned in an […]
Conor McGregor weds Dee Devlin in Vatican City
Conor McGregor and Dee Devlin Marry in Vatican City Conor McGregor and his long-time partner, Dee Devlin, got married in a private ceremony in Vatican City on Friday. They exchanged vows along with their four children at the Basilica of Santo Stefano degli Abyssini, a historic chapel situated within the Vatican walls, as reported by […]
Vatican to Return Art Taken from Indigenous Canadian Groups a Century Ago
The Vatican Returns Indigenous Artifacts to Canada The Vatican declared on Saturday its decision to return 62 artifacts from its collection related to Indigenous art and culture to tribes in Canada. This move is seen as part of the church’s efforts to atone for its historical role in diminishing Indigenous cultures across the Americas. Pope […]
Pope Leo XIV will hold a meeting with Hollywood actors and directors at the Vatican.
Pope Leo XIV Engages with Hollywood’s Finest Pope Leo XIV is making strides to connect the Vatican with Hollywood. On Saturday, an exclusive gathering is set to take place featuring some of the film industry’s most notable figures. The Vatican stated, “During this Jubilee, Pope Leo XIV aims to enrich dialogue with the film world, […]