U.S. forces launch missiles toward Islamic State positions in desert areas of eastern and northern Syria.

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U.S. strikes more than 70 Islamic State targets in Syria

U.S. forces launch missiles toward Islamic State positions in desert areas of eastern and northern Syria.

The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem is on a pastoral visit to the Parish of the Holy Family and will preside over the Christmas Mass on Sunday.

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Cardinal Pizzaballa arrives in Gaza ahead of Christmas

The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem is on a pastoral visit to the Parish of the Holy Family and will preside over the Christmas Mass on Sunday.

Pope Leo XIV convenes his first Consistory of Cardinals, which will take place on January 7-8 and will be marked by prayer, support, and counsel for the Pope.

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Pope Leo XIV convenes his first Consistory of Cardinals

Pope Leo XIV convenes his first Consistory of Cardinals, which will take place on January 7-8 and will be marked by prayer, support, and counsel for the Pope.

As the Jubilee of Hope concludes with the Christmas Season, an image of Our Lady of Hope from southern Italy will accompany the faithful attending liturgies celebrated by Pope Leo XIV.

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Our Lady of Hope to accompany Christmas liturgies in St. Peter’s Basilica

As the Jubilee of Hope concludes with the Christmas Season, an image of Our Lady of Hope from southern Italy will accompany the faithful attending liturgies celebrated by Pope Leo XIV.

As the Jubilee Year draws to a close, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that its deepest gift endures. Hope, he says, continues to shape the Church’s journey, calling all to remain pilgrims who generate life and renewal.

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Pope: Even as Jubilee ends we remain pilgrims of hope

As the Jubilee Year draws to a close, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that its deepest gift endures. Hope, he says, continues to shape the Church’s journey, calling all to remain pilgrims who generate life and renewal.

As the Church marks the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on the theme “Justice without judgement: the righteousness of Joseph”

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Lord’s Day Reflection: The righteousness of Joseph

As the Church marks the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Abbot Marion Nguyen reflects on the theme "Justice without judgement: the righteousness of Joseph"

“The universality of salvation: A hope without conditions” is the theme of the third Advent meditation, delivered Friday morning in the Paul VI Hall in the presence of the Pope. In his sermon, Fr Roberto Pasolini, the Preacher of the Papal Household focuses on the attitude of the Magi, who boldly dared to open themselves to the unknown.

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Pasolini: May the Church foster encounter as she sets out to know God

“The universality of salvation: A hope without conditions” is the theme of the third Advent meditation, delivered Friday morning in the Paul VI Hall in the presence of the Pope. In his sermon, Fr Roberto Pasolini, the Preacher of the … Continue reading

Pope Leo XIV publishes a Rescript and approves the new statute of the Labour Office of the Apostolic See (ULSA), which is tasked with promoting and strengthening the working community of the Holy See, introducing several significant innovations.

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Pope approves new statute of Labour Office of the Apostolic See (ULSA)

Pope Leo XIV publishes a Rescript and approves the new statute of the Labour Office of the Apostolic See (ULSA), which is tasked with promoting and strengthening the working community of the Holy See, introducing several significant innovations.

In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L’Œuvre d’Orient: Christians in Damascus prepare for Christmas with prayer and remembrance at the Church of Mar Elias, Iraqi faithful celebrate the much-loved feast of the martyrs Mar Behnam and Sara, and the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church launches Svitlyk, a new… Read more

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News from the Orient - Dec 19, 2025

In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L’Œuvre d’Orient: Christians in Damascus prepare for Christmas with prayer and remembrance at the Church of Mar Elias, Iraqi faithful celebrate the much-loved feast of the martyrs Mar … Continue reading

Pope Leo XIV greets several young members of the Italian Catholic Action, and invites them to make peace with somebody close to them before Christmas, emphasizing that peace is built starting from our daily relationships.

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Pope to young people: Make peace with someone this Christmas

Pope Leo XIV greets several young members of the Italian Catholic Action, and invites them to make peace with somebody close to them before Christmas, emphasizing that peace is built starting from our daily relationships.