In the vast, sun-scorched plains of northwestern Kenya, where distances are long and life is fragile, the Church continues her mission of presence and hope.

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Lodwar: In Kenya’s desert diocese, the joy of the Gospel endures amid hardship

In the vast, sun-scorched plains of northwestern Kenya, where distances are long and life is fragile, the Church continues her mission of presence and hope.

Four years after Russia’s invasion, Ukrainians live amidst destruction, fear, and resilience. Mediation efforts have yet to deliver results, while Europe’s weakness is on full display. This fourth anniversary is a call for the international community to get back to building peace.

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Four years of destruction in Ukraine

Four years after Russia’s invasion, Ukrainians live amidst destruction, fear, and resilience. Mediation efforts have yet to deliver results, while Europe’s weakness is on full display. This fourth anniversary is a call for the international community to get back to … Continue reading

On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Vatican News speaks to the Archbishop of Philadelphia of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church about the perseverance, faith, and courage of the Ukrainian people, even in the midst “of great suffering.”

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Ukraine four years on: ‘It is a living paschal story’

On the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Vatican News speaks to the Archbishop of Philadelphia of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church about the perseverance, faith, and courage of the Ukrainian people, even in the midst “of great … Continue reading

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his fourth reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “Becoming Free.” The following is a summary of his reflection.

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Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden reflects on 'becoming free'

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his fourth reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “Becoming Free.” The following is a summary of his reflection.

Following the rescue of 13 young women in Flores, the Church in Indonesia is doubling down in its efforts to combat human trafficking.

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Indonesian Church strengthens fight against human trafficking

Following the rescue of 13 young women in Flores, the Church in Indonesia is doubling down in its efforts to combat human trafficking.

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his third reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “God’s Help.” The following is a summary of his reflection.

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Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden reflects on 'God's help'

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his third reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “God's Help.” The following is a summary of his reflection.

The Head and Father of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, reflects on the years that have passed since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, saying that despite the worsening tragedy, the people of Ukraine continue to resist, and remain grateful for international solidarity.

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‘A disgrace for humanity’: UGGC head on fourth anniversary of Ukraine war

The Head and Father of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk, reflects on the years that have passed since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, saying that despite the worsening tragedy, the people of Ukraine continue … Continue reading

Thousands of people pass by the major relics of St Francis of Assisi, which are exposed for the veneration of the faithful for the first time in almost 800 years.

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Assisi: Thousands of pilgrims venerate relics of St Francis

Thousands of people pass by the major relics of St Francis of Assisi, which are exposed for the veneration of the faithful for the first time in almost 800 years.

Following the killing of a Mexican drug lord in a military operation and subsequent organized crime violence erupting in various parts of the country, Mexico’s Bishops are calling for restraint, prayers, and prudence, warning against unnecessary travel at this time.

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Mexican Bishops call for peace amid violence in their country

Following the killing of a Mexican drug lord in a military operation and subsequent organized crime violence erupting in various parts of the country, Mexico's Bishops are calling for restraint, prayers, and prudence, warning against unnecessary travel at this time.

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his second reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “Bernard, the Idealist.” Here is a summary of his reflection.

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Bishop Varden at Lenten Retreat: St. Bernard, the Idealist

Bishop Erik Varden delivers his second reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme: “Bernard, the Idealist.” Here is a summary of his reflection.