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Pope to young people: in the social media age, do not live your faith in isolation
Posted on 10/31/2025 05:30 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV speaks extemporaneously, in English, with members of the International Youth Advisory Body. In prepared remarks consigned to the young people. the Holy Father encouraged them to focus on synodality, mission, and participation, in order to counter isolation and help the Church reach out to those in need.
Pope: Universities called to become ‘journeys of the mind to God'
Posted on 10/31/2025 04:03 AM ()
In a meeting with members of the Organization of Catholic Universities of Latin America and the Caribbean, Pope Leo says “the proposal of Catholic higher education is none other than to seek the integral development of the human person.”
News from the Orient - October 30, 2025
Posted on 10/30/2025 11:49 AM ()
In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L'Œuvre d'Orient: Mar Awa III visits China, a baby is baptised in Gaza, and Armenian nuns open a new home for young girls.
USCCB president calls for prayers and aid for those affected by Hurricane Melissa
Posted on 10/30/2025 10:02 AM ()
Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio issues a statement calls for prayers and actions to support those impacted by the Category 5 hurricane. He urges all people of good will to "stand in solidarity by supporting the efforts of organizations already on the ground such as Caritas Haiti, Caritas Cuba, and Caritas Antilles, as well as Catholic Relief Services".
Brazil: Death toll in Rio de Janeiro raid rises to at least 130
Posted on 10/30/2025 08:50 AM ()
The Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, Cardinal Orani Tempesta, calls for peace, solidarity, and the protection of human life, after the city is shaken by a large-scale police operation against drug gangs.
Pope receives Fijian President in audience
Posted on 10/30/2025 07:43 AM ()
Ratu Naiqama Tawakecolati Lalabalavu, President of Fiji, meets with Pope Leo and Vatican diplomats for talks on the socio-political situation of his country, with particular focus on environmental protection and the fight against transnational crimes.
Pope to students: Do not let technology use you
Posted on 10/30/2025 06:27 AM ()
Pope Leo challenges students participating in the Jubilee of the World of Education to work for a better society through education, which is “one of the most beautiful and powerful tools for changing the world.”
Pope Leo XIV meets with the President of Gabon
Posted on 10/30/2025 06:19 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV meets with the President of Gabon, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, in the Vatican on Thursday.
Israeli airstrikes kill at least 100 Palestinians in Gaza
Posted on 10/29/2025 09:21 AM ()
At least 100 Palestinians were killed in Israeli attacks across the Gaza Strip from late Tuesday to Wednesday.
SACRU Network participates in the Jubilee of the World of Education
Posted on 10/29/2025 09:19 AM ()
From 27 to 31 October, SACRU will participate in the Jubilee of the World of Education through the Autumn School study days, titled “The Freedom of Scientific Research”. During this period, the Alliance will be presented to diplomatic representatives to the Holy See and the delegation will attend the general audience of Pope Leo XIV.