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Gaza’s Catholic pastor: Border closures make crisis ‘tragic’
Father Gabriel Romanelli says civilians are exhausted as aid access tightens and basic services collapse. […]
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St. Peter’s marks 400 years with newly opened areas and digital access
The Vatican will open new parts of St. Peter’s — including the full terrace — and roll out a “SmartPass” digital entry system as it marks the basilica’s 400th anniversary. […]
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‘Aventine procession’: A centuries-old tradition Pope Leo XIV will lead for the first time
The brief Ash Wednesday walk between two hilltop basilicas marks the start of Lent in Rome. […]
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Jubilee 2033: Rift between Moscow and Constantinople patriarchates threatens ecumenical progress
The 2033 Jubilee will commemorate the bimillennium of the Redemption but the main ecumenical obstacle is the rift between the Russian Orthodox Patriarchate and the Patriarchate of Constantinople. […]
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Pope Leo XIV, with Eastern Orthodox, urges Christians to strengthen unity
The pontiff said Christians grow closer when they deepen their shared faith in Christ, “the ultimate source of our peace.” […]
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Vatican to meet with SSPX after announcement of unauthorized episcopal consecrations
Planned consecrations could trigger automatic excommunication and deepen rupture with Rome. […]
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Church fresco angel that resembled Italian prime minister painted over to end controversy
The restored fresco in an ancient church in Rome sparked controversy after one of the angels depicted in the restoration bore a striking resemblance to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. […]
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Pope Leo’s liturgical celebrations for February, March, and Holy Week
The Vatican has published the schedule of liturgies that Pope Leo XIV will celebrate in February, March, and the beginning of April, which includes the start of Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. […]