Pope ushers in the New Year with a renewed appeal for the faithful to reject abortion
Pope Francis ushered in the New Year with a renewed appeal for the faithful to reject abortion, calling for a “firm commitment” to protect and respect life from conception to natural death.
Pope Francis visits Nativity scene in St Peter’s Square
Pope Francis visited the Nativity scene on display in St Peter's Square on Tuesday as he is about to embark on his Holy Year.
Joe Donnelly reflects on time as US Ambassador to the Vatican
Donnelly says he didn’t go looking for the ambassador’s job, but he took it because President Biden asked him to.
Photos: World begins 2025 with fireworks and light shows
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — From Sydney to Vladivostok, communities around the world have begun welcoming 2025 with spectacular ...
The world welcomes 2025 with fireworks and light shows
From Sydney to Vladivostok to Mumbai, communities around the world have begun welcoming 2025 with spectacular light shows, embraces and exciting live performances.