In the spotlight: Notre Dame exhibit, Presidential Medal of Freedom, Illinois mass shooting
Photos of the Week: July 11, 2022
In interview, pope condemns abortion, says he’s not resigning
In a wide-ranging interview with the Reuters news agency, Pope Francis condemned abortion, dismissed the idea that he’s preparing to resign and said he still hopes to be able to visit Russia and Ukraine in the fall.
Photos of the Week: July 4, 2022
In the spotlight: Pallium blessing, Congolese community Mass, Afghan earthquake
Don’t give up hope for peace, keep providing aid, pope tells charities
“Let us not stop praying, fasting, helping and working so that the paths of peace find space in the jungle of conflicts,” the pope said June 23.
Photos of the Week: June 20, 2022
In the spotlight: Papal meeting with Buddhists, Corpus Christi, St. Bernadette relics
Photos of the Week: June 13, 2022
In the spotlight: gun safety rally, horse-riding procession, handicapped-accessibility in the Holy Land
Photos of the Week: June 6, 2022
In the spotlight: Queen’s jubilee, Tulsa shooting, rosary for peace in Ukraine
Vatican coins illustrate war against Ukraine, importance of vaccines
The Vatican stamp and coin office has released several commemorative coins, including one promoting the importance of vaccinations and a silver medal for peace in Ukraine; proceeds from sales of the medal will be used to help victims of the war.