In an interview with Italian media, Vatican Secretary of State Italian Cardinal Pietro Parolin defended Pope Francis’ recent controversial remarks suggesting that Ukraine step back and be open to negotiations in its ongoing war with Russia.
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Catholic Religious Sisters Work to Stop Human Trafficking
There’s a saying in Nigeria, recalls Sister Patricia Ebegbulem, that “if you will act, and I will act, [human] trafficking will end.” It’s a saying she recently invoked as a message to the world that every country, and every person, has a role to play to end the practice.
Zelenskyy, Ukrainian Church, Respond to Pope’s Call for Negotiations
Pope Francis’ comment that Ukraine should have the “courage of the white flag” and engage in negotiation to end its war with Russia was dismissed by the Ukrainian government and church leaders.
Catholic Charity Aims to Empower Women on Peripheries and Beyond
For this year’s International Women’s Day, the global Catholic charity organization Caritas Internationalis has published a new booklet exploring the spiritual foundation of women’s leadership and giving voice to female protagonists around the world.
Head of Ukrainian Church Warns Against ‘Burnt Out’ Feeling During War
In remarks at the start of a visit to the United States, His Beatitude Sviatoslav Shevchuk, head of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, thanked church leaders for their support and expressed his belief that continued solidarity can carry Ukraine to victory over Russia.
Nun on the Front Lines Says Ukraine Needs ‘Miracle’ to Resist Russia
Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war, Sister Lucia Murashko has remained in Zaporizhzhia, a Ukrainian city about 40 miles from the front lines. Facing multiple opportunities, and even encouragement to leave, she said she stayed to respond to what God told her to do.
Missionaries Teach Women in Developing Lands Work Skills to Better Their Lives
International Women’s Day, celebrated March 8 and honoring the achievements of women, is a national holiday in many countries.
Vatican Publishes Full Papal Schedule for Holy Week, Easter
Pope Francis’ calendar for Holy Week and Easter is just as full as in previous years despite a mild illness which has caused him to cancel meetings in the days leading up to the release of his liturgical calendar for March.
Pope Has Full Day of Appointments After Going to Hospital for Tests
The day after Pope Francis paid a brief visit to Rome’s Gemelli Isola Hospital for “diagnostic tests,” he had a full morning of audiences, including a meeting with bishops from Italy’s Emilia Romagna region making their “ad limina” visits to the Vatican.
Still Sick, Pope Has Aide Read His Audience Talk on Envy and Pride
Arriving in a wheelchair instead of walking with his cane, Pope Francis began his weekly general audience by telling visitors and pilgrims, “I’m still a bit sick,” so an aide would read his prepared text.