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Sistine Chapel chimney installed ahead of conclave

The Vatican begins preparing the Sistine Chapel for the conclave, which will begin on May 7.

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Pope Francis on the role of the Apostle Peter

In a previously unreleased interview by the ESNE television network, Pope Francis reflects on biblical passages recounting the dialogue between Jesus and His disciples, repeating his desire that the Church might be “a humble servant in the midst of the world.”

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Cardinals discuss evangelisation and mission at eighth General Congregation

Evangelisation, fraternity, synodality, and unity were some of the topics under discussion at the 8th General Congregation in the Vatican this morning.

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Church prays for peace after terrorist attack in Jamnu-Kashmir

The Church in Indian-administered Kashmir strongly condemns the deadly terrorist attack that killed 26 Indian civilians near a tourist resort on 22 April, and prays for peace and reconciliation amid dangerously rising border tensions between India and Pakistan.

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Pope Francis’ visit to the Central African Republic was a turning point

Bishop Aurelio Gazzera, the Coadjutor Bishop of Bangassou in the Central African Republic, has paid tribute to Pope Francis’ historic visit to CAR in 2015.

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Fire near Jerusalem impacts Catholic communities

Wildfires in Israel, particularly the catastrophic blaze encricling Jerusalem this week, have not spared monasteries and Catholic communities.

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‘Papabile’ of the Day: Cardinal Anders Arborelius

The Church in Sweden today is the entire global Church in miniature, a cosmopolitan mix of Swedish converts and Poles and French, swelled by recent immigrants from Africa, Asia and the Middle East.

Cardinals debating 20th century problems in a 21st century world

Cardinals need to look at the rise of "post humanism" when they elect a new pope.

From the Streets to Hope: Amani Children's Family Primary School

In the busy city of Nairobi, in the slum of Kawangware, Kenya, stands a remarkable place of refuge and transformation—the Amani Children's Family Primary School. Run by the Missionary Sisters of the Precious Blood, this school offers more than just education.

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Cameroon bishop says insecurity getting worse in Far North region

Cameroon is continuing to be attacked by the Islamist organization Boko Haram, and the situation is getting worse, according to a bishop.