Vatican Stresses ‘Great Sense of Urgency’ to Battle Climate Change
An attitude of “denial” of the perils of climate change “must not prevail” if mankind is to successfully combat global warming, the Vatican’s Secretary of State warned Tuesday.
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Cardinal Zen: Pope Francis Has ‘Natural Sympathy for Communists’
The redoubtable Cardinal Joseph Zen said Thursday that the recently inked deal between the Vatican and China over the naming of bishops spells the “annihilation” of the Church in China.
Vatican Announces Accord with China on Naming of Bishops
The Vatican announced the signing of a “provisional agreement” with China on the appointment of bishops Saturday, without specifying the terms of the accord.
Cardinal Zen Calls for Resignation of Vatican Secretary of State over China Deal
Hong Kong Cardinal Joseph Zen has called for the resignation of Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, saying a deal he is brokering with the Chinese Communist party amounts to an “incredible betrayal” of the Catholic faith.
Vatican Secretary of State: Sealed Borders ‘Not the Answer’ to Mass Migration
“Closing ports is certainly not the solution” to Italy’s migrant crisis, said Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin Wednesday.
Vatican Denounces ‘Cyberbullying, Sexting, and Sextorsion’
The Vatican’s Secretary of State minced no words in decrying the evils of cybercrime, saying that “the dark side of our new digital world cannot be underestimated” in a message released Tuesday.
Vatican Says Deterioration of Coral Reefs Turning Oceans into an ‘Underwater Cemetery’
The Vatican has once more waded into the uncharted waters of environmental protection, urging nations to practice “multilateral governance” in order to combat the evils of rising sea levels and the loss of coral reefs.
Vatican Commences Trial for Embezzlement of Funds Meant for Children’s Hospital
A Vatican criminal process against two men charged with redirecting funds earmarked for a children’s hospital to refurbish a cardinal’s apartment began Tuesday with a two-hour pretrial hearing.
Pope Francis: Rejection of Migrants Stoked by ‘Populist Rhetoric’
Pope Francis has urged Christians to a change in attitude regarding immigration, because failing to welcome migrants is rooted in selfishness and fueled by “populist rhetoric.”
Vatican Expresses Concerns Over ‘Spread of Nationalism, Populism’
The Vatican’s Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said Monday that the Holy See is concerned over growing populist and nationalist movements, both in Europe and in the United States.
Vatican Congratulates Donald Trump, Already Showing Himself to Be ‘A Leader’
We would like to offer our congratulations to the new President, wishing him a truly fruitful mandate,” Cardinal Parolin said in an interview released by Vatican Radio. “We also offer our prayers that the Lord will enlighten and sustain him in the service of his country, and at the service of world peace and prosperity.”
Top Cardinal Says Vatican Prime Minister ‘Could Be a Woman’
The Vatican’s Secretary of State said this week that there is no reason why a woman could not occupy his post in the future—the equivalent of Prime Minister—since “the office is not bound to the sacraments and to the priesthood.”
After Paris Attacks, Vatican Secretary of State Defends Use of Military Force Against ISIS
Vatican Secretary of State, Cardinal Pietro Parolin has acknowledged that the Vatican “could be a target” of Islamist attacks “because of its religious significance,” but insisted that “we will not let ourselves be paralyzed with fear.”
