VATICAN: Pope adds Coptic Orthodox martyrs to Roman Catholic calendar
During a meeting with the head of the Coptic Orthodox Church, Pope Francis announced that he would…
VATICAN: ‘One out of every seven Christians is experiencing persecution’, says Pope
During his annual speech to diplomats, Pope Francis warned of increasing intolerance towards Christians – even in…
UKRAINE: Please pray for Ukraine today
Catholic charity Aid to the Church in Need is calling on people to join with Pope Francis…
INTERNATIONAL: Pope Francis – religious persecution is ‘insane’
Pope Francis has released a video message – supported by Aid to the Church in Need (ACN)…
IRAQ: Hope is stronger than fear
Pope Francis’ historic trip to Iraq has given the country’s suffering Christians – who survived a genocide…
IRAQ: To give youth hope and a future
Just days ahead of Pope Francis’ visit to Iraq, a leading Catholic charity has announced a £1.3million…
IRAQ: ‘Pope’s visit will help us to stay’
IRAQ’S Christians have said that Pope Francis’ planned visit there gives them hope that they do have…
IRAQ: Pope’s visit offers us a lifeline
The Pope’s decision to visit Iraq may prove vital to saving its ancient Christian community from extinction…
IRAQ: Church welcomes 2021 papal visit
Iraq’s Christians have welcomed news that Pope Francis is set to go to Iraq next Spring –…
VATICAN CITY: Pope blesses icon for the people of Syria
Pope Francis yesterday (Sunday, 15th September) blessed an icon bound for the people of Syria as part…
VATICAN CITY: Pope blesses 6,000 rosaries for Syria
The pope blessed 6,000 rosaries for Syrian families who have suffered during the civil war – which…
VATICAN CITY: Pope video calls for prayer for persecuted Christians
Pope Francis has made an impassioned plea on screen, calling on people to pray for persecuted Christians.