Nigeria: Priest kidnapped and murdered

Pope’s health as of Thursday, March 6: Pope did not present respiratory insufficiency and is doing well with respiratory and motor physiotherapy

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Given the stability of his condition, the Vatican announced that the next official health update will be provided on Saturday. This decision suggests that, while his recovery is progressing without complications, medical experts are closely monitoring his situation.

Nigeria: Priest kidnapped and murdered

ZENIT Staff

The murder of Father Sylvester comes at a time when another two Nigerian priests – Fathers Matthew David Dutsemi and Abraham Saummam – are still missing, having been abducted on 22nd February in the Diocese of Yola.

Ukrainian Nun Honored for Her Work Supporting Parents Facing Fatal Pregnancy Diagnoses

Valentina di Giorgio

Sister Giustina emphasized that no life is too brief to leave an imprint on the world. The hospice’s approach focuses on helping parents cherish every possible moment with their child, no matter how short.

Pope Francis Donates One Million Euros to Support Housing for the Vulnerable

ZENIT Staff

The Pope’s donation, part of the Don Roberto Sardelli Fund for Housing Emergencies, was initially announced on January 30 during a gathering in memory of Don Sardelli at the parish of San Policarpo. However, the specific amount of the Holy Father’s contribution was only recently disclosed in a letter from Cardinal Vicar Baldassare Reina

Bishops Barron and O’Connell Respond to Failure of U.S. Senate to Advance Protections for Female Athletes

ZENIT Staff

The Act, which already passed the House in January, would prevent federally funded sports programs under Title IX from permitting male students to participate in athletic programs designated for women and girls.

Is There a Pre-Conclave Atmosphere in the Vatican? Cardinals From Around the World Break the Silence Given the Pope’s Health

Rafael Llanes

Individuals closest to Pope Francis give a close look at the situation, offering different focuses given the speculations about a possible Conclave to elect a new Pontiff and about the Holy Father’s renunciation for reasons of health.

Bishop Who Visited the Pope in Hospital Talks About the Pope and the Church’s Prayer of Intercession for Him

ZENIT Staff

“The prayer for the Pope is a beautiful fresco of the Church’s unity,” said Monsignor Edgar Peña Parra. While the Holy Father endures his illness, “we are all together as brothers to pray for our Shepherd,” witnessing affection, closeness and solidarity.

Beijing calls Moscow to account for its new relationship with Trump

ZENIT Staff

Russian observers say change of guard in Washington has meant China is no longer able to benefit from the conflict in Ukraine, but has been reduced to the role of onlooker.

Pope’s health as of Wednesday, March 5: Pope received ashes and had no new episodes of respiratory failure

Jorge Enrique Mújica

Pope Francis Remains Stable as Lent Begins, Receives Ashes in Private Ceremony