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More than 200 of the world's most authoritative figures and representatives of leading international research institutions in the fields of peace and artificial intelligence, will gather on Tuesday in Borgo Laudato si' in Castel Gandolfo, and later at the Capitoline Hill, to discuss peace and artificial intelligence. Inspired by Pope Leo XIV's new Encyclical Magnifica humanitas, dedicated to safeg... Read More

Adventure, inspiration and unforgettable experiences awaited pupils from a Newcastle school during their visit to Holy Island. The Year 4 class from St Teresa's Catholic Primary spent three days on the island, where they stayed in the St Vincent de Paul Camp, and took part in a host of different activities, as well as learning about the island's spiritual history. Headteacher Vinny Turner was amon... Read More

Archbishop Richard Moth, Archbishop of Westminster and Chair of the Bishops' Conference, prayed for the repose of the soul of Ann Widdecombe at Mass in Westminster Cathedral on Saturday, 11 July. The former Conservative and independent minister was received into the Catholic Church by Cardinal Basil Hume at Westminster Cathedral in 1993. She frequently worshipped and served as a lector there. "T... Read More

This morning, Monday 13th July, the Church of England's General Synod voted in favour of a historic motion calling on the Church to "… Respond to the call of Palestinian Christians to stand in solidarity with them and their fellow Palestinians in non-violent resistance to the ongoing occupation." (GS 2451A DSM - Kairos Palestine) In a lively debate which spanned Sunday evening and Monday mornin... Read More

As Venezuela mourns its dead following two devastating earthquakes priests have told a Catholic charity that the Church is often the only source of hope. Father Daniel Acosta, who lost both his home and friends that night, told Aid to the Church in Need (ACN): "So many people, so many friendships gone. It hurts badly when you realise that somebody you knew your whole life has gone, after years of ... Read More

Three students from St Bonaventure's School in East Ham have been recognised in front of an audience of more than 300 pupils at the 2026 Brentwood Catholic Schools Good Citizenship Awards, held at the Cathedral Church of St Mary & St Helen in Essex. The awards were presented by The Rt Rev Bishop Alan Williams SM, Bishop of Brentwood, in recognition of students who demonstrate outstanding citiz... Read More

A reflection on leadership, truth and the young people we are failing. Turn on the news. Open any newspaper. The evidence is everywhere. Our national political leadership is in trouble. Seven Prime Ministers in eleven years. A revolving door that has become a source of quiet embarrassment at home and open disbelief abroad. Our neighbours in Europe and our partners across the globe watch a country... Read More

Gospel of 13 July 2026 Matthew 10:34-11:1 At that time: Jesus instructed his Apostles: 'Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. And a person's enemies will be those of his own household. Whoever loves fa... Read More

On the first Sunday of his summer stay in Castel Gandolfo, after praying the Angelus in front of the Apostolic Palace facing the Piazza della Libertà, Pope Leo XIV turned his thoughts to the many regions of the world affected by armed conflict, where civilians continue to experience the greatest suffering. The Pope referred specifically to the Middle East, where tensions have flared again followi... Read More

I have often wondered, What was it like to witness the life and teaching of Jesus from the edge of the crowd? How did people piece together the clues, before the gospel narrative we know well was established? In a personal response to these questions I have written 25 fictional short stories. Each story is written in the first person. So, among others, we hear the voices of a midwife, a physician,... Read More

Zababdeh is a small town in the Occupied West Bank. At the 2007 census, there were 3,665 residents, of which roughly two-thirds are Christians, divided into Roman Catholic, Greek Orthodox, Greek Catholic and Anglican communities. The city also has a Muslim minority. Both communities live without conflicts. But recently they have been terrorised by illegal Israeli settlers who have surrounded the t... Read More

HCPT is a registered charity that provides pilgrimage holidays to Lourdes in the South of France for children and adults with varying needs from across the UK and beyond. Every Easter, around 1,000 children with varying needs enjoy a safe and fun-filled week in Lourdes, supported by dedicated volunteer helpers and staying in hotels. Each summer, more than 1,500 people, many living with disabilitie... Read More

On 18 July we will celebrate Nelson Mandela International Day - celebrated globally on the day that he was born. Let's recognise "Mandela's values and his dedication to the service of humanity in: conflict resolution; race relations; promotion and protection of human rights; reconciliation; gender equality and the rights of children and other vulnerable groups" (UN). At a time when the world seem... Read More

The solemn monastic profession of Sister Beatrice Brady, took place at St Mary's Abbey, Glencairn, County Waterford on Saturday, 11 July 2026. The profession was presided by Dom Michael Ryan, Abbot of Bolton Abbey, Co Kildare and Dom Augustine McGregor, former Abbot of Mount Melleray Abbey, received by Mother Fiachra Nutty, Abbess of Glencairn Abbey. Sr Beatrice is from Belturbet, County Cavan, fo... Read More