Cardinal Matteo Zuppi of Bologna travels to Russia in efforts to restore peace and recover more than 19,000 deported Ukrainian children.
Ukraine invasion
Archbishop Decries Russia’s War on Ukraine
Retired Archbishop Isichenko of Ukraine speaks out on Russian invasion during a visit to the Ukrainian Catholic Archeparchy of Philadelphia.
Pope to Russia: Honor Black Sea Initiative
During his Angelus message, Pope Francis calls on Russia to allow millions of tons of grain and other crops harvested in Ukraine to be exported across the Black Sea.
Churches Must Serve Peace, Russian Orthodox Leader Says
Russian Orthodox Patriarch Kirill of Moscow meets with Cardinal Matteo Zuppi as part of Pope Francis’ peace mission to Russia.
Dreaming of Peace in Ukraine
Catholics in war-torn Ukraine feed, house, clothe and minister to those fleeing violence while also praying for a lasting peace with justice.
Pope Francis Names a Peace Envoy to Ukraine
Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, who says “war is a pandemic,” was appointed by the pope to lead a special initiative for peace in Ukraine.
Quit Stockpiling Nuclear Arms, Pope Tells G7
Urging them to abandon nuclear weapons, Pope Francis sends a message to the G7 world leaders gathered in Hiroshima, Japan, May 19-21, 2023.
True Faith Is Open to Others, Pope Repeats in Hungary
During his visit, Pope Francis calls upon Hungary to open its doors not only to Ukrainians but to all migrants and to others in need.
Church Leaders Reflect on Ukraine War Anniversary
As Friday marks the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Catholic leaders discuss the Church’s response to the crisis.
Listen to the Cries of the Newborn Prince of Peace, Pope Says
In his Christmas message, Pope Francis says Jesus leads the way “to a world that is open and free to live in fraternity and peace.”
Papal Message: War, Hunger, Turmoil Are Connected
The papal message for the World Peace Day is released in anticipation of the upcoming January 1, 2023, observance.
Fourth Week of Advent
A member of the Maryknoll Office for Global Concerns reflects on the third Sunday of Advent readings and trusting in God’s peace.
Immaculate Conception Gives Reason to Hope, Pope Says
On the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, Pope Francis says this belief shows nothing is impossible, not even peace.
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