Pope Francis to release ‘first memoir published by a sitting pontiff’ in January — By: Catholic News Agency

In January 2025, Pope Francis will become the first sitting pontiff to publish an autobiographical memoir, which will be titled “Hope.” / Credit: Penguin Random House Washington, D.C. Newsroom, Oct 16, 2024 / 17:40 pm (CNA). In January 2025, Pope Francis will become the first sitting pontiff to publish an autobiographical memoir, which will be…

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Vatican Museums unveils ‘iconic statue’ Apollo Belvedere after years of restoration work — By: Catholic News Agency

The Apollo Belvedere is displayed at the Pio-Clementine Museum on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024. / Credit: Julia Cassell/EWTN News Vatican City, Oct 16, 2024 / 14:15 pm (CNA). The Vatican Museums this week unveiled one of its most celebrated acquisitions, the “Apollo Belvedere,” after years of intensive restoration work by Patrons of the Arts in…

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Dutch cardinal advocates Christ-centered reform over controversial issues — By: Catholic News Agency

Cardinal Willem Eijk. / Credit: Bohumil Petrik/CNA Vatican City, Oct 16, 2024 / 12:20 pm (CNA). A Dutch cardinal has cautioned against misguided reform efforts within the Catholic Church, warning that regional solutions to contentious issues could undermine the Church’s credibility. Cardinal Willem Jacobus Eijk, archbishop of Utrecht, emphasized the importance of maintaining unity with…

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