On April 2, 2005, Pope John Paul II (Karol Józef Wojtyła) passed away after 27 years of papacy, marking the end of one of the most influential pontificates in modern history.

The Vatican has commemorated the fifth anniversary of Pope Francis’ extraordinary moment of prayer for an end to the Covid-19 pandemic, held on 27 March 2020 in an empty, rain-soaked St Peter’s Square.

From March 28 to 30, the Vatican will host the Jubilee of the Missionaries of Charity, an important event for the Catholic Church dedicated to clergy who carry out a special mission of reconciliation and spiritual guidance.

Pope sends funds for treatment of war victims