Vatican News

• Ukrainian Greek Catholics to celebrate Christmas on December 25
  The Synod of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has decided to move away from the Julian Calendar which will involve changing the dates of several fixed liturgical feasts. For the time being, however, Greek Catholics will continue to celebrate Easter on a later date according to the old calendar. Read all  
• More than 5,000 killed in deadly Turkey–Syria earthquake
  Rescuers rush to save those trapped under the rubble as the death toll continues to rise. Read all  
• Pontifical Mission Societies launches fund for quake victims in Turkey, Syria
  As Pope Francis continues to express his concern for Turkey and Syria following two massive earthquakes, the Pontifical Mission Societies launches a fund to offer concrete assistance to people suffering their effects. Read all