Asteroids named for Pope Leo XIII a…

The Vatican Observatory is pleased to report that four asteroids have been named for important figures in the history of the Observatory, including Pope Leo...

30 April, 2026

During the visit to the Pontifical …

Pope Leo XIV signed the oversized replica of the commemorative stamp

During his visit to the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy marking the 325th anniversary of its foundation...

28 April, 2026

On the 40th anniversary of the East…

A “tulip tree” is planted in the Vatican Gardens

To celebrate 40 years of floral decorations donated to the Pope for the Easter celebrations, a Liriodendron...

27 April, 2026

Vatican Postal and Philately Servic…

Stamp, folder, commemorative envelope and special die emissionis postmark for the 325th  anniversary of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy

The Postal and Philately Service of the Directorate...

24 April, 2026

Vatican Telescope becoming availaib…

The Vatican Observatory is making its main telescope available to students at Jesuit universities

Recently, the Observatory successfully completed the robotization and automation of its Vatican...

22 April, 2026

Vatican Coins and Stamps: Agreement…

The agreement was signed this morning by the President of the Governorate, Sister Raffaella Petrini, and the CEO of the Italian Mint (IPZS) Michele Sciscioli.

Vatican...

21 April, 2026

New Issue by the Postal and Philate…

On the Dies Natalis of Pope Francis

The Postal and Philatelic Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the Vatican...

21 April, 2026

First anniversary of the death of P…

“Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you; carefully consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith” (Hebrews...

21 April, 2026

Rector’s Awards Presented at the Po…

During the 31st Annual Rector’s Dinner of the Pontifical North American College in Rome, held on Thursday evening, April 16, Monsignor Thomas W. Powers, presented...

18 April, 2026

Transforming waste into a resource:…

New electric vehicle for waste collection

In keeping with its goal of reaching zero emissions, another step has been added to the “Ecological Conversion 2030” program...

16 April, 2026

Agreement between the Governorate o…

An agreement was signed on Friday, April 10, between the Governorate of Vatican City and Elli Mobility, a company of the Volkswagen Group. The agreement...

14 April, 2026

The President of the Governorate in…

The President of the Governorate, Sr. Raffaella Petrini, participated in the annual Board meeting of the Florida Chapter of the Patrons of the Arts in...

13 April, 2026

New Issue from the Postal and Phila…

On the 1025th Anniversary of the Apparition in Foggia Italy of Mary Mother of God Crowned

The Postal and Philatelic Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications...

13 April, 2026

New Issue by the Vatican Postal and…

Apostolic Journey of Pope Leo XIV in Africa

The Postal and Philately Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the...

10 April, 2026

Interview with Engineer Salvatore F…

During 2026, renovation, modernization, and upgrading works will be completed at the barracks of the Corps of Gendarmerie of the Vatican City State and those...

8 April, 2026

Easter 2026

From Darkness to Light

During Easter Vigil, the night in which we celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus from the dead, the Church speaks to us in...

4 April, 2026

On the Lord’s Passion - Good Friday…

The meaning of Christ’s Passion

1. The passion of him by whose blood our delinquencies have been blotted out is solemnly read, solemnly celebrated every year...

3 April, 2026

The Lord’s supper (Maundy Thursday)…

1. “Jesus… rose from supper and took off his outer garments. He took a towel and tied it around his waist. Then he poured water...

2 April, 2026

At the Vatican Museums, the Inaugur…

“The Barberini Tapestry Workshop – The Resurrection and the Dedication of St. Peter’s Basilica” is the theme of the exhibition inaugurated on Monday afternoon, March...

31 March, 2026

Summer Camp for Kids in the Vatican…

“Around the World in 80 Days” is the theme of the seventh edition of the Vatican Summer Camp for Kids, which will take place from...

31 March, 2026

Institutional Visit of the CEO of P…

On Wednesday, March 25, a delegation led by the CEO of Poste Albania, Etien Xhafaj, visited the headquarters of Vatican Post, where they were welcomed...

31 March, 2026

Coins commemorates Saint Francis: …

Agreement signed today for a coordinated issue: three coins united in a single project for the 800th anniversary of the Saint’s death

Vatican City, March 30...

30 March, 2026

The Vatican participates in Earth H…

Lights off in St. Peter’s Square

Turning off the lights of monuments for one hour to save energy and reduce CO₂ emissions. This is the Earth...

30 March, 2026

The Shrine of Arenzano (Genoa) Dona…

Light of hope and symbol of God’s love for humanity

A wooden statue of the Infant Jesus is now present in the Church of Mary, Mother...

28 March, 2026

New issues from the Postal and Phil…

Pope Leo XIV visits the Principality of Monaco

The Postal and Philately Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the...

27 March, 2026

Press Release of the Governorate of…

Thousands of multicolored flowers and plants from Italy and the Netherlands will adorn St. Peter’s Square and the Basilica for the celebrations of Holy Week...

27 March, 2026

Cardinal Vérgez Alzaga celebrates M…

Fostering trust in Christ Jesus

Cardinal Fernando Vérgez Alzaga, President Emeritus of the Governorate of the Vatican City State, celebrated Mass on the Fifth Sunday of...

26 March, 2026

Praying the Way of the Cross in the…

Listening to the Voice of the Lord

Together through the Vatican Gardens to relive the sorrowful Passion of Christ. As is tradition, this year as well...

24 March, 2026

Special Postal Cancellation of the …

The Apostle of Popular Missions

The Postal and Philatelic Service of the Directorate of Telecommunications and Information Systems of the Governorate of the Vatican City State...

24 March, 2026

In Tucson, Arizona, the President o…

Sr. Raffaella Petrini, President of the Governorate of the Vatican City State, took part in the Board meeting of the Vatican Observatory Foundation (VOF), held...

22 March, 2026

March 21: Passing of Saint Benedict…

Discovering Peace in Christ

According to Saint Gregory the Great, in Book II of The Dialogues, Saint Benedict died at the abbey of Montecassino after receiving...

21 March, 2026

Memorandum of Understanding between…

Cooperation for the improvement of procurement lifecycles

A Memorandum of Understanding for cooperation on the procurement cycle procedures has been signed between the Governorate of Vatican...

20 March, 2026

March 19: Solemnity of Saint Joseph…

A man seemingly fragile and fallible yet courageous and strong in faith

“Dear brothers and sisters, we consecrate the Vatican City State also to Saint Joseph...

19 March, 2026

Tuesday, March 24: Way of the Cross…

On Tuesday, March 24, at 8:15 a.m., the traditional Way of the Cross will take place in the Vatican Gardens for the employees of the...

17 March, 2026

Inaugurated at the Pontifical Villa…

Two masterpieces in comparison

“These are works by the great Cretan master El Greco, an unconventional, irregular and pioneering artist who, from his native Candia—where he...

15 March, 2026

Mercedes-Benz Vans Italy Partners w…

The Vatican City State, implementing the principles of the Encyclical Laudato Si’ and the Apostolic Exhortation Laudate Deum, continues to develop projects and solutions that...

13 March, 2026

Presentation of New Numismatic Issu…

The Governatorate of the State of Vatican City presents a new series of commemorative numismatic issues that span a time initiating with a tribute to...

12 March, 2026

Stamp Presented to Commemorate 200 …

A journey of friendship founded on dialogue and cooperation

The outline of the Cross, merged with the borders of Brazil. This is the image featured on...

11 March, 2026

A new exhibition begins March 14th …

 “El Greco in the Mirror: Two Paintings Compared”

“El Greco in the Mirror: Two Paintings Compared” is the title of the exhibition that will be inaugurated...

10 March, 2026

Planted in the Vatican Gardens, a G…

Symbol of Resilience and Longevity

The Ginkgo Biloba survives in polluted urban environments, tolerates various soil types, and resists diseases and parasites. In many Asian cultures...

6 March, 2026