Commentary: 15 hidden gems in the Vatican’s Synod on Synodality report We can miss important opportunities for Catholic Church reform if we focus only on the hot-button issues.

15 hidden gems in the Synod report that could lead to major church reforms. Thomas J. Reese November 08, 2023. ... 2023, in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican. (CNS photo/Vatican Media) ...

One of the gems of the Vatican's priceless religious art collection — the Crux Vaticana — has been restored to its Byzantine-era glory.

Earlier this week, the Vatican announced the death of Pope Francis, head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City State. Pope Francis, 88, died on Monday, April 21, from heart ...