Kasmir Nema, RVA News

The Society of the Divine Word (SVD) is set to mark its 150th anniversary with an International Conference on Mission, gathering theologians, missionaries, scholars, and activists from across the world.

Pope Francis remains in stable condition as he continues treatment, alternating between non-invasive mechanical ventilation and supplemental high-flow oxygenation on February 28.

In the heart of St. Peter’s Square, where the golden glow of streetlights casts soft halos on the cobblestone, a quiet murmur rises with the evening air.

Pope Francis' health took a sudden downturn on Friday, February 28, 2025 – after experiencing an isolated bronchospasm, prompting immediate medical intervention at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.

For the fourth consecutive day, February 27, thousands of faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square and at Rome's Gemelli Hospital to recite the Rosary for Pope Francis' recovery.

"Many people are intelligent, but few are truly wise," remarked Father Yulius Yasinto, SVD, during a Mass for the healing of Pope Francis at the Embassy of Indonesia to the Holy See, Rome on February 26.

The Catholic community of Ruteng Diocese and the Divine Word Missionaries (SVD) Province of Ruteng are mourning the passing of Father Stef Wrosz, SVD.

The Indonesian Embassy to the Holy See held a special Mass on the evening of Wednesday, February 26, at its multipurpose hall on Via Marocco 10, EUR, Rome, bringing together the faithful in prayer for Pope Francis' recovery.

As Pope Francis remains hospitalized at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, Catholics and people of faith around the world continue to pray for his recovery, even as Vatican updates indicate signs of slight improvement in his condition.

On the evening of February 25, over a thousand faithful gathered once more in St. Peter’s Square, uniting in prayer through the Rosary for Pope Francis’ healing.