Italian Episcopal Conference

The Italian Episcopal Conference published the homily by Bishop Baturi for First Vespers of the Transitus of St Francis, the observance marking the saint's death. The text draws attention around the October 3 feast, when churches across Italy and beyond commemorate Francis of Assisi, with faithful and clergy sharing reflections on his legacy of poverty, peace and care for creation.

The Italian Episcopal Conference has announced that Cardinal Gambetti has been appointed Archbishop of Chieti-Vasto. The news is drawing attention in Italy, where the cardinal is a prominent figure in the Catholic Church, and coverage is circulating through official Church channels and Italian media.