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Pictures of the Memorial Mass in Loving Memory of His Eminence Cardinal Renato Martino
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Booklet of Memorial Mass In Loving Memory Of His Eminence Cardinal Renato Raffaele Martino
On Saturday, November 23, 2024, H.E. Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, together with Deputy Permanent Observer Monsignor Robert Murphy and Father Mark Knestout, celebrated a heartfelt Mass at the Church of the Holy Family in loving remembrance of His Eminence Cardinal Renato Martino, who passed away on October 28, 2024. The Mass offered a time for reflection and prayer, bringing together family, friends, and members of the community to honor his remarkable life, his profound contributions, and the lasting impact of his spiritual leadership.
Holy Mass Celebrated by His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin
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CSW68 Side Event: "Celebrating Ability: Investing in and accompanying children and adults with Down syndrome and their families" with C-Fam
On 21 March 2024, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations held a side event tog…
CSW68 Side Event: "Too high a cost: End surrogacy now: Preventing the exploitation and commodification of women and children" with ADF International
On March 20, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations, in collaboration…
CSW68 Side Event: "Fragile contexts, strong women: the role of religious leaders and faith-based organizations in promoting women's leadership" co-organized with Caritas Internationalis
On March 19, 2024, the Holy See’s Mission to the United Nations and Caritas Internationalis…
CSW68 Side Event:"Innovative Partnerships to end trafficking in women and girls" with the Santa Marta Group 
On March 14, 2024, the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations, in partnership with …
2024 Path to Peace Gala
The Path to Peace Gala Dinner, in support of the work of the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy …

Past events in 2023

Past events in 2022

Archbishop Caccia on The Octave of Christian Unity
Vespers (Evensong) Homily During the Octave of Prayer for Christian Unity Church of Saint Thomas, Fi…

Past events in 2021

Past events in 2020

Holy See Mission Hosts UN Prayer Service During Pandemic
NEW YORK — Since 1987, on the vigil of the beginning of a new session of the General Assembly,…
2020 U.N. Prayer Service
On Monday, September 14, at 6 pm at the Church of the Holy Family (315 E. 47th Street), the Permanen…
Register for the Path to Peace Gala 2020
The Path to Peace Gala Dinner, in support of the work of the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy …
Upcoming CSW64 Side Events Cancelled
Upcoming CSW64 Side Events Cancelled We want to inform you that yesterday, Member States at the U…
Remembering the Holocaust: The Documented Efforts of the Holy See and the Catholic Church to Save Lives
Remembering the Holocaust: The Documented Efforts of the Holy See and the Catholic Church to Save Li…
Archbishop Caccia Celebrates Welcome Mass
Archbishop Caccia Celebrates Welcome Mass On January 28, hours after presenting his letter of ap…

Past events in 2019

Good Parenting Builds Society: The Importance of Motherhood And Fatherhood
On June 10, together with the Permanent Missions of Djibouti and Belarus and the Universal Peace F…
Responding to the Urgent Cries of the Amazon
On April 26, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN hosted an event entitled &ld…
Listening to Survivors of Religious Persecution: The Call to Religious Freedom
“Our whole village was like one large funeral parlor,” recalled Fr. Neville Fernando, …
Defending and Promoting International Religious Freedom
Defending and promoting religious freedom is one of the most pressing issues for the international…
Social Protections for Women, Girls and All Those with Down Syndrome
On March 21, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN held an event entitled &ldq…
Protecting Femininity and Human Dignity in Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality Policies
On March 19, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the UN held an entitled “Protectin…
Annual Prayer Service September 16 2019
President of the 74th Session of the General Assembly, His Excellency Tijjani Muhammad-Bande greet…
Talitha Kum: Nuns Healing Hearts
On July 29, following the discussion panel entitled Faces in the Fight Against Human Traffickin…
Faces in the Fight Against Human Trafficking
On July 29, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN hosted an event entitled &…
Countering Terrorism and Other Acts of Violence : Fostering Tolerance and Inclusivity
In remarks given at the “Countering Terrorism and Other Acts of Violence Based on…
Celebrating 25th Anniversary of Vatican Israel Accord
Celebrating 25 Years of Diplomatic Relations between the Holy See and the State of Israel "N…
Building a Civilization of Love: Global Catholic Schools Congress
A gathering of more than Catholic 600 educators from all corners of the globe came together for…
Big Data in the Fight Against Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
On June 7, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN sponsored a side event entit…
Path to Peace Foundation Honors Aid to the Church in Need
On Wednesday, May 22 the Path to Peace Foundation called attention to the plight of persecuted Chr…
Experts Call for Greater Protection of Unborn Children with Down Syndrome
On March 20, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN held a side event during the…
Fight against Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
On March 12, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations held a side event togeth…
Gender Equality and Gender Ideology: Protecting Women and Girls
The recent birth of gender ideology advances stereotypes about women more than they advance women,…
Valuing Unpaid Work and Caregiving
Valuing Unpaid Work and Caregiving On March 15, during the Commission on the Status of Women, …
Social Protection Systems Necessary in the Fight against Human Trafficking
Experts Highlight Social Protection Systems Necessary in the Fight against Human Trafficking and Mod…
Event on Defending and Promoting International Religious Freedom
Defending and promoting religious freedom is one of the most pressing issues for the international community, according to experts at a Holy See event on March 1 in the Economic and Social Council Chamber at United Nations Headquarters.

Past events in 2018

70 Years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Experts celebrate 70 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, but also note its s…
Statement on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights at 70
Statement by H.E. Archbishop Bernardito Auza Apostolic Nuncio, Permanent Observer of the Holy See Si…
Mozart’s Requiem on the Centenary of the End of World War I
Holy See sponsors Mozart’s Requiem at UN to commemorate the Centenary of the End of World War …
Indispensable Role of Faith Based Organizations in Protecting Migrants and Refugees
On June 4, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with the Permanent…
The Impact of Good Parenting on Children and Society
Experts at a Holy See Event stressed that good parenting is essential for peace. On June 1, the …
Role of Partnerships Between the Church and Law Enforcement to End Human Trafficking
Partnerships are required to end human trafficking, according to experts at a May 22 Holy See spons…
Path to Peace Gala Attendees Honor the Santa Marta Group
At the 2018 Path to Peace Gala, held May 23 at the Pierre Hotel in New York, Cardinal Vincent Nichol…
The Santa Marta Group: Police and Religious Leaders Partnering to Eradicate Modern Slavery by Building Trust in Leadership, Action and Accountability
Opening Remarks of H.E. Archbishop Bernardito Auza Apostolic Nuncio and Permanent Observer of the Ho…
Faith Leaders Call the World to Share the Journey of Migrants and Refugees
The panel discussion included religious leaders from a variety of faith traditions who spoke of the perspective their respective religions hold regarding migration, and how faith-based groups rooted in their traditions respond to the summons to come to the aid of migrants and refugees.
Protecting and Promoting Human Rights in the Amazon
On April 19, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations held a side event entitled “Violation of Human Rights in the Amazon: Networks to Respond to and Redress Them” to discuss the situation of indigenous peoples in the Amazon and the threats being caused by the proliferation of foreign mining interests.
New Technology Advances Health for Rural Women
The health needs of women and girls in rural areas often go underserved, but a holistic women&r…
African Women at a Holy See Event Speak out against Ideological Colonization
On March 19, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN co-sponsored a side ev…
Experts at Holy See Event Call for Greater Protection of Unborn Children with Down Syndrome
Experts at Holy See Event Call for Greater Protection of Unborn Children with Down Syndrome …
Experts at Holy See Event Discuss the Integral Education of Rural Women and Girls
While women and girls are filling classrooms in urban cities, rural women and girls, as well as those situations of conflict and natural disaster, are often left behind, according to experts at a Holy See event.
Experts Focus on Eradicating Human Trafficking among Rural Women and Girls
The best way to eradicate human trafficking is to prevent people from being vulnerable to being lured into it in the first place, experts and advocates testified at a March 13 conference, stating that economic exclusion is one of the largest push and pull factors, especially among rural women.
Commission on the Status of Women Week 2 Events
Promoting the Integral Development of Rural Women and Girls in Africa under the Threat of Ideol…
Pope Francis: A woman is harmony and beauty of the world
On the occasion of International Women's Day, we share some thoughts of Pope Francis on women.
Commission on the Status of Women Week 1 Events
The Holy See Mission is Hosting 5 Events During the Commission on the Status of Women. Register here.
Holy See Sponsors Event on Ending the Detention of Child Migrants and Refugees
Attendees of the event watched a short video produced by the Migrants & Refugees Section of the Vatican's Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, which shares the Holy Father's appeal to care for migrants and refugees.
Event on Ending the Detention of Migrant and Refugee Children
Join us for an event to discuss Best Interest Determination and Alternatives to Detention for Child Migrants and Refugees on February 21 at UN Headquarters.
Holy See Hosts Conference on the Peace Process in Colombia
Panelists had a hopeful tone about the implementation of the Colombian Peace Agreement, despite the ongoing violence and difficulties. The panelists spoke optimistically of the political will for peace in Colombia and a general desire to move forwards.
Religious Groups Work to Eradicate Extreme Poverty Through Social Cohesion
Social inclusion is key for tackling economic exclusion, according to Catholic religious leaders at a January 31 event sponsored by nine different NGOs tied to Catholic religious congregations and co-sponsored by the Holy See Mission.
Reconciliation and Peace in Colombia: Confidence-Building Developments and Continuing Challenges
Reconciliation and Peace in Colombia: Confidence-Building Developments and Continuing Challenges…
2018 Path to Peace Gala
Support the Holy See Mission at the next Path to Peace Gala Dinner, which will be held May 23 at the Pierre Hotel.

Past events in 2017

Preserving Pluralism and Diversity in the Nineveh Region
ISIS is on the verge of military defeat, but unless those displaced from the Nineveh Plains can return, ISIS will have succeeded in its ideological objective to eliminate religious minorities from the region, according to the experts working on resettlement efforts.
Preserving Pluralism and Diversity in the Nineveh Region
On November 30, the Holy See Mission will sponsor a side event at UN Headquarters, together with the Knights of Columbus and the Nineveh Reconstruction Committee (NRC), focusing on preserving pluralism and diversity in the Nineveh Region of Iraq.
Bringing Accountability, Rehabilitation and Peace to Areas Ravaged by ISIS
While ISIS may have lost much of its traction in Iraq and Syria, the road to rehabilitation and justice is complex and far from over, according to survivors, experts and leaders at a Holy See sponsored event.
Pope Francis and the Pursuit of Peace in Colombia
The event highlighted the message Pope Francis brought to the country when he visited in early September: that all parties must take the first step in reconciliation to heal the wounds of the country’s 52-year conflict, which ended with the signing of the Final Peace Accord between the Colombia Government and Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) in November 2016.
Leaders Discuss the Importance of Dialogue and Encounter at Holy See Event
On October 13, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN sponsored a side event entitled “The Other is a Good for Me: The role of interreligious and intercultural dialogue in addressing violence, conflict and building lasting peace in the world today.”
The Other is a Good for Me
His Excellency Archbishop Bernardito Auza Side Event entitled: “The Other is a Good for Me: T…
World Leaders Call for Protection of Persecuted Religious Minorities at Holy See Event
Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Holy See’s Secretary for Relations with States, said protecting religious minorities is one of the most urgent responsibilities of the international community, since recent data shows severe violations against religious freedom are occurring in 27 countries around the world.
Top UN Leaders join Religious Leaders to Pray for Peace at Annual Prayer Service
On the eve of the start of a new General Assembly Session and 16th anniversary of 9/11, top UN Leaders joined Religious leaders to pray for peace for people around the world.
Remarks from the 2017 Prayer Service
On September 11, Bishop John Barres, Secretary General António Guterres, President Miroslav Lajčák of the General Assembly, and Fr. Gerald Murray delivered remarks at the annual prayer service sponsored by Holy See Mission for the UN Diplomatic Community and personnel, together with religious and ecumenical leaders in the New York area on the occasion of the opening of the 72nd Session of the General Assembly. Read their remarks here.
Protection of Religious Minorities in Conflict
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Experts Focus on the Most Vulnerable to End Hunger and Care for Oceans at Holy See Event
Caring for the most vulnerable is essential to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, according to experts at a Holy See event.
Caritas Agencies and Governments Cooperating to Achieve Goal 2 and Goal 14: Implementing the Agenda 2030 in Kenya and Oceania
The Holy See is very happy to be sponsoring this Side Event during the 2017 High Level Political Forum together with Caritas Internationalis, which gives us the opportunity to focus on the important and truly life-changing development work of Caritas Kenya, Caritas Oceania and the Catholic Fund for Overseas Development (CAFOD) in Kenya and Oceania.
Parenting and Optimal Child Development
On June 1, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN held a side event entitled “Parenting and Optimal Child Development,” together with the Universal Peace Federation in honor of the Global Day of Parents.
Experts call for Migration Talks to Include the Right to Remain in One's Country of Origin
The event took place as experts and diplomats gathered at UN Headquarters for the second thematic session of the preparatory process for the Global Compact on Safe, Orderly and Regular migration.
25th Annual Path to Peace Gala spotlights Syria in Honoring Cardinal Zenari
On May 24, the Path to Peace Foundation honored two peacebuilders at the 25th Path to Peace Gala. More than 500 attendees witnessed Cardinal Mario Zenari, Papal Nuncio to Syria, receive the Path to Peace Award for his courageous commitment to the people of the war-torn country.
Statement on The Centenary of Fatima and the Enduring Relevance of Its Message of Peace
It is a great joy for me personally and for the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to be collaborating with the Permanent Mission of Portugal to the UN to host this commemorative event in anticipation of tomorrow’s 100th anniversary of the beginning of the Fatima apparitions.
Event on the Centenary of Fatima and the Enduring Relevance of its Message of Peace
On May 12, the eve of the 100th Anniversary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, 600 people joined the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN and the Permanent Mission of Portugal at the UN for a commemorative event.
Raphael Event Highlights the Importance of Artistic Beauty in the Mission of the UN
On May 10, diplomats, art enthusiasts and world-renowned art experts gathered at the UN to pay tribute to the work of Italian Renaissance artist Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino, known more commonly as Raphael, who is responsible for much of the most celebrated works in the Vatican Museums
Beauty Will Save the World: Art in the Service of Nations and the Common Good
we believe that artistic beauty is not extraneous to the purposes of the United Nations. It is, rather, central to the formation of a culture without which the lofty goals to advance peace, foster sustainable development, and protect and advance human dignity and rights cannot be achieved. After all, isn’t beauty the superabundance of truth and goodness?
Work of the Catholic Church in Protecting and Caring for Indigenous Peoples
The Church in Latin America plays a large role in caring for indigenous peoples and the lands they inhabit, according to experts at a Holy See event.
The Means of Woman's Full Flourishing through Her Many Forms of Work Discussed at Holy See Event
Archbishop Bernardito Auza said the international community and private institutions must work together to promote women’s natural desires to have a family and to work, by adapting the workplace and culture to allow women to flourish.
Experts Link the importance of Fertility Awareness to Woman's Economic Empowerment
Fertility Awareness addresses many women’s health concerns and can have lasting economic impact, according to experts at a Holy See Mission event.
Experts describe help needed to keep trafficking survivors from returning to the streets
Governments, corporations, and nonprofits can help rescued sex trafficking survivors by giving them a fair chance in the job market, according to experts at a Holy See Mission side event.
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Experts explore, promote and defend Pope Francis' Peace Message
Responding to Pope Francis’ January 1 message for the Fiftieth World Day of Peace, experts on global peacemaking and peacebuilding called upon the international community to find creative and practical ways to resolve conflict with nonviolence at a March 2 event entitled Nonviolence: A Style of Politics for Peace.
2017 Path to Peace Gala Dinner
Please join us for the 26th Anniversary Path to Peace Gala Dinner on Wednesday, May 24 at the Pierre Hotel. The 2017 Path to Peace Award will be presented during the dinner to Mario Cardinal Zenari, Apostolic Nuncio to Syria in recognition of his work defending Christians and other victims in the Middle East.
Holy Father's Message to Diplomats
His address focused on the theme of peace and security, noting that 100 years ago, the First World War was well under way, and increasing in global destruction. He praised the international community's collaboration at the United Nations' World Humanitarian Summit and the Summit for Refugees and Migrants, emphasizing the suffering faced by migrants

Past events in 2016

Pope Francis Encouraged Business Leaders to Leave No One Behind
Pope Francis on Saturday greeted participants of the Fortune-Time Global Forum, which brings together Fortune 500 and Time 100 leaders, who discussed technology, jobs, global health, food and water, commitment to communities, energy and the environment, and financial inclusion.
UN Event Shows Colorful and Courageous History and Present of the Swiss Guard
Gianfranco Pannone, who directed The World’s Smallest Army, said the film is “an attempt to provide a deeply human perspective, so necessary in a world with so many conflicts.”
Remarks of Carl Anderson at 2016 Path to Peace Gala
Your Eminence and Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen: The Knights of C…
Statement Delivered by Cardinal Renato Martino at Path to Peace Foundation Gala
Dear Ladies and Gentlemen, The Holy See is not a member of the United Nations but is represented …
Statement Delivered by Archbishop Bernardito Auza at Path to Peace Foundation
Your Eminence, Your Excellencies my brother bishops and fellow Ambassadors, Reverend Clergy and Re…
The Path to Peace Foundation Celebrates Silver Anniversary and Honors the Knights of Columbus
Upon receiving the award, Anderson said, “The ones most deserving of an award, and of all the support we can give them, are the Christians in the Middle East, especially in Iraq and Syria. The Christian witness of mercy and forgiveness is the true path to peace in the Middle East.”
The World's Smallest Army: The Colorful History and Intriguing Present of the Pontifical Swiss Guard Protecting the Pope
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Countering Violent Extremism through Schooling
On September 20, the Holy See co-sponsored a high-level panel discussion entitled “Countering and Preventing Violent Extremism through Education,” together with the Permanent Missions of Albania, the U.S., Jordan, Morocco to the United Nations and UNESCO. The event took place at UN Headquarters in New York City.
The Role of Religious Leaders in the Exercise of the Responsibility to Protect
On September 20, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations hosted a Ministerial Side Event entitled “Upholding the Responsibility to Protect: The Role of Religious Leaders in Preventing Atrocity Crimes,” along with the United Nations Office on Genocide Prevention and the Responsibility to Protect and The Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect.
Holy See Event Spotlights Religious Organizations’ Response to Migrants and Refugees
On September 19, during the UN Summit for Refugees and Migrants, The Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations, together with the International Catholic Migration Commission and Caritas Internationalis, sponsored a High-Level Side Event entitled “Responsibility and Solution Sharing: The Role of Religious Organizations in Responding to Large Movements of Refugees and Migrants.”
Cardinal Parolin Statement on Fighting Radicalization and Extremism through Education
Faith-based communities’ educational efforts not only form men and women in religious practice, but can also form them to be responsible citizens. This is especially important if we are to counter destructive narratives that engender radicalization and extremism.
The Role of Religious Leaders in Preventing Atrocities
The issue which we are about to consider is particularly urgent. Genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity continue to affect different areas of the planet, while the memory of the atrocities committed in the past, recent and remote, is still alive in the conscience of humanity.
Cardinal Parolin: The Role of Religious Organizations in Responding to Large Movements of Refugees and Migrants
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development pledges to “leave no one behind.” Among those left behind are the tens of millions of refugees, migrants and internally displaced persons in our world today.
Archbishop Wenski Challenges UN Community Not to Be Indifferent to Refugees and Migrants
ith refugees and displaced peoples hitting record numbers around the world, Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski called on diplomats gathered for the opening of the 71st United Nations General Assembly in New York to rise to the challenge of this “humanitarian disaster.”
Celebrating and Learning from Mother Teresa at Holy See UN Event
During a series of events at the UN following Mother Teresa’s September 4 canonization by Pope Francis, those who knew her said that she exemplifies the virtues that all those working for peace, to leave no one behind, and to lift the poor out of extreme poverty need to achieve those noble objectives.
Religious Leaders and Responsibility to Protect
The Responsibility to Protect - known as R2P - is an international norm that seeks to ensure that the international community never again fails to halt the atrocity crimes — genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing and crimes against humanity. It was unanimously adopted in 2005 at the UN World Summit, the largest gathering of Heads of State and Government in history.
Responsibility and solution sharing
On Monday, September 19, 2016, from 11:30 to 1 pm in Conference Room 11 of the United Nations Headquarters, The Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations, together with the International Catholic Migration Commission and Caritas Internationalis, is sponsoring a High-Level Side Event entitled “Responsibility and Solution Sharing: The Role of Religious Organizations in Responding to Large Movements of Refugees and Migrants.”
Prayer Service To Pray for Migrants and Refugees
This year the Prayer Service will take place Tuesday, September 13, 2016, at 6 p.m. at the Church of the Holy Family, 315 East 47th Street in Manhattan, a block from the United Nations. Prayers will be offered in gratitude for all that the 70th Session of the UN General Assembly has been able to achieve, and for the success of the 71st Session of the General Assembly.
Commemorate the Canonization of Mother Teresa
In commemoration of her canonization by Pope Francis on September 4 in the Vatican, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See, together with ADF International, are hosting three events to provide the opportunity to focus on the legacy of her words, witness, and life.
Path to Peace Foundation
Celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Path to Peace Foundation at a Gala Dinner honoring the Knights of Columbus and Supreme Knight Carl Anderson for their work in defending persecuted Christians in the Middle East
Holy See Mission holds Conference describing its work at the UN
On July 27, more than 100 bishops, priests and faithful from the Province of Bohol, Philippines, gathered at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City to learn about the role of the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See at the United Nations.
Holy See event seeks to combat roots of trafficking children
Experts called for greater awareness and stronger policies to combat the roots of human trafficking among children and youth at a July 13 event at the UN sponsored by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See in collaboration with the NGO Committee to Stop Trafficking in Persons, the Salesians Missions, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, and ECPAT-USA.
Holy See Event explores essential role of mothers and fathers
On June 1 the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations hosted an event entitled “The Importance of Motherhood and Fatherhood” in observance of the fourth commemoration of the Global Day of Parents.
Conference on the Importance of Motherhood and Fatherhood
On Wednesday, June 1, from 3-5 pm at the United Nations, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See will be hosting a special conference on the importance of fatherhood and motherhood for the integral development of men, women, children and society.
Victims and Experts Unite to Defend Persecuted Christians at Holy See UN Event
Survivors, advocates of those persecuted by violent extremists because of religious belief and experts on genocide united on April 28 at an event entitled "Defending Religious Freedom and Other Human Rights: Stopping Mass Atrocities Against Christians and Other Believers," sponsored by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN at the Economic and Social Chamber of the United Nations Headquarters in New York City on April 28.
Closing Remarks
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Metropolitan Jean-Clément Jeanbart
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Jacqueline Isaac
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Elisa von Joeden-Forgey
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Samia Sleman
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Sister Maria de Guadalupe
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Fr. Douglas Al-Bazi
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Carl and Marsha Mueller
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Bishop Joseph Danlami Bagobiri
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Dr. Thomas F. Farr
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by The Hon. Lars Adaktusson
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Remarks by Carl Anderson
Defending Religious Freedom and Other Human Rights: Stopping Mass Atrocities against Christians and Other Believers
Remarks by H.E. Ufuk Gokcen
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
DEFENDING RELIGIOUS FREEDOM AND OTHER HUMAN RIGHTS: STOPPING MASS ATROCITIES AGAINST CHRISTIANS AND OTHER BELIEVERS
As delivered during the event organized by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians on April 28, 2016 at the UN Headquarters in New York
Defending Religious Freedom and Other Human Rights: Stopping Mass Atrocities Against Christians and Other Believers
On April 28, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the UN, together with co-sponsors CitizensGo, MasLibres and In Defense of Christians, will be hosting a side-event dedicated to defending the right to religious freedom.
Holy See hosts event on ending human trafficking by 2030
On April 7, more than 500 attendees and 20 speakers gathered at United Nations Headquarters in New York for a major conference the Holy See Mission convened on the theme of “Ending Human Trafficking by 2030: The Role of Global Partnerships in Eradicating Modern Slavery."
Holy See Mission sponsors event promoting greater visibility of migrants
At an April 12 event sponsored by the Mission of the Holy See to the UN entitled “Migration, Population and the 2030 Agenda” experts on immigration said migrants and refugees need greater visibility because many times they fall through the cracks and fail to be counted.
Holy See Side Event focuses on sexual violence against women in conflict situations
On March 22, those who care for victims of rape and sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda and Iraq shared stories of the horrors sexual violence women endure in regions of conflict and urged the international community for assistance at a side event hosted by the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York during the Commission on the Status of Women.
Helping women and girls leave work on the streets
On March 21, the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York hosted a panel discussion entitled The Pastoral Care of Women and Girls Working or Living on the Streets
The Pastoral Care of Women and Girls Working or Living on the Streets
On March 21, the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York hosted a panel discussion entitled The Pastoral Care of Women and Girls Working or Living on the Streets
Women and Girls: Victims of Sexual Violence in Conflict
On March 21, the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York hosted a panel discussion entitled Women And Girls: Victims Of Sexual Violence In Conflict.
Experts focus on genuine health care for African mothers
On March 17, the Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York hosted a panel discussion entitled Best Practices for Maternal Healthcare in Africa
Holy See Event Promotes Holistic Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare
New technologies in sexual and reproductive healthcare give women greater access to choose holistic and affordable options to manage an array of medical issues, including fertility, according to women’s healthcare professionals at a UN event.   
Commission on the Status of Women
The sixtieth session of the Commission on the Status of Women will take place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from 14 to 24 March 2016. For information on our events, click here.
Celebration of Nostra Aetate   at the United Nations
On December 15, Catholic and Jewish religious leaders and thinkers celebrated and commemorated the 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council's Declaration on the Relation of the Church with non-Christian Religions
Nostra Aetate: Living it Out in the Next Generation
By Rabbi Joshua Stanton, Congregation B’nai Jeshurun
Introductory Statement
Introductory Statement At The Event of the Permanent Observer Mission co-sponsored by the International Jewish Committee on Interreligious Consultations (IJCIC) entitled: Nostra Aetate, Accomplishment and the Next 50 Years: Catholic-Jewish Relations as a Paradigm for Dialogue, Cooperation and the Pursuit of Peace
Nostra Aetate '>Nostra Aetate '>Comments at the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Second Vatican Council's Declaration on the Catholic Church's relations with non-Christian religions Nostra Aetate
Comments by Brian R. Corbin Executive Vice President, Members Service Catholic Charities USA
Nostra Aetate: Accomplishment And The Next Fifty Years Ecosoc Chamber, United Nation Headquarters
Address by Bishop Murphy at the Ecosoc Chamber, United Nation Headquarters
Statements from the 70th Session on the United Nations
The statements published by the Mission during the 70th Session of the UN
20 Years Ago
This week we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Pope John Paul II's 1995 papal visit to the United Nations. Read his address to the General Assembly.
36 Years Ago
This week we celebrate the 36th Anniversary of Pope John Paul II’s first papal visit to the United Nations on October 2, 1979. Read his address to the General Assembly.
Papal Nuncio Explains the Church's Mission at the UN to Dunwoodie Seminarians
Archbishop Bernardito Auza, the Permanent Observer of the Holy See to the United Nations, addressed more than 100 seminarians from St. Joseph's Seminary of Yonkers, NY, during their Aug. 27 visit to the United Nations headquarters.
Visit of His Eminence Pietro Cardinal Parolin to the United Nations
September 2014: Pietro Cardinal Parolin at the United Nations
Visit of UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon to Pope Benedict XVI
On April 18, 2007, His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI received in private audience H.E. Mr. Ban Ki-moon, Secretary-General of the United Nations.
The Schedule
Excitement is building for Pope Francis' Apostolic Visit to the U.S. and the United Nations September 22-27. Find the schedule for his visit and more information.
Preparing well for Pope Francis' Visit
Archbishop Auza was at New York's Theology on Tap on August 31, 2015 to discuss the upcoming Apostolic Journey of the Holy Father

Past events in 2015

The Catholic Church and Climate Change
watch the videos from the interventions during the September, 26 2015 side event
Speakers Probe Pope Francis’ UN Call for a Nuclear Free World
Nuclear Weapons violate human dignity, a panel sponsored by the Holy See Mission to the US concludes.
Visit of H.E. Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher to the United Nations
Archbishop Gallagher, Secretary For Relations With States, visited the United Nations in September/October 2015
Top UN Officials and Religious Leaders join in prayer for start of 70th Session
The annual UN Prayer Service was held September 14 at Holy Family Church in New York