Pope Leo XIII’s legacy reaches space with asteroid named in his honor
The Vatican Observatory has named four asteroids after key figures in its history. Among them is Pope Leo…
Artemis II moon mission ‘a great development,’ Vatican Observatory director says
NASA’s Artemis II test flight launched into space on Wednesday evening for an expected 10-day lunar flyby mission.…
Would the Vatican Baptise an Alien? Pope Leo’s Astronomer Shocks with ‘Yes’ as Faith Faces ET Question
Scientists have long wondered if there is such a thing as life beyond Earth and what might happen…
Pope Leo XIV appoints new director of the Vatican Observatory
By Kristina Millare Vatican City, Jul 31, 2025 / 12:11 pm Pope Leo XIV on Thursday appointed astronomer…
Interview: ‘Faith and Science Can Go Together,’ Says Vatican Observatory Director Fr. Richard D’Souza SJ
Fr. Richard D’Souza SJ In a world where faith and science are often seen as opposing forces, Fr.…
‘Nerdy Pope’ trends on social media after Pope Leo’s Vatican observatory visit: All you need to know about his educational qualifications |
On July 20, 1969, millions of eyes were on the screen watching a live broadcast of the moon…
Science and the stars a call to the spiritual, says Vatican astrophysicist | National
Jesuit Father Paul Gabor, vice director of the Vatican Observatory Research Group in Tucson, Ariz., delivers a keynote…
At Vatican camp, young astronomers find science and faith go hand in hand
By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú Vatican City, Jun 9, 2025 / 06:00 am A total of 24 fortunate young people…