Pacific RegionPacific church leaders hope Pope Leo will champion climate justice, Francis legacyThe Pacific Conference of Churches says there has been talk of cardinals feeling the new head of the Catholic Church should be "a middle-of-the-road person".Christina Persico, RNZ Pacific bulletin editorFri, 09 May
NewsWhite smoke in Rome: Pope Leo XIV electedAmerican Cardinal Robert Prevost has been chosen as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.Khalia StrongFri, 09 May
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea • TongaPacific cardinals prepare for historic Conclave as Pope Francis is laid to restWith Sir John Ribat of Papua New Guinea and Soane Patita Paini Mafi from Tonga representing the region for the first time, the global community reflects on the late pontiff's impact and legacy.Christine RovoiSat, 26 Apr
Pacific Region • Papua New Guinea'Pope of the People': Pacific leaders mourn passing of a pontiffJames Marape says it was just over six months ago that Pope Francis visited Papua New Guinea. This week, the PNG leader joined the world to share his nation's grief.Christine RovoiTue, 22 Apr
OpinionWill's Word: Farewell to a Pope who made faith feel humanPope Francis has passed at 88, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, courage, and connection, having shown the world what it means to live faith through action.William TeriteTue, 22 Apr
News'A man of humility': NZ joins world leaders to pay tribute to pontiffPrime Minister Christopher Luxon says he is saddened to hear of the passing of Pope Francis.Christine RovoiMon, 21 Apr
NewsPope Francis has died, the Vatican saysThe head of the Catholic Church passed away on Monday, aged 88, after a long illness.Christine RovoiMon, 21 Apr
NewsReading your Bible: A new theology through the eyes of PasifikaA reverend and professor argues for a decolonised church that listens to elders, honours diverse identities, and champions love over fear.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 16 Apr
Pacific Region • Cook IslandsCook Islands group fears its Christian state push ‘watered-down’ A religious movement advocating for a constitutional amendment to declare the country a Christian state is concerned its plan will fall short.Losirene Lacanivalu, Cook Islands NewsThu, 10 Apr
Pacific Region • Papua New GuineaPNG sainthood boosts morale, faith - bishopBishopt Rosario Menesez says the canonisation of Papua New Guinea's first saint will boost the faith of Catholics and other Christians in the Pacific.RNZ PacificThu, 03 Apr
