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The Vatican Observatory is one of the oldest active astronomical observatories in the world, with its roots going back to 1582 and the Gregorian reform of the calendar. The Vatican Observatory stands at the forefront of scientific research covering a broad range of topics, from an examination of the tiniest specks of interplanetary dust to the origin and structure of the universe. Headquartered at

"Jesuit Science" Adam D. Hincks, SJ (University of Toronto) - Vatican Observatory 06/08/2026

Sunday June 7, 2026 10:00 - 10:50 "Jesuit Science" Adam D. Hincks, SJ (University of Toronto)

"Jesuit Science" Adam D. Hincks, SJ (University of Toronto) - Vatican Observatory Sunday June 7, 2026  10:00 – 10:50   “Jesuit Science” Adam D. Hincks, SJ (University of Toronto)

Astronomy in Art & Architecture: Serpent Mound, Ohio (re-run) - Vatican Observatory 06/06/2026

This is the first part of a three-part series re-running some posts from 2018 on astronomy and Native American earthworks.

Astronomy in Art & Architecture: Serpent Mound, Ohio (re-run) - Vatican Observatory

06/04/2026

VOF Newsletter - Happy June 3. Is it summer yet?

In this newsletter, Br. Guy asks "When does summer start?" He also highlights the webinar the VOF held on May 31st. Jesuits from the VO discussed the Pope’s recent encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, and artificial intelligence.

https://mailchi.mp/vaticanobservatory/newsletter-2026-06-03

Vatican Observatory Foundation AI Webinar - May 31, 2026 - Vatican Observatory 06/04/2026

A webinar featuring 4 Jesuits from the Vatican Observatory discussing Pope Leo’s encyclical titled “Magnifica Humanitas,”

Vatican Observatory Foundation AI Webinar - May 31, 2026 - Vatican Observatory

From the Vatican Observatory Faith and Science Pages — God and the Big Bang with Astrophysicist Fr. Adam Hincks, SJ - Vatican Observatory 06/03/2026

From the Faith & Science Resource Center: An interview with Vatican Observatory Adjunct Scholar Fr. Adam Hincks.

From the Vatican Observatory Faith and Science Pages — God and the Big Bang with Astrophysicist Fr. Adam Hincks, SJ - Vatican Observatory

Astronomy & Space Science Education & Public Outreach Newsletter – May 2026 - Vatican Observatory 05/29/2026

Dr. Larry Lebofsky discusses a wide range of astronomy and space science news in his twice-a-month newsletter.

Astronomy & Space Science Education & Public Outreach Newsletter – May 2026 - Vatican Observatory

Encyclical Update (Part 2): Education vs. Data Collection and Goals of the Vatican Observatory Foundation - Vatican Observatory 05/28/2026

I pray these little "Encyclical Nuggets" are helping you understand Pope Leo XIV's vision of the Church in our modern times. I just finished reading MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS and am looking forward to a more careful second read this weekend.

Encyclical Update (Part 2): Education vs. Data Collection and Goals of the Vatican Observatory Foundation - Vatican Observatory I pray these little “Encyclical Nuggets” are helping you understand Pope Leo XIV’s vision of the Church in our modern times. I just finished...

Shining Star: Vera Rubin Discovers Dark Matter - Vatican Observatory 05/26/2026

A new entry for the Vatican Observatory Faith & Science Resource Center (Younger Readers): A book on astronomer Vera Rubin, friend of the Vatican Observatory.

Shining Star: Vera Rubin Discovers Dark Matter - Vatican Observatory

BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV's First Encyclical on Artificial Intelligence - Vatican Observatory 05/25/2026

As I type, i am watching the fascinating press conference from the Vatican on Pope Leo's first Encyclical - MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS. I would HIGHLY recommend watching this press conference, especially the presentations given from AI experts.

BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV's First Encyclical on Artificial Intelligence - Vatican Observatory As I type, i am watching the fascinating press conference from the Vatican on Pope Leo’s first Encyclical – MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS. I would HIGHLY...

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