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Vatican Observatory
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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.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · Sep 2
Vatican Observatory 2026 Astrophoto Calendars Are Now Available!
2026 Vatican Observatory Astrophoto Calendars - Vatican Observatory
Vatican Observatory 2026 Astrophoto Calendars Are Now Available!
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 6h
When the facts can’t speak for themselves, scientists can give them a voice, argues Dr. Michelle Francl.
Opinionated Science - Vatican Observatory
When the facts can’t speak for themselves, scientists can give them a voice, argues Dr. Michelle Francl.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 9h
"Conserving and protecting the nighttime environment is also about nurturing the human spirit and strengthening our bond with the natural world and with one another."

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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 23h
Dr. Larry Lebofsky covers a wide range of topics in his twice-a-month astronomy and space science newsletter.
Astronomy & Space Science Education & Public Outreach Newsletter – October 2025, Part 1 - Vatican Observatory
Dr. Larry Lebofsky covers a wide range of topics in his twice-a-month astronomy and space science newsletter.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 1d
I adore comets because they morph as they move through space. This makes them very interesting to me, visually and in their physical actions.
Comet - C/2025 A6 ( Lemmon) - Vatican Observatory
I adore comets because they morph as they move through space. This makes them very interesting to me, visually and in their physical actions.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 4d
You go on vacation to see some dark skies, and all of the sudden there are UFOs everywhere!
UFOs in MO - Vatican Observatory
You go on vacation to see some dark skies, and all of the sudden there are UFOs everywhere!
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 5d
Are faith and science compatible? Lots of people will tell you they’re not, but one of the more public figures working at that intersection says he never saw the conflict.
Catholic Kiwi Podcast: Season 1, Episode 1 – Br Guy Consolmagno - Vatican Observatory
Are faith and science compatible? Lots of people will tell you they’re not, but one of the more public figures working at that intersection says he never saw...
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 6d
To live is to change and to be perfect is to have changed often. These iconic words of the recently declared Church Doctor St.
From the Backyard: The More Things Change The More They... Keep Changing? - Vatican Observatory
To live is to change and to be perfect is to have changed often. These iconic words of the recently declared Church Doctor St. John Henry Newman have been...
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 6d
Join us on Monday Oct. 6th for a chat with Cliff Stoll, astronomer, teacher and author of the book The Cuckoo's Egg. Cliff is also also a buddy of Br. Guy!
ⓜ Full Moon-th Meetup with Cliff Stoll - October 6, 2025 - Vatican Observatory
Join us on Monday Oct. 6th for a chat with Cliff Stoll, astronomer, teacher and author of the book The Cuckoo's Egg. Cliff is also also a buddy of Br. Guy!
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 7d
From the Faith & Science Resource Center: St. John Paul II on Creation and Scripture.
From the Vatican Observatory Faith and Science Pages — Creation Reveals God’s Glory – St. John Paul II - Vatican Observatory
From the Faith & Science Resource Center: St. John Paul II on Creation and Scripture.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 10d
This is the story of the discovery of the planet Neptune and the Catholic faith of two astronomers who made the discovery possible.
Catholic Astronomers and the Discovery of Neptune - Vatican Observatory
This is the story of the discovery of the planet Neptune and the Catholic faith of two astronomers who made the discovery possible.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 11d
This is the story of the discovery of the planet Neptune and the Catholic faith of two astronomers who made the discovery possible.
Catholic Astronomers and the Discovery of Neptune - Vatican Observatory
This is the story of the discovery of the planet Neptune and the Catholic faith of two astronomers who made the discovery possible.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 14d
A new addition to the Faith & Science Resource Center: A discussion of faith and science from the University of Costa Rica.
Silencios y Palabras (Silences and Words) - Vatican Observatory
A new addition to the Faith & Science Resource Center: A discussion of faith and science from the University of Costa Rica.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 15d
This has been a very strange summer. Between ministerial responsibilities, weather, wildfire smoke and personal matters, stargazing has been at a minimum.
From the Backyard: A Shameless Plug for the Astronomy for Catholics in Ministry and Education (ACME) Workshop - Vatican Observatory
This has been a very strange summer. Between ministerial responsibilities, weather, wildfire smoke and personal matters, stargazing has been at a minimum. My...
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 17d
Could a bit of technical 17th-century astronomy show up in the novel Don Quixote?
Astronomy in Art & Architecture: Don Quixote Battles Giants (Stars, that is) - Vatican Observatory
Could a bit of technical 17th-century astronomy show up in the novel Don Quixote?
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 17d
Could a bit of technical 17th-century astronomy show up in the novel Don Quixote?
Astronomy in Art & Architecture: Don Quixote Battles Giants (Stars, that is) - Vatican Observatory
Could a bit of technical 17th-century astronomy show up in the novel Don Quixote?
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 18d
From the Faith & Science Resource Center (Younger Readers): the story of Jérôme Lejeune, who worked on chromosomal differences and Down Syndrome.
From the Vatican Observatory Faith and Science pages (Younger Readers): And Angelo Secchi Prayed: Faith and Astronomy illuminating the way to Truth - Vatican Observatory
From the Faith & Science Resource Center (Younger Readers): Angelo Secchi was the Father of Astrophysics and a Jesuit priest in nineteenth century Italy.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 19d
A new addition to the Faith & Science Resource Center: A famous "faith and reason" book from the 18th century.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 19d
Sign up here: www.vaticanobservatory.org/education/ac...
ACME - Vatican Observatory
Astronomy for Catholics in Ministry and Education (ACME) is a four day workshop sponsored by the Vatican Observatory Foundation, designed to bring those working in Catholic schools and parishes an…
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 19d
Sign up for the ACME Workshop in January!

The Astronomy for Catholics in Ministry and Education (ACME) is a four-day workshop sponsored by the Vatican Observatory Foundation that provides an overview of the universe from a religious perspective to educators in Catholic schools and parishes.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 20d
Claudio Costa, Technical Assistant to the Director of the Vatican Observatory and an amazing astrophotographer!
Claudio Costa and his New Telescope in Rome - Vatican Observatory
Claudio Costa, Technical Assistant to the Director of the Vatican Observatory and an amazing astrophotographer!
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 21d
From the Faith & Science Resource Center (Younger Readers): the story of Jérôme Lejeune, who worked on chromosomal differences and Down Syndrome.
From the Vatican Observatory Faith and Science pages (Younger Readers): And Angelo Secchi Prayed: Faith and Astronomy illuminating the way to Truth - Vatican Observatory
From the Faith & Science Resource Center (Younger Readers): Angelo Secchi was the Father of Astrophysics and a Jesuit priest in nineteenth century Italy.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 21d
FINDING GOD IN ALL THINGS
A very nice article By David McMahon, Communications Manager, Society of Jesus in Australia

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Star billing - Jesuits Australia
He’s a scientist, astronomer, bestselling author. But Br Guy Consolmagno SJ, director of the Vatican Observatory, also might be a drought whisperer.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 22d
Check out our Podcast - available on several streaming platforms, and from our website! You'll hear from Vatican astronomers and their accomplished special guests as they explore the wonder of God's surprising universe.

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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 23d
Brother Guy Consolmagno, S.J. passes along some words of advice as he departs after 10 years as director of the Vatican Observatory

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Five lessons learned as director of the Vatican Observatory
After a delightful 10 years in the post, Sept. 19 is my official retirement date as the director of the Vatican. As I depart, I thought I would pass along a few words of advice based on my experience.
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Vatican Observatory @vaticanobservatory.bsky.social · 24d
Kentucky astronomer Gerard Williger writes about how his travels for astronomical research led to him encounter the Church in various ways.
Kentucky Science Conversations: An Astronomer Encounters the Church via Astronomical Travel - Vatican Observatory
Kentucky astronomer Gerard Williger writes about how his travels for astronomical research led to him encounter the Church in various ways.
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