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Presiding over the Mass on the Solemnity of the patron Saints of the Diocese and City of Rome, with the blessing and imposition of the pallium on the new Metropolitan Archbishops — Leo XIV invites the faithful to contemplate the two Apostles. Though different in their gifts and approaches, they lived “a fruitful harmony in diversity.”
An Israeli pacifist network launches a silent and powerful initiative aimed at raising awareness among Israeli Air Force pilots about the human cost of the ongoing bombing campaign in Gaza.
Pope Leo XIV meets with the President and Vice President of the Council of European Bishops' Conferences to discuss ecumenical dialogue, synodal challenges, and evangelisation in Europe.
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, Mr. Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, in the Vatican on Saturday, who subsequently met with the Holy See's Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher.
Pope Leo XIV acknowledges that the faith of Ukrainian Greek Catholics is being put to a severe test, "amid this senseless war," but stresses that the Lord will have the final word and life will triumph over death.
Pope Leo XIV receives participants in the General Chapter of the Vallumbrosan Congregation of the Order of Saint Benedict, encouraging them to “Let nothing hold you back from the original call to reform, renew, and simplify that Christian life, which still has the power to widen the horizons and deepen the breath of every human existence.”
Addressing a delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate on the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Leo XIV reiterates his commitment to respectful dialogue and collaboration aimed at restoring full visible communion.
As the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Fr Edmund Power reflects on the dynamic relationship between the two great Apostles and patrons of Rome, and their significance in the Church.
In his message for Sea Sunday, the second Sunday of July, Cardinal Michael Czerny recognizes seafarers as ‘pilgrims of hope’ and calls on Catholics to shine a light on the global economy and its effects on those who work on ships and in ports.
After the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents entered Church properties in California, Bishop Rojas has issued a message calling for an end to tactics that cause “a tremendous amount of fear, confusion, and anxiety.”
Memorial Day is fast approaching and for many people it happens to be a day off work. Trips have been planned and parties organized, yet many people forget that Memorial Day is not intended to be an occasion of jubilation. Memorial Day has always been intended to serve as a day to remember those who died in war.
In the rich history of the papacy, the name 'Leo' has been carried by some of the most impactful leaders of the Catholic Church, with the first Pope Leo, now known as St. Leo the Great, and the newly elected Pope Leo XIV standing as two notable figures. While separated by over a millennium, there are striking aspects of their leadership that may invite comparison.