Pope Leo’s first Extraordinary Consistory set for January 7-8
Pope Leo XIV’s first consistory will have three sessions from tomorrow afternoon through Thursday. In the morning of…
Pope on Venezuela: Overcome violence, safeguard country’s sovereignty
At the Angelus prayer, Pope Leo XIV calls for the good of the Venezuelan people to prevail, for…
Jacksonville Children’s Chorus receives papal blessing after brief performance at St. Peter’s Square
The Touring Choir of the Jacksonville Children’s Chorus gave a brief performance in St. Peter’s Square during the…
Pope Leo: Jubilee Year ‘a powerful sign of a new world’
In a homily delivered at the final liturgy of the year, Pope Leo reflects on “the mystery of…
Pope Leo: Gambling ruins families
Pope Leo XIV meets with mayors from across Italy, calling on them to promote “authentically human relationships” in…
Pope to Spanish pilgrims: Follow Jesus with the saints’ examples
Pope Leo XIV encourages pilgrims from a parish in Spain to follow the witness of their namesake, St.…
Pope’s images and words light up the Eternal City for Christmas
Large screens around the Vatican display photos and messages of Pope Leo XIV as part of a Christmas…
Christmas, ‘sorrowing humanity,’ and the voice of the popes
For the Solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, we look back at the Christmas reflections…
That’s so Chicago: From “Da Pope” to Uncle Jesse at Riot Fest, these 2025 headlines could only happen here
Another year of wild Chicago happenings is coming to an end. From Chicago’s Pope to hot dog giveaways,…
Pope Leo XIV addresses 26,000 with call for empathy in Christmas message
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV during his first Christmas Day message on Thursday urged the faithful…