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Pope Leo XIV to cardinals: ‘We gather not to promote personal or group agendas’
In his homily to the cardinals, Pope Leo XIV emphasized working together to help the the pope govern the Church. Read more
This is Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of January
Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of January is for prayer with the word of God. Read more
Liturgy sidestepped at Pope Leo XIV’s first consistory
Cardinals agreed to discuss two topics: evangelization and the Church’s missionary activity, and “the Synod and synodality.” Read more
As consistory opens, Pope Leo XIV tells cardinals ‘I am here to listen’
The Holy Father outlined the four themes that will be discussed during the extraordinary consistory. Read more
SEEK 2026 in Texas opens with rock concert by a priest, Mass
A rock concert by a priest and a video message from Pope Leo XIV were part of the opening night... Read more
Pope Leo XIV surprises SEEK26 attendees with message: ‘What do you seek?’
“Jesus directs the same question to each one of you,” the pope said. Read more
Key dates on the agenda of the pope and Vatican for 2026
Pope Leo XIV is preparing for a busy 2026. Read more
10 New Year’s resolution ideas inspired by Pope Leo XIV’s advice to youth in 2025
Here are 10 ideas from Pope Leo XIV’s advice to youth at NCYC 2025 in Indianapolis to help you deepen... Read more
Pope Leo XIV on New Year’s Eve: The future is in God’s hands
Pope Leo XIV presided over first vespers (evening prayer) at the Vatican on Wednesday in anticipation of the Jan. 1... Read more
Pope Leo XIV ends 2025 urging Catholics to examine conscience and entrust new year to God
In St. Peter’s Square on Dec. 31, the pope said 2025 brought both joy and sorrow, citing the jubilee pilgrimage... Read more
CNA’s top Catholic moments of 2025
2025 was filled with impactful moments — here are some of the top Catholic moments of the past year. Read more
Pope Leo XIV warns against gambling, which ‘ruins many families’
Speaking to the National Association of Italian Municipalities, Pope Leo XIV warned of the dangers of gambling as well as... Read more
Pope Leo XIV: To let God work in your life, you have to empty yourself
Speaking to pilgrims from St. Thomas Villanova Parish in Spain, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the saint’s virtues and interior life... Read more
6 Catholic public figures who made major headlines in 2025
A look at six of this past year’s leading Catholic newsmakers. Read more
PHOTOS: Pope Leo meets the tiniest members of the flock — babies
Pope Leo XIV has welcomed and greeted a plethora of babies at the Vatican since his election on May 8. Read more
Pope Leo XIV on Christmas night: Make room for others
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Christmas night Mass, also known as midnight Mass, for an estimated 6,000 attendees in the... Read more
Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s Christmas night homily
Pope Leo XIV's full homily at Christmas Mass during the Night in St. Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday. Read more
Pope Leo XIV revives tradition during first Christmas of his pontificate
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate his first Christmas at the Vatican by reviving the tradition of offering Christmas Mass on... Read more
UPDATED: Pope asked Illinois governor to veto assisted suicide bill
Pope Leo XIV asked Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to veto an assisted suicide bill. Read more
Pope Leo XIV tells Vatican employees doing work well gives glory to God
Meeting the workers on Dec. 22, Pope Leo XIV said he is still getting to know the Vatican and experiences... Read more
