Pope Leo XIV

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Italian Cardinal Baldassare Reina was created a cardinal by Pope Francis during the consistory at St. Peter’s Basilica on Dec. 7, 2024.

Leo XIV names Cardinal Reina chancellor of John Paul II marriage and family institute in Rome

May 20, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Leo XIV on Monday named Cardinal Baldassare Reina grand chancellor of the Pontifical Theological Institute John Paul II for... Read more

Pope Leo XIV and St. Nicholas of Tolentine.

Who is the patron saint of Pope Leo XIV’s final vows?

May 20, 2025

By Diego López Marina

Wondering who Pope Leo XIV’s favorite saint is? A Peruvian missionary priest who is a close friend and confidant of... Read more

As prior of the Augustinians (below, in a white shirt), in 2003 Leo XIV visited the Valley of the Fallen with a group of young people.

Pope Leo XIV’s connection to Spanish Civil War martyrs, Valley of the Fallen

May 20, 2025

By Nicolás de Cárdenas

Pope Leo XIV carries on his pectoral cross a relic of an Augustinian martyr bishop, Anselmo Polanco, who was executed... Read more

In this pool photograph distributed by the Russian state agency Sputnik, Russian President Vladimir Putin (center) speaks to journalists at the Sirius Educational Center in Sochi on May 19, 2025, after a telephone conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump.

Trump says Vatican might host imminent Russia-Ukraine ceasefire talks

May 19, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

Trump said that following a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russia and Ukraine will begin ceasefire negotiations that the... Read more

The Archdiocese of Chicago will host a celebration at Rate Field, the home of the Chicago White Sox, on June 14, 2025, to honor Pope Leo XIV.

Chicago to celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV with Mass at White Sox stadium

May 19, 2025

By Tessa Gervasini

The Archdiocese of Chicago will host a celebration at Rate Field, the home of the Chicago White Sox, on June... Read more

Pope Leo XIV speaks to participants in the Jubilee of Eastern Churches on May 14, 2025, in the Paul VI Audience Hall at the Vatican.

Fact check: Did Pope Leo give a 36-minute speech praising the leader of Burkina Faso?

May 19, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

A video purporting to show Pope Leo XIV reading a statement denouncing colonialism and praising the leader of Burkina Faso... Read more

Pope Leo XIV meets with faith leaders on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV meets with faith leaders at the Vatican, calls for synodality and dialogue 

May 19, 2025

By Kristina Millare

Pope Leo XIV met with faith leaders at the Vatican on Monday, emphasizing his commitment to continue Pope Francis’ legacy... Read more

Pope Leo XIV meets with U.S. Vice President JD Vance on May 19, 2025.

Trump invites Pope Leo XIV to the White House

May 19, 2025

By Amira Abuzeid

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed on Monday that U.S. President Donald Trump invited Pope Leo XIV to the... Read more

U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, seated in places of honor usually reserved for heads of state, meet with Pope Leo XIV in the papal library on May 19, 2025.

Pope Leo XIV meets U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio

May 19, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

U.S. Vice President JD Vance and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Pope Leo XIV and top Vatican... Read more

Pope Leo XIV acknowledged divisions among the faithful with a call for fraternal communion and unity in the homily at his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square on May 18, 2025.

FULL TEXT: Pope Leo XIV’s homily at inaugural Mass beginning his Petrine ministry

May 18, 2025

By Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV delivered this homily at the Mass for the Initiation of the Petrine Ministry on Sunday, May 18,... Read more

Pope Leo XIV waves during the inaugural Mass of his pontificate, held in St. Peter’s Square on May 18, 2025. He stands in front of a Flemish tapestry depicting the dialogue between Jesus and Peter after the miraculous catch of fish.

A papacy begins: Pope Leo XIV calls for united Church at inaugural Mass

May 18, 2025

By Hannah Brockhaus

Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pontiff, began his papacy with a richly-symbolic inaugural Mass, celebrated at the Vatican before... Read more

Vice President JD Vance shares a moment of laughter with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state, during their meeting at the Vatican on Holy Saturday, April 19, 2025.

World leaders, delegates set to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass

May 17, 2025

By Kristina Millare

Here is a list of the leaders and representatives who will be present in St. Peter’s Square for the 10... Read more

Young students cheer during an assembly at Bishop O’Connell High School in Arlington, Virginia, Saturday, May 10, 2025.

Students react to Pope Leo XIV: ‘I hope more people will become Catholic’

May 17, 2025

By Kate Quiñones

Students shared memories of the day with Roselle Reyes, news correspondent for “EWTN News In Depth.” Read more

Pope Leo XIV waves at a massive, jubilant crowd gathered on St. Peter’s Square for the Regina Caeli on Sunday, May 11, 2025.

Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music launches ‘Let’s Sing with the Pope’ video series

May 17, 2025

By Daniel Payne

The Pontifical Institute of Sacred Music said this week it is launching its “Let’s Sing with the Pope” initiative. Read more

A view of the baldacchino underneath the central dome of St. Peter’s Basilica.

What to watch for: Key moments taking place in Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass

May 17, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

Sunday’s Mass for the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate will mark the official beginning of his ministry as successor... Read more

Pope Leo XIV speaks to cardinals in Rome on May 10, 2025.

An Augustinian pope: Upholding Africa’s legacy and embracing Eastern Christianity

May 17, 2025

By Souhail Lawand

Eastern Christian communities erupted in celebration at the election of the new pontiff on May 8, but many wondered about... Read more

Pope Leo XIV smiles as a jubilant crowd joins in prayer on Sunday, May 11, 2025.

The meaning of Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration Mass and taking possession of St. John Lateran

May 17, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

The Mass for the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate will mark the official beginning of his ministry as successor... Read more

Alessandro Tamburlani is the president and founder of the gym where Cardinal Robert Prevost worked out before becoming pope.

An athletic pope: Pope Leo XIV worked out regularly at this gym

May 16, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

The Omega Fitness Club is suddenly the most famous gym in Rome. Read more

Photograph of Pope Leo XIV released by the Vatican.

Here’s where you can download the official photo of Pope Leo XIV for free

May 16, 2025

By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú

The Holy See press office released a new photograph of Pope Leo XIV on Friday, available for free download. Read more

Pope Leo XIV addresses more than 100 ambassadors in an audience on Friday, May 16, 2025, in the Clementine Hall at the Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV to diplomats: Peace and justice can be achieved by investing in the family

May 16, 2025

By Kristina Millare

Pope Leo XIV told the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See on Friday that peaceful and just societies can... Read more