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Pope Leo XIV taps Monsignor Renzo Pegoraro for presidency of Pontifical Academy for Life
Pope Leo XIV has appointed as head of the Vatican’s bioethics think tank Monsignor Renzo Pegoraro, the longtime deputy of... Read more
Eastern icons at Notre-Dame in Paris: A step toward greater unity?
On the World Day of Eastern Christians, a liturgy was celebrated at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris on Sunday, May 25,... Read more
Season 2 of EWTN’s hit series ‘James the Less’ to be released June 9
The second season of the award-winning online EWTN series “James the Less” will be released on Monday, June 9. Read more
Catholics, Buddhists gather in Cambodia for interreligious meeting focused on peace
The Vatican began its eighth Buddhist-Christian Colloquium on Tuesday in Cambodia, bringing together representatives of both religions to discuss the... Read more
Catholic Relief Services urges Israel to let its humanitarian aid teams into Gaza
Catholic Relief Services is calling on Israel to resume allowing its humanitarian aid teams access to the Palestinian Gaza Strip... Read more
Pope Leo XIV approves first decrees recognizing 3 new venerables
Leo XIV has authorized the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints to promulgate the decrees recognizing three new venerables, including... Read more
Ghana bishops urge action against illegal mining and environmental destruction
The president of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has called on the government in Ghana to take strong measures against... Read more
At UN, Holy See demands action to safeguard civilians in global conflicts
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia addressed the U.N. Security Council last week, underscoring the Holy See’s concern for civilians impacted by armed... Read more
Vatican refreshes official website for first time in nearly 30 years
A banner image of a waving Pope Leo XIV against a simple light blue background can now be found spread... Read more
Augustinian nuns of Lecceto reflect on life of prayer and friendship with Pope Leo XIV
Sister Sara Maria of the Augustinian nuns of Lecceto speaks about the activities of the monastery in the province of... Read more
In the Philippines, empty chapels spark call for Eucharistic renewal
As the National Eucharistic Revival comes to an end in the U.S. this year, many believe there is a need... Read more
Pope Leo XIV’s Peruvian goddaughter shares testimony
“He always told us that faith isn’t just about going to Mass, but about living with charity, loving one’s neighbor,... Read more
Casamari Abbey: Cistercian art, ancient remedies, and praying monks
The monastery of Casamari in Italy was built in the 11th century on the foundations of a temple dedicated to... Read more
6 easy activities to help children understand Memorial Day
As Americans remember those who have given their lives in defense of their country, here are some ideas to help... Read more
Pope Leo XIV prays before the icon of Mary, ‘Health of the Roman People,’ in St. Mary Major
Pope Leo XIV prayed at the Basilica of St. Mary Major following the Mass where he took possession of the... Read more
Pope Leo XIV delivers first homily as bishop of Rome at Basilica of St. John Lateran
Pope Leo XIV delivered his first homily as Bishop of Rome at the Basilica of St. John Lateran, where he... Read more
Leo XIV tells mayor of Rome: ‘Today I can say that through you and with you, I am Roman’
Pope Leo XIV addressed Rome’s mayor minutes before making his way to the Basilica of St. John Lateran to take... Read more
Pope Leo XIV at the Regina Caeli: ‘I ask you to sustain me with your prayer and closeness’
In his first Regina Caeli from the window of the Apostolic Palace, Pope Leo XIV thanked the faithful for their... Read more
French bishops lead prayer vigil at Notre-Dame amid euthanasia debate
Organized by the bishops of the Île-de-France region, the vigil has taken place annually since 2009. Read more
Outgoing Vancouver archbishop offers a parting call to hope
Archbishop J. Michael Miller sat down for a series of interviews offering encouragement, reflection, and insight as he prepares to... Read more
