Pope Leo begins first-ever papal visit to Algeria
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Algeria on the morning of April 13, becoming the first pope to make an apostolic journey to the North African nation, the first stop of … Learn More
Category: Pope Leo XIV
Pope, pressing for peace, to hold prayer vigil on April 11
On April 8, Pope Leo XIV welcomed the newly announced ceasefire in the Middle East on as “a sign of genuine hope” after what he described as “hours of extreme … Learn More
Pope at Easter: Jesus showed nonviolence is true power over evil
Appealing to those in power to end all conflicts through dialogue and not domination, Pope Leo XIV urged humanity to stop growing accustomed to wars and violence and announced a … Learn More
Pope carries cross, leads thousands in Good Friday prayer for ‘suffering world’
Inside the ancient arena of the Roman Empire that crucified Christ, Pope Leo XIV carried the cross through the darkness of night on Good Friday at Rome’s Colosseum, leading about … Learn More
All Catholics share in Church’s mission, not just clergy, pope says
Laypeople are not passive members but active participants in the Church’s mission, called to live and spread the Gospel in everyday life, Pope Leo XIV said. Continuing his series on … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin offers Seton Hall an inspiring look at two popes
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, recently offered a personal and inspiring perspective on both Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV. Titled “Pope Leo and the Legacy of … Learn More
Life must be protected, pope says on Feast of the Annunciation
The sanctity of life, from conception to its natural end, must be defended, especially now, in a world marked by “the madness of war,” Pope Leo XIV said on the … Learn More
Pope calls bishops to Rome to discuss marriage and family in October
Pope Leo XIV announced March 19 that he is asking the presidents of all bishops’ conferences around the world to convene in Rome in October to renew and deepen the … Learn More
God’s name can never be used to justify ‘absurd’ pursuit of war, pope says
Believing problems and differences can be resolved with war is absurd, Pope Leo XIV said, chastising those who use God’s name in their dark and deadly pursuits. “God cannot be enlisted by darkness,” … Learn More
Jesus is always close by, Pope Leo tells young people
Every Catholic parish needs to show that Jesus, who promises a just, true and full life, is always near, Pope Leo XIV said. “I encourage you to ensure that parish activities are … Learn More
