Pope Leo’s first Extraordinary Consistory: What to expect?
As the new year begins and the Jubilee Year comes to a close, Pope Leo XIV will hit the ground running with an extraordinary consistory taking place in Rome this week. The … Learn More
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Christians must resist allure of power, serve humanity, pope says at end of Holy Year
The powerful and violent cannot control, suppress, or commodify God’s grace, friendship, and will to usher in a new dawn, Pope Leo XIV said. “Around us, a distorted economy tries … Learn More
Pope calls for respect for Venezuelan sovereignty after U.S. capture of Maduro
Pope Leo XIV expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela and called for the country’s national sovereignty to be fully respected, one day after a U.S. operation ended with … Learn More
New year marks time to usher in era of peace, friendship among all people, pope says
The world is not saved by threatening violence or by judging, oppressing or getting rid of others, Pope Leo XIV said. “Rather, it is saved by tirelessly striving to understand, … Learn More
Vatican says close to 3 million people saw Pope Leo at the Vatican in 2025
Close to 3 million pilgrims and visitors attended audiences, liturgies or meetings at the Vatican with Pope Leo XIV from the time of his election in May through December, according … Learn More
As Holy Doors close, cardinals emphasize God’s arms are always open
The path to conversion, the door to God’s mercy and the call to live in Christian hope all continue beyond the Jubilee Year, said the three cardinals who closed the … Learn More
Pope thanks priests, encourages them to share responsibilities with laity
At a time when so much pressure and so many demands are placed on priests, they should find support, freedom and relief in recognizing the gifts of laypeople and collaborating … Learn More
Christian archaeology can serve evangelization, pope says in document
Christian archaeology seeks to see, hear, and touch the Word made flesh, Pope Leo XIV said, inviting the world’s bishops and others to encourage young people, lay people, and priests to study archaeology. … Learn More
God wants all people to be saved, pope says at Jubilee of Prisoners
Even in difficult situations and harsh places, like prisons, when people focus on caring for one another, respecting each other and offering forgiveness, “beautiful flowers spring forth from the ‘hard … Learn More
Live authentically with prayer, letting go of the unnecessary, pope says
The secret to living an authentic life is praying to understand what is truly beneficial according to God’s plan and letting go of the superfluous, Pope Leo XIV said. In … Learn More
