US cardinals voice concerns in 60 Minutes appearance
Three American cardinals voiced their concerns over the Iran war, mass deportations, and more in an interview that aired on April 12 on CBS’s 60 Minutes. In a joint interview … Learn More
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Cardinal Tobin: Peace through repentance and forgiveness of sins
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Peace be with you! When the risen Jesus appeared to his disciples, he bestowed on them the gift of his peace. He also … Learn More
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
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
In times of conflict, pray this prayer to St. Francis by Pope Leo
As tensions continue to escalate following the Feb. 28 U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, we share this prayer to St. Francis of Assisi — a timeless intercessor for peace — which Pope Leo XIV shared with … Learn More
Diplomacy must overtake violence in Iran, Middle East, pope says
Pope Leo XIV issued a fervent appeal for return of diplomacy in “these dramatic hours” in the Middle East and Iran, condemning use of weapons that cause “destruction, pain, and … Learn More
Pope renews ‘heartfelt appeal’ for ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his “heartfelt appeal” for an “immediate ceasefire” in Russia’s war against Ukraine and again urged dialogue “be strengthened to pave the way toward peace.” “Peace … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Peace, a gift of God’s unconditional love, is our responsibility
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Peace be with you. This powerful greeting, which our Redeemer used when he first appeared to the disciples after his resurrection, was the … Learn More
Pope appeals for end to antisemitism, prejudice, genocide
Pope Leo XIV called for an end to all antisemitism, prejudice, oppression and persecution worldwide. “I renew my appeal to the community of nations always to remain vigilant so that … Learn More
Cardinal Tobin: Let us not forget that peace is possible!
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, It has only been a month since Pope Leo XIV returned from his first Apostolic Journey to Türkiye and Lebanon. Alongside his brother Bartholomew, the … Learn More
