Pope tells reporters dialogue is always the answer to tense situations
At the end of his first foreign trip as pope, a trip focused on dialogue, Pope Leo XIV said the examples of friendship and respect he had seen could be … Learn More
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Political leaders have duty before God to end war, pope says at peace meeting
The world is thirsting for peace and for an end to abuses of power and indifference to the rule of law, Pope Leo XIV said at an international gathering for … Learn More
World must recommit to peace, justice, truth, Vatican diplomat tells UN
As the world grapples with “mounting challenges,” the global community must “recommit to the foundational pillars” of peace, justice and truth, learning from history and building a more equitable future, … Learn More
Pope asks everyone to pray the rosary for peace throughout October
Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics to pray the rosary each day in October for peace. The pope made his request at the end of his weekly general audience Sept. 24 and the … Learn More
Pope sets Aug. 22 as day to pray, fast for peace in Ukraine, Holy Land
Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics to observe Aug. 22 as a day of prayer and fasting for peace and justice, particularly in Ukraine and in the Holy Land. At the end of … Learn More
Praying for peace, Pope encourages people to look to Mary with hope
Mary’s “yes” to God, to life and to love continues “in the martyrs of our time, in witnesses of faith and justice, of gentleness and peace,” Pope Leo XIV said … Learn More
Pope calls for nuclear disarmament, real commitment to peace
The scars still borne by survivors of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and still visible on the cities’ streets and buildings are a plea to pursue peace and … Learn More
‘Each new conflict’ in region ‘reopens old wounds,’ says Chaldean Catholic archbishop in Iraq
A Chaldean archbishop told OSV News June 23 that he has been unable to contact his fellow bishop in Iran, following recent strikes by the U.S. and Israel on various … Learn More
Pope preaches patience, even amid war, during Holy Week audience
VATICAN CITY — Contemplating Christ’s passion should inspire Christians to be more patient in the face of their own suffering and trials, Pope Francis said. “There is no better witness to … Learn More
Pope calls for global cease-fire; says humanity is on brink of abyss
VATICAN CITY — Today’s wars and conflicts have put humanity on the brink of the abyss, Pope Francis said, calling for a worldwide cease-fire. “I will never tire of reiterating … Learn More
