Meeting with altar servers from France, Pope Leo XIV laments the country’s lack of priests and upholds the ministry of young people at the altar, saying the dignity of their service helps lead people into the sacred greatness of the Mystery.| Catholic Outlook
Leo’s decision to speak English to deliver this message reveals that he wanted it to reach the United States. The post Pope Leo’s response to the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting: 3 takeaways appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
The message I received from Pope Leo, loud and clear, was that he wanted to continue with the same approach that Pope Francis had advanced, which was one of openness and welcome. The post Father James Martin: Pope Leo wants to continue Francis’ approach to LGBTQ Catholics appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
As I argued in the first part of this essay, the Catholic Church has much to contribute to the revitalization of right reason and the moral foundations of democracy in a Western world that has increasingly lost sight of its civilizational soul. But as Paul Seaton has compellingly argued in a recent article at The... Read more about: Christianity and the West, Part II The post Christianity and the West, Part II appeared first on The American Mind.| The American Mind
Pope Leo XIV receives Diane Foley alongside writer Colum McCann, with whom she co-authored a book recounting the events surrounding her son’s death and the profound human and spiritual journey she undertook—a painful path of love and a desire to understand, which even led her to meet one of her son’s killers.| Catholic Outlook
Pope Leo meets Catholic legislators and urges them to build a world rooted in justice, conscience, and love of God.| Catholic Outlook
Participating in the ecumenical Season of Creation, Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for the month of September is “for our relationship with all of creation.” The post Pope Leo’s prayer for September: Respecting and protecting God’s creation appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
If Leo XIV continues to marshal the world’s Catholics against AI’s alienating potential, Time said, “Silicon Valley faces a formidable—and unexpected—spiritual counterweight.” The post Pope Leo named one of top 100 A.I. influencers by Time magazine appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Today’s statement from Jason Pearlman, the spokesperson for the Israeli president, said Mr. Herzog is coming “for a one day visit to the Vatican at the invitation of the Pope.” The post Israeli president Herzog to visit Pope Leo at Vatican appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Address on the occasion of the Angelus prayer on Sunday, August 31, 2025 The post Sitting down at the table together: the culture of gestures that bring people closer, as reflected upon by Pope Leo XIV appeared first on ZENIT - English.| ZENIT – English
Pope's Address to the Members of the Saint Andrew Schools of Evangelization The post Pope Leo XIV on the Mission of Evangelizers in the Church and the World Today appeared first on ZENIT - English.| ZENIT – English
Pope's address to a delegation of political personalities of France The post Pope Leo XIV’s Advice for Political Life: The Speech Every Catholic Politician Should Read appeared first on ZENIT - English.| ZENIT – English
By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Stories about “the first 100 days” are standard fare at the beginning of a U.S. president’s four-year term. But a pope is elected for life and without having promised voters anything or having presented a platform. Pope Leo XIV was elected May 8, making Aug. 16 the 100th day... The post Pope leaning into new role in first 100 days appeared first on The Southern Cross.| The Southern Cross
By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics to observe Friday, 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 his general audience Aug. 20, the pope noted that the church will celebrate the feast of... The post Pope sets Aug. 22 as day to pray, fast for peace appeared first on The Southern Cross.| The Southern Cross
By Cindy Wooden VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV paid a private visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace of Mentorella, high in the Monti Prenestini mountain range of central Italy. On his last full day in Castel Gandolfo, Aug. 19, the pope made the hour journey northeast to pray in the shrine church...| The Southern Cross
The Rev. James Martin, a New York-based Jesuit author and editor, said Leo told him he intended to continue Pope Francis’ policy of LGBTQ+ acceptance.|
“He made clear that he wants everyone to feel welcome,” Father James Martin, S.J., said after his private audience with Pope Leo. The post Pope Leo meets with Father James Martin, seen as a sign of support for ministry with L.G.B.T.Q. Catholics appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Pope Leo XIV confirmed the election of heretical Fr. Beat Grögli as bishop St. Gallen. Grögli said that ‘the women's priesthood will come,’ among other heterodox statements.| LifeSite
Speaking in English, Pope Leo XIV asked people “to plead with God to stop the pandemic of arms, large and small, which infects our world” as he prayed for “the victims of the tragic shooting during a school Mass” in Minnesota last week.| America Magazine
"So much of who I am I owe to the spirit and the teachings of St. Augustine," Pope Leo XIV told his Augustinian confreres and their benefactors who were celebrating the saint's feast day in Philadelphia. The post Pope Leo talks about what St. Augustine has given him in new video message appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
In the midst of the loss—of life, of innocence and likely of a church, if not a school—some are looking to Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S.-born pope, for leadership in response to the overwhelmingly American problem of school shootings. The post After the Catholic school shooting, will Pope Leo weigh in on America’s divisive gun debate? appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
I can't will myself into a spiritual experience, into a sense of solidarity or meaning or nobility or deep and somber union with God and man. I can will myself into doing regular daily things and recording them and seeing what comes of it all. The post Fasting for peace in Gaza: What Pope Leo’s call really means appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
The pope called for “humanitarian law to be fully respected—especially the obligation to protect civilians and the prohibitions against collective punishment, the indiscriminate use of force, and the forced displacement of populations.” The post Pope Leo warns against the ‘forced displacement of populations’ in Gaza appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
The Vatican announced the theme of Pope Leo’s 2026 World Peace Day message will be: “Peace be with you all: Towards an ‘unarmed and disarming’ peace.” The post Pope Leo’s first World Peace Day message draws from his first public greeting appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
“I speak to your young, enthusiastic and generous consciences,” the pope said, “and I will tell you something you must hear, even if it may trouble you a bit: the lack of priests in France, and in the world, is a great misfortune!” The post Pope Leo encouraged vocations to the priesthood in meeting with French altar servers appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Pope Leo XIV marked the 34th anniversary of Ukraine’s independence day—Aug. 24—by sending a message to the country’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, and by telling pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square that he joined Ukrainians in asking the Lord “to grant peace to their martyred country.” Ukraine gained its independence from the former Soviet Union on Aug. […] The post Pope Leo sends letter to Zelensky and prays for peace on Ukraine’s independence day appeared first on America Maga...| America Magazine
By getting out of Rome for vacation at Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo sets a good example, especially for us Americans. The post Be like Pope Leo: Take all your vacation days—without guilt appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
The Mediterranean nation of around 6 million, including more than 1 million Syrian and Palestinian refugees, has the largest percentage of Christians in the Middle East and is the only Arab country with a Christian head of state. The post Pope Leo’s first international trip could be to Lebanon, cardinal says appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
The pope issued his appeal at the end of his public audience in the Vatican on Wednesday, as efforts are underway to bring a ceasefire in Gaza and broker a peace accord between Ukraine and Russia. The post Pope Leo sets Friday as day of prayer and fasting for peace in Ukraine and the Holy Land appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
“I ask all the faithful to spend Aug. 22 in fasting and prayer, asking the Lord to grant us peace and justice and to dry the tears of those who suffer because of the armed conflicts underway.” The post Pope Leo calls on faithful to pray and fast for peace in Holy Land and Ukraine this Friday appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Just over 100 days after the election of Pope Leo, it remains difficult to determine his governing priorities. Yet some early impressions of his personal style are beginning to emerge, along with a few central themes that are likely to shape his pontificate and its approach to evangelization. The post How will Pope Leo lead the church? Clues from his first 100 days appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Pope Leo XIV turns 70 on Sept. 14 and some of his closest friends in the Chicago-area will mark the day with him in mind, quietly. The post Pope Leo’s brother and friends will mark his 70th birthday with prayer—and pizza appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Efforts to serve, defend and build up the Catholic community in the Amazon region must be centered on the proclamation of the Gospel, Pope Leo XIV said. The post Pope Leo to Amazon bishops: Proclaim the Gospel, fight injustice, defend nature appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Pope Leo XIV spent the last Sunday of his summer vacation with several dozen refugees, homeless and poor people and the church volunteers who help them. The post Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass for local homeless people, invites them to lunch at summer villa appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
One Jesuit's encounter with a cop, a cat and several fellow Catholics in search of a connection to the first American pontiff. The post A pilgrimage to Pope Leo’s childhood home appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
“Brothers and sisters, when in this life we “choose life,” we are right to see in Mary, assumed into heaven, our own destiny.” The post Full text: Pope Leo’s homily for the feast of the Assumption appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
Can Pope Leo visit Gaza? Calls for him to do so have mounted in recent weeks, most notably with an Aug. 12 Instagram post from Madonna. But it’s not that easy. The post Could Pope Leo go to Gaza? Probably not. appeared first on America Magazine.| America Magazine
"The way Jesus exercised his freedom in the face of death teaches us not to fear suffering, but to persevere in confident trust in God's providential care." The post Hope is knowing that God is near and that love will win, pope says first appeared on Angelus News.| Angelus News
(OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV joined his brother bishops and fellow Americans in the U.S. in expressing condolences following a deadly mass shooting that took place Aug. 27 at… The post Pope Leo joins US bishops in mourning victims of Catholic school shooting first appeared on OSV News.| OSV News
St. Augustine, a fifth-century bishop, continues to serve as a philosophical and theological heavyweight in Catholic thought. The post 10 times Pope Leo has included a St. Augustine quote in his public addresses first appeared on OSV News.| OSV News
The pope's condolences went particularly to "the families now grieving the loss of a child." The post Pope sends his condolences after ‘terrible tragedy’ of school shooting first appeared on OSV News.| OSV News
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV appealed to Israel and Hamas to stop the violence that has caused “so much terror, destruction and death.” “I plead for all hostages… The post Pope pleads with Israel and Hamas to end the violence first appeared on OSV News.| OSV News
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- When Jesus described the path to salvation as a "narrow gate," he was not placing limits on God's mercy but was challenging people who were convinced they had done enough to be saved, Pope Leo XIV said. "The Lord does not want worship detached from life. He is not pleased with sacrifices and prayers, unless they lead to greater love for others and justice for our brothers and sisters," the pope told visitors gathered in St. Peter's Square Aug. 24 for the recitation of th...| The Catholic Sun
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Even as Christians continue the dialogue aimed at restoring their unity, they are called to work together to bring peace and reconciliation to a deeply divided world, Pope Leo XIV said. "We believe that the unity Christ wills for his Church must be visible, and that such unity grows through theological dialogue, common worship where possible and shared witness in the face of humanity's suffering," the pope wrote in a message to church leaders meeting in Stockholm. The po...| The Catholic Sun
The intense focus on the dailly minutia of the Holy Father can veer into unhealthy voyeurism.| Crisis Magazine
Address on the occasion of the Angelus Prayer on Sunday, August 24| ZENIT - English
From the commentary, " In fact, the whole world is suffering from a series of climate-related disasters in this mean season, from continent-spanning wildfires in Canada and deadly floods in Texas to crushing heat waves in Japan."| West Central Tribune
If realized, the visit would mark the first by Leo XIV to a country where Christians, though diminished in numbers, continue to play a decisive role in the political and cultural landscape of the Middle East| ZENIT - English
This October, The Catholic University of America Press will publish The Office and Authority of the Local Prior in the Order of Saint Augustine by Robert F. Prevost, OSA, today known as Pope Leo XIV. The future Pope Leo wrote this work for his doctorate in church law at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas in Rome (the Angelicum), where it was published in a very limited run in 1987. Now CUA Press is making a beautiful new edition for those who want to "take and read" the future pope's ...| Catholic University of America Press
Pope Leo XIV, speaking to reporters before returning to the Vatican from his summer residence at Castel Gandolfo, addressed the ongoing negotiations over the war in Ukraine. “There is hope, but much work still needs to be done,” the pontiff said, noting that he is in constant contact with some of the leaders directly involved […]| Orthodox Times (en)
By Cindy Wooden, CNS – Spending the day with the poor, Pope Leo XIV prayed that Catholics would make sure... The post Pope: Burn with Fire of God’s Love appeared first on The Southern Cross.| The Southern Cross
Pope Leo XIV appears to have warned the Ecclesial Conference of the Amazon that the glory days they may have dreamt of under Pope Francis are no more.| LifeSite
Pope Leo XIV has approved a sweeping update to labor policies for employees of the Vatican City State| ZENIT - English
The conclave has chosen an anti-Trump, pro-Synod American – Robert Prevost, now known as Leo XIV – to succeed Francis.| LifeSite
Pope Leo XIV was elected May 8, making Aug. 16 the 100th day since he stepped out on to the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica as the new pope.| Angelus News - Multimedia Catholic News
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Stories about "the first 100 days" are standard fare at the beginning of a U.S. president's four-year term; the articles usually focus on how much the new president was able to accomplish and how quickly. But a pope is elected for life and without having promised voters anything or having presented a platform. Pope Leo XIV was elected May 8, making Aug. 16 the 100th day since he stepped out on to the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica as the new pope. He will celebrate his ...| The Catholic Sun
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- While enjoying a summer break from school or work, Catholics should not neglect "the Lord's invitation to prepare our hearts by actively participating in the Eucharistic sacrifice and by doing generous acts of charity," Pope Leo XIV said. Speaking in English at his weekly general audience Aug. 6, the pope summarized his main talk, which focused on how Christ prepared to sacrifice himself out of love for humanity and how Christians, in response, must prepare space in thei...| The Catholic Sun
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- In a message of solidarity and peace, Pope Leo XIV said the Catholic Church stands with young people suffering in war-torn areas, including Gaza and Ukraine. Before praying the Angelus with more than 1 million young people attending the closing Mass of the Jubilee of Youth Aug. 3, the pope said the church was "closer than ever to young people who suffer the most serious evils, which are caused by other human beings."| The Catholic Sun
ROME (CNS) -- Volunteers watching over the relics of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati gently placed items from the faithful on top of his casket to make a third-class relic for the visitors to the Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva, near Rome's Pantheon, one afternoon during the Jubilee of Youth.About 16 small dark burgundy pillows lined the marble steps before the simple wooden casket marked by a cross, four red wax seals and one of the blessed's favorite sayings, "Verso l'alto," ("To the to...| The Catholic Sun
What will Pope Leo XIV say about Trump’s draconian “One Big Beautiful Bill”?| The Globalist
By Katherine Marshall, IF20 Vice President – – – Relationships between governments and religious communities take diverse forms in different countries, ranging from virtual theocracies to those that are purposefully secular. A common feature nonetheless has been a focus on executive branches of governments. Thus an ambitious meeting on interfaith…| Viewpoints
Pope Leo XIV, formerly cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, was elected as pope on May 8. A Chicago native, Leo is the first U.S. citizen to become pope — although he also holds Peruvian citizenship, having spent 20 years in the South American country. Leo’s name was called from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica nearly... The post Leo XIV Calls for Peace appeared first on The Observer.| The Observer
A local historian went to Rome for the first time during the conclave. But he wasn’t expecting ‘that’ kind of history.| Angelus News - Multimedia Catholic News
Pope Francis helped evolve the Church's approach to LGBTQ+ people. Now, all eyes are on whether Leo will continue what Francis started.| Sojourners
By Justin McLellan VATICAN CITY — When hope seems long gone, Christians can turn to Jesus to overcome being resigned to despair and regain the desire to be healed, Pope Leo XIV said. “Sometimes we feel blocked, stuck in a dead end, and it seems pointless to hope,” the pope told thousands of pilgrims gathered...| The Southern Cross
The last four popes of the Catholic Church — John Paul II, Benedict XVI, Francis, and our new pope, Leo XIV —| CBCPNews
Father Lucho Palomino, who studied under Pope Leo in Peru, is making his first trip to the Vatican.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Scientific discovery and knowledge are meant to benefit all of humanity, Pope Leo XIV told young astronomers."Be generous in sharing what you learn and what you experience, as best you can and however you can," he told them during an audience at the Vatican June 16.The pope spoke to dozens of young astronomy students and scholars who were taking part in a monthlong summer school sponsored by the Vatican Observatory and held at the observatory's headquarters in Castel Gan...| The Catholic Sun
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- As conflict in the Middle East escalated with Israeli airstrikes on nuclear sites in Iran and retaliatory drone attacks on Israel, Pope Leo XIV appealed for restraint and renewed the church's calls for nuclear disarmament and peaceful dialogue.Speaking to pilgrims at the end of a special Jubilee audience June 14, the pope expressed deep concern over the "seriously deteriorating" situation in the Middle East, warning of the consequences of further escalation. "I want to s...| The Catholic Sun
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- In a world marked by wars and where people are disconnected and numb with indifference, Pope Leo XIV prayed that the Holy Spirit would "open borders, break down walls" and dissolve hatred so everyone can live as children of one human family."The Spirit breaks down barriers and tears down the walls of indifference and hatred" because he teaches and encourages "the commandment of love that the Lord has made the center and summit of everything," he said.| The Catholic Sun
Leo XIV's sermon on Pentecost Sunday took its keynote from Benedict XVI. On Pentecost, 2005, Benedict proclaimed: "The Spirit opens borders... She [the Church]| Maureen Mullarkey: Studio Matters
Homily of Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of the Jubilee of Sportsmen and Sportswomen on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity| ZENIT - English
Can Pope Leo be a counterbalance to Donald Trump's anti-LGBTQ+ policies?| New Ways Ministry
Pope Francis "helped to make the church more of a place where LGBTQ Catholics, and their families and friends, feel welcomed and valued.”| New Ways Ministry
Coptic Patriarch Tawadros II made a phone call on the evening of Friday, June 6, to Pope Leo XIV to congratulate him on his new role and election as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church. During the call, both leaders affirmed the continued relationship of love and the annual…| Orthodox Times (en)
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Leo XIV will formally begin his ministry as bishop of Rome with a liturgy steeped in tradition and rich in symbolism May 18.The "Mass for the Inauguration of the Petrine Ministry," to be held in St. Peter's Square, will mark the visible and public start of his pontificate while grounding it in the Catholic Church's apostolic continuity.Although the pope's canonical authority began the moment he accepted his election in the Sistine Chapel May 8, the installation Mass...| The Catholic Sun
Show me what community looks like! This is what community looks like! Show me what community looks like! This is what community looks like! Who are we? USD! Who are we? USD! What’s outrageous? Faculty wages! What’s outrageous? Faculty wages! President Harris, you can’t hide. Even the pope is on our side! President Harris, you […]| Catholic Moral Theology
Windy City native sees town abuzz as new favorite son begins papacy By Deacon Patrick Murphy-Racey My heart is full as well as my belly as I find myself in my boyhood home trying to imagine how Pop…| East Tennessee Catholic
‘The Catholic Church in America is having a moment’ By Gabrielle Nolan Catholics around the world rejoiced and celebrated when white smoke poured out of the Sistine Chapel’s chimney on May 8, signi…| East Tennessee Catholic
For the first time in history, an American has been elected to lead the Roman Catholic Church. Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, was named the 267th pope on May 8, 2025 — and his election is already stirring inspiration among a new generation of Catholics, including students at Southern Connecticut State University. Sydney […]| News at Southern
Today, we can say with certainty the church is in God’s hands. The election of Leo XIV reminds us of this with candor and gentleness at the same time. It seems like a gift from the Lord, who does not make us lack what we need.| ZENIT - English
