ROME (CNS) -- Twelve years after ending two terms as prior general of the Augustinian order, Pope Leo XIV encouraged his confreres in the order to pray to the Holy Spirit for the gifts of listening, being humble and promoting unity. Presiding at a Mass of the Holy Spirit Sept. 1 to open the order's general chapter meeting, the pope had a prepared homily in Italian but chose to speak first in English." For those of you who understand English but don't understand Italian," he said, "pray for a ...| The Catholic Sun
VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- 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."In his monthly video, distributed Sept. 2 by the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network, Pope Leo prays to God: "Help us to discover your presence in all creation, so that, in fully recognizing it, we may feel and know ourselves to be responsible for this common home where you invite us to care for, respect and protect lif...| The Catholic Sun
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) -- 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
Marshall quickly deleted pre-conclave episode critical of Leo XIV... Taylor Marshall's About-Face on Robert Prevost: From Worst-Choice Candidate to Hope for the Church? Imagine you're a 'trusted Catholic influencer' with a huge following and you publish a video about who in your opinion would be among the worst possible candidates for Pope. For Dr. Taylor…| Novus Ordo Watch
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
Allegations of cover-up and inaction... but are they true? Leo XIV and the Sexual Abuse Crisis: How Did Robert Prevost Deal With Misconduct Cases? Then-'Cardinal' Robert F. Prevost prays the Rosary for Francis in St. Peter's Square (Mar. 3, 2025) Since his election as 'Pope Leo XIV', there has naturally been a flood of information…| Novus Ordo Watch
Includes critical look at Taylor Marshall... Podcast: Dangerous Excitement over 'Pope' Leo XIV (TRADCAST EXPRESS 209) Our latest podcast episode, TRADCAST EXPRESS 209, has been published. It concerns the dangerous wave of excitement over 'Pope Leo XIV' (Robert F. Prevost) that has been seen in the last ten days among recognize-and-resist traditionalists. In this podcast…| Novus Ordo Watch
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
Celebrity worship creates mirages. Media attention to the coronation of Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV is not all that it seems. The 24-7 news feed degr| Maureen Mullarkey: Studio Matters
Building bridges after Francis The papers speak of a centrist Pope. The Italian newspaper La Repubblica called him “cosmopolitan,” highlighting his pastoral experience across Latin Amer…| Global Network of Rainbow Catholics
HABENT PAPAM - They have a Pope (or so they think)... 'Pope Leo XIV' American Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost is New Head of Vatican II Church Born in Chicago, Illinois, on Sep. 14, 1955, his most recent role was prefect of the Dicastery for Bishops. Prevost's ecclesiastical milestones can be found here. The following two…| Novus Ordo Watch