Villanova athletes are celebrating Pope Leo XIV — a proud Villanova alum and lifelong sports fan — whose love for his alma mater’s teams and deep faith make him a relatable and inspiring figure for students.
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Pope, Romanian Bishops, Jewish Officials Pay Tribute to Martyred Bishop
Pope Leo XIV, Romanian bishops, and Jewish leaders honored Blessed Iuliu Hossu in the Sistine Chapel for his resistance to communism and his life-saving efforts to protect Jews during the Holocaust.
Boston Bishop Holds Unique, Ancient Connection With the New Holy Father
Soon after the 266th successor of St. Peter was announced, Auxiliary Bishop Robert Reed of Boston was reminded by a local priest of a unique connection he shares with the new Holy Father. He is the titular bishop of the Titular Diocese of Sufar, a role previously held by one Bishop Robert Francis Prevost, who the world now knows as Pope Leo XIV.
NJ Catholic Educator Recalls ‘Special Moment’ With Pope at Youth Retreat
When Brendan Towell approached the prior general of the Augustinian order at a youth event in 2010, he had no idea the man he was speaking with would one day become the leader of the Catholic Church.
Pope Leo XIV Celebrates First Mass at the Basilica of St. John Lateran
Celebrating his first Mass in Rome’s diocesan cathedral, Pope Leo XIV said communion is built primarily “on our knees,” through prayer and a constant commitment to conversion.
Pope Leo XIV Prays for China, Marks Laudato Si’ Anniversary, and Appoints New Vatican Positions
Pope Leo XIV called attention to two important events that fell on May 24: the day of prayer for Catholics in China and the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ encyclical on the environment.
Flour Power: Queens Baker Makes New Batch of Papal Delights
When the papal conclave elected a new pope on May 8, Maria Notaro of La Guli Pastry Shop in Astoria was all in on creating a new batch of pope-themed cookies.
God’s Love Is Generous, Not Calculating, Pope Says at First Audience
The Gospel parable of the “wasteful sower” who casts seeds on fertile soil as well as on a rocky path “is an image of the way God loves us,” Pope Leo XIV told visitors and pilgrims at his first weekly general audience.
Diocese of Brooklyn Gathers To Celebrate Start of ‘New Era’ Under Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate has just barely begun, but he has already had an impact on Melanie Robinson’s life.
Chicago Archdiocese, White Sox Team up To Celebrate Pope Leo and His ‘Message of Peace’
The Archdiocese of Chicago has teamed up with the Chicago White Sox baseball team, scheduling a Mass and a special program June 14 to celebrate the election and inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, a native son of the Windy City.