Pope Leo XIV began his four-day trip to France by urging French leaders not to forget their duty to protect every human life.
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Lourdes Fully Covers Rupnik Mosaics Ahead of Pope Leo Visit, Citing Care for Abuse Survivors
Prior to Pope Leo XIV’s arrival to Lourdes Sept. 26, the sanctuary covered the mosaics of Father Marko Rupnik, the spokesman of the sanctuary confirmed to OSV News, sharing pictures of the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary with mosaics entirely covered.
Pope Leo Tells Special Olympics Athletes They ‘Remind Everyone of the True Values of Life’
Addressing a delegation from the Special Olympics, Pope Leo XIV recalled his own great fondness of sports and invited them to live holy lives following the example of St. Pier Giorgio Frassati, “who, in love with Jesus, knew how to translate values of sport into a holy life.”
Pope Leo XIV Names Bishop Brendan Cahill to Lead Joliet, Succeeding Archbishop Ronald Hicks
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Brendan J. Cahill as the new bishop of Joliet, Illinois, succeeding now-New York Archbishop Ronald Hicks.
Pope Leo Commemorates 9/11, Praying for All Who ‘Bear Wounds of That Tragic Day’
Pope Leo XIV commemorated the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, in his Sunday Angelus address, praying for “those who continue to bear the wounds of that tragic day.”
Pope Leo XIV Speaks With Colombian President After Devastating Earthquake
Pope Leo XIV spoke by telephone with Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella on Sept. 2, assuring his prayers and solidarity with those affected by the earthquake that struck the country earlier this month.
Pope Leo Appoints US-Based Leaders to Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development
Pope Leo XIV has appointed three U.S.-based consultors, all with ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana, to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development
Pope Leo XIV & America’s Pastime
More than a year into Pope Leo’s papacy, it’s impossible not to notice the connection between the first American pope and America’s Pastime, and the evangelizer it’s become.
Betting on Beauty: Artist Gambles That Former Atlantic City Convent Can Draw People to God
In Atlantic City, New Jersey, home to nine casinos, artist Jim Dessicino draws visitors to Cappella Studio, an art studio created in a 90-year-old building that formerly served as a convent.
True Beauty Found in Enduring Love, Which ‘Ennobles and Lifts Us Up,’ Pope Says on Feast of Assumption
Christians are called to reflect Mary’s authentic beauty, which is revealed through a life of enduring love rather than worldly aesthetic standards, Pope Leo XIV said.