After more than a decade without its most famous vacationer, the quiet town of Castel Gandolfo once again counts the pope among its summer residents.
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Political Leaders Must Fix Wealth Gap, Promote Religious Freedom, Pope Says
Pope Leo XIV called on political leaders to address global inequality, promote the common good, and uphold human dignity.
Queens Cyclist Completes 700-Mile Pilgrimage With Blessing From Pope Leo XIV
Victor Mooney, a Catholic inspired by Pope Francis’ five-day pilgrimage to Poland, returned home June 16 after completing a nearly 700-mile cycling journey to raise awareness about antisemitism.
Pope Urges Peace, Warns Against Escalation in Middle East Conflict
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.
Chicagoans Celebrate One of Their Own With Mass, Festivities Honoring Pope Leo XIV
Chicago Cardinal Blase J. Cupich concelebrated a special Mass for the election of a first-ever Chicago-born pope. Trinity Sunday’s vigil Mass June 14 was at Rate Field, the home park of the Chicago White Sox, Pope Leo XIV’s favorite baseball team.
Pope Sets Sept. 7 for Joint Canonization of Blesseds Acutis and Frassati
Pope Leo XIV will canonize Blesseds Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati together Sept. 7, the Vatican announced.
Pope’s Brother Says Even As a Baby, Future Pontiff Had a Spiritual ‘Air’ About Him
Pope Leo XIV’s eldest brother, Louis Prevost, said, in hindsight, something his brothers teased the young Robert F. Prevost about was a clear indication of just how “blessed” he was, even from babyhood.
God’s Love Breaks Down Walls, Opens Borders, Dispels Hatred, Pope Says During Pentecost Mass
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.
Villanova Athletes Inspired That Pope Keeps Tabs On How His Alma Mater’s Teams Fare
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.
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.