1+ day, 6+ hour ago   (543+ words) Forgiveness is essential; without it, we cannot live in peace. Only forgiveness sets us free and restores the light, the Pope said this Sunday. After reciting the Angelus, Leo XIV renewed his prayers for those who died and were injured…...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (848+ words) This Thursday morning, during an audience with about 200 new bishops, the Pope emphasized that “the bishop is a servant, called to serve the faith of the people,” and that he must rediscover the passion and courage needed to proclaim the…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (1547+ words) France is preparing to welcome the pontiff for a four-day visit with five stops, including Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes, and Metz. Leo XIV is following in the footsteps of Benedict XVI, the last pope to set foot on French soil in…...

6+ day, 9+ hour ago   (636+ words) To the seminarians who are undergoing years of study and discipline as part of their formation for the priesthood, Leo XIV has reminded them that the key to their preparation for the priestly ministry is to focus on “their relationship…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (165+ words) On Monday, August 24, the feast day of St. Bartholomew the Apostle, the Diocese of Beijing was delighted to welcome a new group of deacons. Felipe Wang, in addition to his calling to the priesthood, is a musician and organist. Visibly…...

3+ week, 11+ hour ago   (703+ words) Jesus calls us to a personal response, to get to know him intimately, and to allow ourselves to be transformed by our friendship with him in an ever-new encounter, Pope Leo XIV said during this Sunday’s Angelus. “Sunday’s Gospel (Mt…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (650+ words) At Wednesday’s audience, Pope Leo XIV stated that the musical tradition of the universal Church is a treasure of inestimable value. He emphasized that music is an integral part of the liturgical celebration—not merely an adornment—and that singing…...