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Pope Leo XIV, with Eastern Orthodox, urges Christians to strengthen unity
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday called on Christians to remove prejudices and “disarm” their hearts in order to strengthen bonds of unity in Christ and advance the cause of Christian communion. The pope made the appeal while receiving priests and monks from the Oriental Orthodox Churches who are participating in a study visit to Rome … Read more
Haitian Catholics in U.S. relieved, yet wary, after judge temporarily halts end of protected status
A Haitian Catholic chaplain serving in the U.S. said he and fellow Haitian Catholics are welcoming a last-minute reprieve from threats of deportation — but its members are still weighing options as the Trump administration cracks down on immigration, while Haiti continues to spiral into chaos.
Pope Leo XIV laments lack of progress in protecting children
Pope Leo XIV on Thursday voiced deep concern at a “lack of progress in protecting children from danger” as he met with the organizing committee of the initiative “From Crisis to Care: Catholic Action for Children.” Addressing participants gathered to advance proposals stemming from last year’s International Summit on Children’s Rights, convened by Pope Francis, … Read more
Vatican to meet with SSPX after announcement of unauthorized episcopal consecrations
The Vatican will receive representatives of the Priestly Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) following the traditionalist group’s announcement that it plans to consecrate new bishops without permission from Rome — a move that could incur automatic excommunication of all bishops involved and deepen the group’s rupture with the Catholic Church. The Vatican meeting will … Read more
St. John Henry Newman is added to the General Roman Calendar: What does it mean?
The English saint, proclaimed a doctor of the Church by Pope Leo XIV in November 2025, is honored every Oct. 9.
Monastic-style retreat planned for pope and Roman Curia at start of Lent
A week of spiritual exercises for Pope Leo XIV and the Roman Curia at the start of Lent will take on a distinctly monastic character, with the retreat returning to the Apostolic Palace but relocating to the Renaissance-era Pauline Chapel, decorated with frescoes by Michelangelo. In previous years, the retreat was held in the palace’s … Read more
Pope Leo’s liturgical celebrations for February, March, and Holy Week
The Vatican has published the schedule of liturgies that Pope Leo XIV will celebrate in February, March, and the beginning of April, a period that includes the start of Lent and the preparation for Holy Week and Easter. According to the calendar published by the Office of Liturgical Celebrations, the pontiff will begin his pastoral … Read more
Catholic skier uses her Olympic experience to serve others
The devout Catholic homesteading mother and grandmother is using what she learned as an Olympian to help young people and women find success in sport, live a healthy lifestyle and stay connected to God.