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world14 days ago•328 min saved

Bannon sought Epstein’s help to undermine Pope Francis, DOJ files reveal

Newly released DOJ documents show Steve Bannon courted Jeffrey Epstein in 2019 to help undermine Pope Francis as part of his nationalist-populist strategy. The exchanges reference a potential film project tied to Frédéric Martel’s book and suggest Bannon aimed to weaponize faith against the pontiff, with Epstein signaling involvement and discussing Vatican-related plans; the material underscores Bannon’s Rome-focused activity and his antagonism toward Francis.

via CNN|

#bannon #doj-files #epstein

religion1 month ago•3 min saved

Pope Leo Calls for Inclusive Church and Annual Consistories

Pope Leo XIV is signaling a move towards traditional values and harmony within the Catholic Church, contrasting with the reformist and modernizing tendencies associated with Pope Francis, and emphasizing the Church's resistance to secular influences like AI and DEI.

via UnHerd|

#catholic-church #pope-francis #pope-leo-xiv

religion2 months ago•7 min saved

Vatican Jubilee Marks Holy Door Closure and Grace

Cardinal Harvey closed the Holy Door at St. Paul’s Outside the Walls, emphasizing that hope is rooted in trust in God's mercy and the salvation already given through Christ, encouraging believers to continue on a path of conversion, humility, and witness in a world marked by crises and conflicts.

via Vatican News|

#holy-door #hope #mercy

religion2 months ago•3 min saved

Metro Detroit Catholics Celebrate Hope at Jubilee Year Closing

The Jubilee Year 2025 concludes with the closing of Holy Doors in Rome's basilicas, emphasizing hope and renewal, with the final Holy Door closing at St. Peter's Basilica on Epiphany 2026, led by Pope Francis.

via Vatican News|

#catholic-church #holy-door #hope

obituaries2 months ago•16 min saved

Major Figures Who Passed Away in 2025

The article reviews some of the most notable figures who died in 2025, including Pope Francis, Jane Goodall, Giorgio Armani, and others from various fields such as religion, science, arts, and politics.

via Reuters|

#2025 #giorgio-armani #jane-goodall

religion3 months ago•2 min saved

Pope Leo XIV Reflects on Love and Death at Basilica of St. Mary Major

Pope Leo XIV visited the Basilica of St. Mary Major to pray at the tomb of Pope Francis and the Salus Populi Romani icon, paying homage and offering prayers for his predecessor and recent deceased church leaders, while also celebrating a Mass for Pope Francis and others who have passed away.

via Vatican News|

#basilica-of-st-mary-major #papal-visits #pope-francis

religion5 months ago•7 min saved

Pope Leo and USCCB Engage in Debates on Morality and Pro-Life Issues

Senator Dick Durbin declined a lifetime achievement award from the Chicago Archdiocese amid controversy over his pro-choice stance, with some bishops opposing the honor due to his support for abortion rights. Cardinal Cupich initially defended the award, citing dialogue with politicians, but ultimately withdrew it following internal and Vatican pressure, highlighting ongoing tensions within the Catholic community over political and moral issues.

via The Pillar|

#award-controversy #catholic-church #durbin

world5 months ago•2 min saved

Pope Calls for Peace and Condemns Violence in Gaza

Pope Francis called for peace and an end to violence in Gaza during the Angelus, emphasizing the need to respect human dignity and urging a ceasefire amid ongoing Israeli military actions and civilian suffering in Gaza.

via Vatican News|

#conflict #gaza #humanitarian

world5 months ago•1 min saved

LGBTQ+ Catholics' Historic Pilgrimage to Rome Sparks Hope and Controversy

Approximately 1,400 LGBTQ+ Catholics from 20 countries participated in the first officially recognized LGBTQ+ pilgrimage to the Vatican during the Jubilee Year, symbolizing inclusion and reconciliation, although the Vatican maintains traditional views on marriage and has not publicly addressed recent developments or the new Pope's stance.

via BBC|

#church-doctrine #lgbtq #pilgrimage

religion5 months ago•5 min saved

LGBTQ+ Catholics' Historic Vatican Pilgrimage Highlights Church's Changing Stance

Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Catholics participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome, celebrating increased acceptance within the Catholic Church, largely attributed to Pope Francis' more inclusive stance, although the Vatican did not explicitly endorse the event.

via CBS News|

#catholic-church #holy-year #lgbtq

world5 months ago•4 min saved

LGBTQ Catholics' Rome Pilgrimage Highlights Vatican's Evolving Stance

Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Catholics participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome, celebrating increased acceptance in the Catholic Church, largely attributed to Pope Francis's inclusive stance, despite official church teachings remaining unchanged.

via NBC News|

#acceptance-in-church #holy-year-pilgrimage #lgbtq-catholics

world6 months ago•2 min saved

Global Leaders Urge Peace and Nuclear Disarmament on Hiroshima Anniversary

On the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing, Pope Leo XIV calls for renewed global efforts towards lasting peace, condemning nuclear arms as a betrayal of human dignity and urging the international community to reject the illusion of security through mutual destruction, emphasizing justice, fraternity, and disarmament.

via Vatican News|

#anniversary #hiroshima #nuclear-weapons

world7 months ago•6 min saved

Rome Hosts Major Youth and Faith Events with Thousands of Participants

Rome hosts a Jubilee of Youth with one million young pilgrims from 146 countries gathering at key sites like St. Peter’s Basilica, Circus Maximus, and Tor Vergata, symbolizing the connection between the city's historical and spiritual centers and its peripheries, emphasizing faith, hope, and community.

via Vatican News|

#circus-maximus #jubilee-of-youth #pope-francis

world7 months ago•4 min saved

Pope mourns after Israeli attack on Gaza church kills three

An Israeli strike on Gaza's Holy Family church killed three people, including a parish priest who was a close confidant of Pope Francis, and injured others amid ongoing conflict, highlighting the devastating impact on civilians and religious sites in Gaza.

via The Guardian|

#church-attack #civilian-casualties #gaza

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Gaza Church Attacked by Israeli Forces, Several Injured and Killed

A strike on the Holy Family Church in Gaza injured several, including parish priest Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, and damaged the only Catholic church in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, with Italy blaming Israel for the attack. The church has been a significant spiritual refuge during the Gaza war, which has resulted in thousands of Palestinian casualties and ongoing hostages.

via NBC News|

#church-attack #conflict #gaza