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Pope Leo, in his first Angelus address of 2026, called for global and familial peace through prayer, emphasizing hope, conversion of hearts to God, and the example of Mary and Christ's Heart as models for transforming pain into peace and forgiveness.
Pope Leo XIV addressed Italian mayors, emphasizing the need to combat social problems like gambling, which he said has ruined many families, and to promote genuine human relationships to foster community and address issues like loneliness and social isolation.
Pope Leo's choice to lead New York Catholics indicates a move away from Maga-aligned leadership, signaling a potential shift in the church's political stance in the region.
Pope Leo called for courage and direct dialogue between Ukraine and Russia to end the war during his Christmas address, also urging global peace and highlighting the suffering caused by conflicts like those in Gaza, Thailand, and Cambodia.
Pope Leo emphasized during his Christmas Eve sermon that refusing to help the poor and strangers is equivalent to rejecting God, highlighting the importance of compassion and care for the vulnerable as central to Christian faith.
Pope Leo emphasized the importance of kindness to strangers and the poor during his Christmas message, highlighting that helping those in need reflects one's love for God, inspired by the story of Jesus' birth in a stable. He called for compassion and care for immigrants and the marginalized, urging believers to see God's presence in every person, especially during the holiday season.
Pope Leo has appointed Bishop Aldon Ronald Hicks as the new archbishop of New York, succeeding Cardinal Dolan. Hicks, with a background in Latin America and a strong stance on immigration issues, will oversee 2.5 million Catholics in the city. His appointment reflects his and the church's commitment to social justice and immigration reform amid ongoing challenges like clergy abuse and immigration enforcement.
Pope Leo has replaced Cardinal Timothy Dolan with Bishop Ronald Hicks as the Archbishop of New York, marking a significant leadership change in the US Catholic Church, with Hicks seen as a reform-minded, Latino-supporting figure from Illinois.
U.S. Catholic bishops elected conservative Archbishop Paul Coakley as their new president, signaling a shift towards traditionalist views amid ongoing tensions with the Vatican and debates over immigration policies, with a focus on opposing abortion and LGBTQ+ rights while supporting migrants.
Pope Leo is set to meet with prominent film industry figures including Spike Lee and Cate Blanchett at the Vatican to foster dialogue between cinema and the Church, emphasizing the role of art in promoting human values. The event follows Pope Leo's sharing of his favorite films and recent meetings with celebrities like Al Pacino, highlighting the Vatican's ongoing engagement with the arts.
Pope Leo is hosting a unique Hollywood audience at the Vatican, attended by stars like Cate Blanchett, Chris Pine, and directors such as Spike Lee, as part of the Holy Year celebrations, aiming to foster dialogue between the Church and the film industry.
Marc Andreessen faced backlash after criticizing Pope Leo's call for ethical AI development, leading him to delete his post amid mixed reactions from social media users, some defending him and others criticizing both him and the Pope.
Pope Leo's office issued a decree rejecting the title of 'co-redemptrix' for Mary, affirming that Jesus alone is the Savior and emphasizing her role as the mother of the Redeemer, to prevent confusion about the exclusive role of Christ in salvation.
Pope Leo, the first American pope, has issued strong criticisms of Trump's immigration policies and US actions in Venezuela, emphasizing the importance of humane treatment of migrants and advocating for dialogue to reduce regional tensions.
King Charles made history as the first reigning British monarch to pray publicly with a pope since Henry VIII, symbolizing a step towards reconciliation between the Catholic and Anglican churches, amid mixed reactions and ongoing religious discussions.