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Originally Published 1 day ago — by Reuters
Pope Leo XIV condemned the global 'zeal for war' and criticized the decline of diplomatic dialogue, calling for respect for Venezuelan sovereignty and human rights, while also addressing issues like abortion, euthanasia, and religious discrimination in a fiery speech at the Vatican.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Vatican News
The Vatican announced Pope Leo XIV's schedule for January and February, including liturgies for the Conversion of St Paul, the Presentation of the Lord, and Ash Wednesday, along with participation in Lenten Spiritual Exercises and celebrations of key religious feasts.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV is holding his first Extraordinary Consistory on January 7-8, involving discussions on church governance, synodality, and liturgy, with meetings behind closed doors and a Mass at St. Peter's Basilica.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by The Catholic Herald
Pope Leo XIV will convene his first extraordinary consistory on January 7-8, 2026, gathering the entire College of Cardinals to discuss key issues like Church governance, synodality, and liturgical matters, marking a significant moment of unity and transition for the Vatican.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV dedicated the Sistine Chapel Christmas Concert to children around the world who have experienced a Christmas without peace, emphasizing the role of music in expressing the mystery of Christmas and praying for justice and peace for suffering children.
Originally Published 8 days ago — by Vatican News
The Vatican Governorate has launched a new app dedicated to St. Carlo Acutis that provides quick and easy access to news, announcements, and official communications, enhancing digital engagement and transparency. The app features updated news, notifications, multimedia content, and links to Vatican institutions, aiming to make institutional information more accessible and user-friendly on mobile devices.
Originally Published 12 days ago — by Vatican News
In 2025, over 3.17 million people attended papal events and liturgies in the Vatican, with significant participation following Pope Leo XIV's election in May, despite limited events earlier in the year due to Pope Francis' health issues.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by The New York Times
Pope Leo XIV surprised rain-soaked attendees in St. Peter’s Square with a heartfelt greeting and apology for not accommodating everyone inside the basilica during his first Christmas Eve Mass, delivering a nearly two-and-a-half-hour homily that touched on the birth of Jesus and global issues.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV prepares for his first Christmas celebrations as Pope, emphasizing themes of peace and tradition, including reintroducing the Christmas Day Mass and participating in various liturgical events through early January, marking the end of the Jubilee year.
Originally Published 18 days ago — by Catholic News Agency
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate his first Christmas at the Vatican by reviving the tradition of offering Christmas Mass on Dec. 25 in St. Peter’s Basilica, a practice not observed since 1994, and will also close the Holy Doors marking the end of the Jubilee Year, with various liturgical events planned through early January.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV is holding his first Extraordinary Consistory of Cardinals on January 7-8, 2026, in the Vatican, to foster prayer, reflection, and counsel among the Cardinals, strengthening their communion and support for his leadership in governing the Church.
Originally Published 23 days ago — by Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV appointed Richard Moth as the new Archbishop of Westminster, succeeding Cardinal Vincent Nichols who resigned. Moth, previously Bishop of Arundel and Brighton, has a distinguished background in the Catholic Church with extensive pastoral and administrative experience.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by NPR
Bishop Ronald A. Hicks has been appointed as the new Archbishop of New York, bringing a background of social justice and Latin American ministry, with similarities to Pope Leo XIV, and facing challenges like sex abuse settlements and parish restructuring.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by Vatican News
The Vatican officially inaugurated its Christmas decorations in St. Peter’s Square, featuring a large nativity scene and a 25-meter Christmas tree, both symbolizing peace, fraternity, and respect for creation, with the nativity scene highlighting regional cultural elements and the tree donated by northern Italian dioceses.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Deadline
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.