Organizers of the World Youth Day 2027 name five patron saints whose lives reflect persecution, migration, and social struggle, presenting them as guides for young people preparing for the global gathering.

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Fourth Sunday of Easter The Gospel of John, Chapter 10, explores the unique relationship Jesus claims to have with His followers.  He is the shepherd who knows His sheep by name, and the sheep recognize His voice.  In a world...

Pope Leo XIV recalls the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, and calls for discernment and responsibility so that all use of nuclear energy may serve life and peace.

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As he prays the Regina Caeli, Pope Leo XIV invites the faithful to trust the Lord, and warns against letting ourselves be deceived by 'thieves' who seek to destroy our joy by leading us astray.

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Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass on the World Day of Prayer for Vocations and ordains ten new priests, inviting them to grow in communion with their parish communities and ensure that the Church remains welcoming to all people.

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Sunday, April 26, 2026 | Fourth Sunday of Easter |  John 10:1–10 Friends, in today’s Gospel, Jesus identifies himself as the sheepgate and says, “Whoever enters through me will be saved.” Well, does this mean that only...

Who was St. Mark?   Mark was a disciple of Simon Peter and wrote the Gospel based on Peter's preaching from Rome. He was a Jewish Christian and a cousin of Barnabas (Col. 4:10). Mark went on to establish the church in...

The Holy See Press Office releases the programmes of Pope Leo XIV's upcoming pastoral visits throughout Italy over the next three months.

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Talks on ending the US and Israel's war with Iran are due to resume this weekend in Pakistan.

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As the Church celebrates the Fourth Sunday of Easter, Jenny Kraska offers her thoughts on the day's liturgical readings, reflecting on the theme, "From Messina with Love: When shepherds meet the Good Shepherd”.

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