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Dialogue between Orthodox and Catholic churches could see opening, George Weigel says

John Paul II’s biographer, George Weigel, said Pope Leo XIV could offer a meaningful olive branch to Orthodox churches as the war in Ukraine continues.

Archbishop Peña Parra grateful for service offered in Secretariat of State

The Venezuelan archbishop, the Substitute for General Affairs of the Secretariat of State until now, and today appointed by Pope Leo as the new nuncio to Italy and San Marino, met with the superiors, officials, and collaborators with whom he has worked since 2018, expressing his gratitude to all and how he was enriched by the challenging experiences.

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Filipino migrants chorale weaves tapestry of faith and music

Inaugurating Holy Week, a Filipino choral group based in London brings together faith, culture, and community through music, offering a powerful witness of Filipino Catholic spirituality abroad.

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What’s on Pope Leo’s liturgical schedule from April to July?

The Master of Pontifical Liturgical Celebrations releases Pope Leo’s schedule of liturgical events from April until July, including two international journeys and two ordinations.

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Criminals pose as Catholic Charities in ‘nationwide’ scam targeting immigrants in the U.S.

Criminals are using phone calls and the internet to steal thousands of dollars from “desperate” immigrants.

Jerusalem: Easter celebrations ensured at Holy Sepulchre

The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem and the Custody of the Holy Land say an agreement has been reached with Israeli authorities to ensure the celebration of Easter celebrations at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Restrictions linked to the ongoing conflict, however, remain in place, and liturgies will be streamed for the faithful around the world.

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Pope thanks Benedictine religious for the good they do for the Church

Pope Leo XIV welcomes Benedictine monastic communities in the Vatican, thanking them for the great good they do for the Church, and encourages them to continue performing their "work of God."

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Pope to Illinois municipal leaders: Authority must be rooted in service

During a Holy Week audience, Pope Leo XIV highlights the responsibility of civic leaders to serve the common good, uphold human dignity, and care for the most vulnerable.

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Pope appoints new Substitute, Nuncio to Italy, and Prefect of Papal Household

Pope Leo XIV makes three significant appointments: Archbishop Paolo Rudelli, Apostolic Nuncio to Colombia, takes the place of Substitute for General Affairs Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra, who becomes Apostolic Nuncio to Italy, succeeding Archbishop Petar Rajič, who has been appointed Prefect of the Papal Household.

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Pope Leo: We must support and invest in young people

Meeting members of the Ausilia Foundation in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV reaffirms the need to assist young people in becoming "protagonists of their own future."

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