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The Pope: Let us overcome hatred and violence

Excerpts from the interview granted by Pope Leo XIV to journalist Elise Ann Allen for the book “Leo XIV: Citizen of the World, Missionary of the 21st Century”, to be released on 18 September, have been published by Crux and El Comercio.

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Pope at Angelus: God transforms the Cross into a means of life

At the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, saying the “immense love of God” transformed “an instrument of death into a means of life”. After the recitation of the Angelus prayer, the Holy Father recalls the anniversary, on Monday, of the establishement of the Synod of Bishops.

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Catholics and leaders worldwide send Birthday Wishes to Pope Leo

The universal Church and men and women of goodwill across the globe rejoice as Pope Leo XIV celebrates his birthday.

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"Leo from Chicago," Vatican media’s documentary on Pope Leo XIV's United States roots

"Leo from Chicago," a documentary coming soon on Vatican media’s channels, will offer viewers an intimate portrait of Pope Leo XIV’s early life throughout the United States, beginning with the testimonies of his brothers Louis and John, along with numerous voices, images, and stories told by those closest to the man who, since May 8, 2025, has led the universal Catholic Church.

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UN: Relentless Israeli strikes drive mass displacement in Gaza

The UN reports that continuous bombardment in northern Gaza has forced nearly 11,000 Palestinians to flee south in just 24 hours.

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Pope Leo meets with Jubilee pilgrims from Umbria

Pope Leo XIV meets with participants of the Jubilee Pilgrimage from the dioceses of Umbria, a region in Central Italy rich in mystics, poets, men and women of faith, and renowned for its artistic and natural heritage. The Pope calls on the faithful to become "missionaries of love and peace."

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Lord’s Day Reflection: Where suffering and love meet

As the Church celebrates the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, Jenny Kraska reflects on the theme, “Where suffering and love meet”.

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Pope promotes employment of persons with disabilities in the Vatican

With a Rescript, Pope Leo XIV approves decisions of the Labour Office of the Apostolic See (ULSA), concerning the inclusion of persons with disabilities within the Holy See's workforce.

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Pope Leo meets with new US Ambassador to the Holy See

On Saturday morning, Pope Leo XIV welcomed the ambassador of the United States of America, Brian Francis Burch, on the occasion of the presentation of his letters of credence.

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Pope gives thanks for canonization of Carmelite Martyrs of Compiègne

Pope Leo XIV expresses his participation to the faithful gathered in Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris, for the Mass of Thanksgiving following the canonisation of the 16 Carmelite Sisters of Compiègne.

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