Pope Leo XIV has created history as the first-ever American-born leader of the Catholic Church. For the first time since his inauguration, the pontiff has opened up about her childhood, the early ...

(ANSA) - ROME, JUN 18 - Pope Leo XVI on Wednesday expressed dismay at the death and devastation being caused by war around the world and reiterated his appeal for peace. "The heart of the Church ...

Pope Leo XIV prays in St. Peter’s Basilica on the solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Friday, June 27, 2025. Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA ...

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Do not be afraid to grapple with your innermost thoughts, feelings and problems so that your heart can be filled with God and his compassion, Pope Leo XIV told seminarians ...

The heart of the city returns,” De Angelis said. Although many remember Castel Gandolfo’s apostolic palace as the traditional summer residence of the popes, Leo XIV will be staying in another ...

Pope Leo XIV ordained 32 men to the priesthood Friday on the solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, calling on them to draw inspiration from the many examples of priestly holiness in the ...