Pope Leo XIV names Newman church doctor

At a Holy Year Mass for teachers and students, Pope Leo XIV declared St. John Henry Newman a doctor of the church and co-patron of Catholic education with St. Thomas Aquinas, praising his conscience-driven witness and writings on truth and universities. Citing Newman's hymn "Lead, Kindly Light," Leo urged educators to "shine like stars" and to keep human dignity at the center of technology and AI. Anglican leaders voiced support, and the hymn was sung at the service, underscoring Newman's broad appeal across traditions.