Pope Leo's First Interview: Peace, Unity, and World Cup

 

Pope Leo XIV, in his first interview since his election, discussed his dual American and Peruvian identities, his approach to the papacy, and his commitment to peace. He emphasized the need for dialogue and synodality to counter polarization and highlighted the Holy See's neutral stance in mediating global conflicts,...

Pope Leo: Guidance for New Bishops

 

Pope Leo addressed newly appointed bishops, urging them to prioritize prayer, trust in the Holy Spirit, and build bridges within the Church. He emphasized the importance of addressing clergy misconduct with mercy and justice, using social media prudently, and fostering dialogue with others. He highlighted the need for...

Nepal's Living Goddess in Indra Jatra

 

Eight-year-old Trishna Shakya, Nepal's living goddess Kumari, participated in the Indra Jatra festival Saturday. Carried in a chariot, she received blessings from thousands of devotees. Chosen from the Newar community at age three, Kumaris live in a temple palace until puberty, rarely leaving and never touching the ground...

Teenager Sainted: First Millennial Catholic

 

Fifteen-year-old Carlo Acutis, dubbed "God's Influencer," will become the Catholic Church's first millennial saint during a ceremony at the Vatican on Sunday. Pope Leo XIV will lead the canonization, attended by tens of thousands. Acutis, who died of leukemia in 2006, used his coding skills to document Catholic miracles...

LGBTQ+ Catholics Celebrate Acceptance in Rome

 

Hundreds of LGBTQ+ Catholics and their families participated in a Holy Year pilgrimage to Rome, celebrating increased acceptance within the Catholic Church. Bishop Franceseco Savino celebrated Mass for the pilgrims, emphasizing the Jubilee's historical role in restoring dignity to the marginalized. The pilgrimage, listed in the Vatican's official...

Millennial Saint Canonized by Pope Leo

 

Pope Leo will canonize Blessed Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint, on September 7th in St. Peter's Square. Acutis, a British-born Italian who died of leukemia at 15, used his tech skills to spread his faith. His canonization follows the confirmation of two miracles attributed to his intercession: the...

Pope's SHOCKING U-Turn? 1200 LGBTQ+ Pilgrims March!

 

Pope Leo XIV met with LGBTQ+ advocate Fr. James Martin, assuring him of continued support for LGBTQ+ inclusion within the Catholic Church, echoing Pope Francis's policies. This meeting, publicly announced by the Vatican, comes ahead of a large LGBTQ+ Catholic pilgrimage to Rome. While Leo previously expressed reservations about...

Kids Killed? Pope's Plea: End Gun Violence Now!

 

Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S. pope, condemned the recent school shooting in Minnesota, calling for an end to the "pandemic of arms." He prayed for the victims, two children killed and twenty injured, during the attack at the Church of Annunciation in Minneapolis. The shooting, where 116...

Politicians: Must You Choose Faith Over Power?

 

Pope Leo urged French Christian political leaders to prioritize their faith in Jesus, integrating it into their public roles. He emphasized that turning to Christ offers personal enrichment and strengthens their ability to serve others effectively. The Pope acknowledged the challenges faced by Christian leaders in Western societies,...

Pope's SHOCKING Revelation: Jesus Feared NOTHING?

 

Pope Leo XIV's General Audience focused on Jesus' arrest in Gethsemane. He emphasized Jesus' unwavering love and courage in the face of injustice and fear, highlighting his sacrifice not as victimhood but as a selfless act of giving. The Pope explained that even in darkest moments, God's presence...