Pope Leo XIV arrives in Paris at start of 4-day visit to France
The pontiff is expected to proclaim Catholic social teaching to a secular country showing signs of Christian revival. PARIS — Pope Leo XIV arrived in France on Friday for a four-day visit to the country that begins with a packed first day, with stops at UNESCO headquarters, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the national stadium for a […]
Pope Leo, Hungarian prime minister discuss Ukraine, Middle East, and AI
The pontiff also met Portugal’s president to discuss conflicts, migration, multilateralism, and international law. VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV and Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar discussed the wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, the impact of artificial intelligence, and other challenges facing Europe during a private audience at the Vatican on Thursday. Magyar […]
Pope Leo calls for climate action before disaster strikes
Addressing the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, the pontiff linked climate preparedness to justice for vulnerable communities. Pope Leo XIV called for a shift in how the world confronts climate change during a Sept. 24 address to the Pontifical Academy of Sciences. “We cannot respond to these challenges only after disaster has already struck,” he said. […]
Pope Leo XIV appoints Romanian diplomat as his representative to Council of Europe
On a 2014 visit to the intergovernmental organization, Pope Francis appealed for the humane treatment of migrants. Pope Leo XIV has appointed Romanian diplomat Monsignor Paul Butnaru as the new permanent observer of the Holy See to the Council of Europe. The Vatican announced Butnaru’s appointment on Sept. 24. The Council of Europe, distinct from […]
12 things to know as Pope Leo XIV is in France
Pope Leo XIV visits the cities of Paris, Lourdes, and Metz from Sept. 25–28 during his trip to France. Pope Leo XIV is visiting three cities in France from Sept. 25–28, making stops in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz to meet with young people, government officials, the sick, and migrants, among others. During the trip, the […]
In honor of his beatification, here’s a look back at Fulton Sheen’s time in Rome
Here are Sheen’s most significant moments in the Eternal City, where he completed his doctorate, was consecrated a bishop, and attended Vatican II. Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen becomes the first U.S.-born bishop to be beatified on Sept. 24 in St. Louis. Known for his innovative Catholic media ministry, Sheen spent several years after his ordination […]
Pope calls for protection of migrant minors: It is everyone’s responsibility
The pope’s appeal followed a reflection on how human progress finds full truth and freedom in an encounter with God. Pope Leo XIV appealed on Wednesday to “everyone’s sense of responsibility” to protect migrant and refugee minors, stressing that children and teenagers are the most vulnerable and often endure “unspeakable suffering.” “Children and teenagers are […]
Pope’s Lourdes visit to highlight Church’s response to abuse
At the shrine famous for its healing waters, Pope Leo XIV will meet with sex-abuse victims and address an assembly of French bishops, who continue to deal with fallout from the country’s abuse crisis. Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lourdes this week will be key to his message of respect for human life in all […]
Notre Dame theologian John Cavadini to receive 2026 Ratzinger Prize
Pope Leo XIV will present the award to Cavadini at the Vatican on Dec. 19. John Cavadini, a professor of patristic theology at the University of Notre Dame, will receive the 2026 Ratzinger Prize. The Vatican Foundation Joseph Ratzinger-Benedict XVI announced Cavadini as the winner of the prestigious award at a press briefing in Rome […]
Pope Leo XIV, in France, will bring Catholic social teaching to a secular Europe
During his Sept. 25–28 visit to Paris, Lourdes, and Metz, Leo’s approach to sharing the Catholic Church’s teaching on political and social issues will be highly watched. Pope Leo XIV flies to France on Friday, where across four days in three cities he will proclaim Catholic teaching to the heart of secular Europe on matters […]