Augustinian priests: St. Monica had ‘great interior strength’
Two Augustinian priests living in Rome explain why the woman they refer to as their “grandmother” continues to be a source of hope and inspiration. Since the fourth century, Christians have revered St. Monica, the mother of Church Father St. Augustine, as a woman of unwavering faith in God. In an interview with EWTN News […]
Pope Leo XIV makes ‘Best Dressed’ list: Here’s the meaning behind his papal garments
The pontiff made Vanity Fair’s annual Best Dressed list this month in “the originals” category, but what is it about his papal style that the fashion world finds compelling? For the second time during Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate, the Holy Father has been included in a top fashion magazine’s list for “best dressed.” Vanity Fair […]
Vatican official in Russia: War in Ukraine must end, but not through military means
Archbishop Paul Gallagher emphasized that the conflict much be resolved through the political and diplomatic process and for the need to step up cooperation on humanitarian issues. During his visit to Russia, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, the Vatican secretary for relations with states and international organizations, reaffirmed the Holy Seeʼs position that the conflict with […]
Pope Leo XIV’s summer catechesis: Understanding the sacred liturgy
From May to August, the pope has dedicated his Wednesday general audiences to reflecting on the liturgy. Here is a recap of what he said. With his Wednesday general audience at the Vatican on Aug. 26, Pope Leo XIV concluded his catechesis on the Church’s liturgy, focusing on the Second Vatican Council’s constitution on the […]
Pope Leo: Vatican II reformed the liturgy to promote active participation
The pontiff’s Aug. 26 general audience addressed the reasons for the Church’s recent liturgical reforms. VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV has described the liturgical reforms following the Second Vatican Council as necessary to encourage active participation by the faithful. “Since the gestures and words of the sacred liturgy are critical to realizing this experience, […]
Pope Leo appoints leader of Knights of Columbus to Vatican body
The pontiff appointed Patrick Kelly as a member of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, and Life on Aug. 25. Pope Leo XIV has appointed Knights of Columbus Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly as a member of the Dicastery for the Laity, the Family, and Life. The Vatican announced Kelly’s appointment on Aug. 25. The […]
Vatican foreign minister meets with officials in Russia to discuss Ukraine conflict
Archbishop Paul Gallagher met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Aug. 25. Archbishop Paul Gallagher, the Vatican’s secretary for relations with states and international organizations, met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Russia on Aug. 25 to discuss Russia’s ongoing war with Ukraine. The Vatican Secretariat of State announced the meeting on its […]
High-ranking Vatican official to meet with Putin’s adviser in Russia
With Archbishop Paul Gallagher’s visit to Moscow this week, the Vatican continues to try to be a facilitator in bringing about a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine war. The Vatican’s secretary for relations with states and international organizations, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, will travel to Russia this week to hold meetings with Russian President Vladimir […]
Pope Leo XIV tells soldiers: It is noble to defend the sovereignty of your homeland
The pontiff reflected on military values in a private audience with the Military Ordinariate of Portugal on Aug. 24. Pope Leo XIV has emphasized the nobility of a soldier’s mission to defend one’s homeland and uphold the rule of law. The pontiff held a private audience on Aug. 24 at the Vatican with a delegation […]
Pope Leo to Catholic legislators: Promote AI policies that protect families
The pontiff held a private audience with a delegation from the International Catholic Legislators Network on Aug. 21. Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholic legislators to promote policies that protect families from the dangers of artificial intelligence (AI). The pontiff delivered his remarks on Aug. 21 in an audience at the Vatican with participants of […]