Pope Leo XIV visits San Marino, the oldest republic in the world and a ‘laboratory’ of good policies
The pope undertook the visit to “encourage the Christian testimony” of San Marino’s people and contribute to “the construction of the common good.” Pope Leo XIV on Aug. 22 arrived in San Marino, launching a pastoral visit on the occasion of the country’s 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations with the Holy See. The Holy Father […]
A Shepherd of St. Augustine’s Family
Almost 16 centuries after his death, countless men and women continue to walk in St. Augustine’s footsteps, inspired by his wisdom, spirituality, and enduring quest for truth. Today, the Augustinian heritage and order have taken on new visibility with the election of Pope Leo XIV, who once led the Order of St. Augustine as Prior […]
The Voice of St. Augustine Today: How His Teachings Shape Pope Leo XIV
“I am a son of St. Augustine, an Augustinian.” With those words on the day of his election, Pope Leo XIV introduced the world not only to his religious identity, but also to one of the strongest spiritual influences on his life. Since then, the first Augustinian pope has repeatedly turned to St. Augustine of […]
Lourdes bishop says shrine will cover all Rupnik mosaics ahead of pope’s visit to France
“My role is to ensure that the shrine welcomes everyone, especially those who are suffering,” Bishop Jean-Marc Micas said. The bishop who oversees the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in France has said the popular Catholic pilgrimage site will cover all of its mosaics by disgraced priest Father Marko Rupnik ahead of Pope Leo […]
Pope Leo meets Lebanese president; security issues at center of talks
The pope met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Thursday morning at the Apostolic Palace and focused on challenges facing Lebanon and the implementation of the Trilateral Framework Agreement. Pope Leo XIV met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Thursday morning at the Apostolic Palace in the Vatican. Their private meeting lasted about half an […]
Pope Leo XIV: To heal the wounds of war, our hearts must return to God
The pontiff’s message for the 11th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation was published Aug. 20. In a message published ahead of the 11th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation on Sept. 1, Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for interior conversion to heal the suffering caused by wars. […]
10 things to know about San Marino ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit
The pontiff will visit one of the world’s smallest countries on Aug. 22. Here’s what to know about San Marino’s deep Catholic roots. Pope Leo XIV will make a pastoral visit to the Republic of San Marino on Aug. 22, becoming only the third pontiff to visit the country after Pope Benedict XVI and St. […]
Is Leo XIV Stalling on Financial Reform?
ANALYSIS: The generational change the Holy See’s fiscal operations require appears to be on hold. Following the various financial scandals that had plagued the Vatican under his predecessors, Pope Leo XIV has made a few changes to the Council for the Economy — but will it be enough to bring about financial reform? Among the […]
Pope Leo XIV: The musical heritage of the Church must be preserved
The pontiff’s Aug. 19 general audience focused on the role of sacred music in the liturgy. VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the importance of sacred music in the liturgy, calling for the Church’s musical heritage to be preserved while fostering healthy inculturation of local traditions. “For this reason, the composer of sacred […]
Pope names 2 Notre Dame professors as consultors to Vatican human development dicastery
The pontiff appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development on Aug. 18. Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday appointed 12 new consultors to the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development — reflecting a diverse group of theologians, experts, and professors, including two from the University of Notre Dame. Pope Francis […]