Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer, Vatican says
The Holy See Press Office confirmed Tuesday evening that the nodule removed during Pope Leo XIV’s surgery was cancerous. VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung after doctors confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican announced Tuesday evening. “The Holy Father underwent thoracic […]
EWTN News explains: Who’s in charge of the Vatican while Pope Leo XIV is hospitalized?
Who exactly runs the Vatican when a pope is hospitalized or unable to perform his normal duties? Pope Leo XIV entered the hospital on Oct. 13 to undergo surgery to remove a lung nodule. The Vatican has said his recovery in the hospital will take at least a week and the pope’s appointments are canceled […]
Praying for Pope Leo? Meet the patron saint of lung problems
As the Church and the world prays for Pope Leo XIV this week, we turn to St. Bernardine of Siena, known as “the Apostle of Italy” and for his intercession for those with lung and respiratory issues. As Pope Leo XIV undergoes lung surgery and recovers at Gemelli Hospital this week in Rome, the faithful […]
Who is Dr. Luigi Carbone, Pope Leo XIV’s personal physician?
As the pontiff undergoes surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican’s chief medical official plays a central role in coordinating his care. As Pope Leo XIV undergoes surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, one figure has taken on particular prominence in recent hours: Dr. Luigi Carbone, who is responsible for coordinating the pontiff’s medical care and […]
Pope Leo XIV breaks with decades of secrecy by announcing his own surgery
The pontiff’s surprise disclosure about a lung nodule has drawn praise from senior cardinals, who see it as an unprecedented gesture of transparency and an expression of humility and trust. VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV’s decision to personally announce that he will undergo surgery to remove a nodule from one of his lungs has […]
Pope Leo XIV Is Diagnosed with Lung Cancer After Lung Surgery | EWTN News Nightly
The Vatican confirms tonight that Pope Leo XIV has lung cancer. The 71-year-old also had the lower lobe of his right lung removed. He has been diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma. Senior Vatican Analyst for EWTN News’ Francis X. Rocca joins to share what we know. Vatican confirms that Pope Leo XIV has been diagnosed with […]
‘Lead, Kindly Light’: New documentary on St. John Henry Newman premieres in Rome
“Lead Kindly Light: The Story of St. John Henry Newman” has premiered in Rome. A new documentary about the life of St. John Henry Newman has premiered in Rome. The film “Lead Kindly Light: The Story of Saint John Henry Newman” premiered at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome on Oct. 9, […]
Breaking the stigma: Rome conference highlights Catholic mental health ministry
The conference “A Healing Presence: The Church’s Call to Mental Health Ministry” aligns with the pope’s October prayer intention. A conference in Rome last week brought together clergy, pastoral workers, and mental health professionals to discuss how to overcome the stigma surrounding mental health in the Church. The conference, “A Healing Presence: The Church’s Call […]
Pope Leo XIV appoints new archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica
The appointment also includes the positions of vicar general for Vatican City and president of the Fabric of St. Peter. Pope Leo XIV has appointed Archbishop Vittorio Francesco Viola, a 61-year-old Italian Franciscan, as the new archpriest of St. Peter’s Basilica. The appointment also includes the positions of vicar general for Vatican City and president […]
Pope Leo XIV calls the death penalty ‘inadmissible’ after announcement of public execution in US
He emphasized that the protection of society and the application of justice can be guaranteed without resorting to capital punishment. Pope Leo XIV described the death penalty as “inadmissible” in a message posted on social media on the occasion of the World Day Against the Death Penalty on Saturday, Oct. 10. In his post, the […]