Pope Leo XIV: We need more beauty in age of technology
Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday urged patrons of the Vatican Museums to rediscover beauty in an era dominated by technology. The pontiff held a private audience on Oct. 7 at the Vatican with the Louisiana chapter of the patrons during their pilgrimage to Rome. The Patrons of the Arts in the Vatican Museums, founded in […]
Pope warns that ‘watering down’ Christianity’s demands won’t make it more attractive
VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday called on Christians to be capable of “viewing the world in a positive light,” while urging them to be actively committed to transforming society according to the spirit of the Gospel, without watering down the Christian message. “It is certainly not by watering down the content or […]
‘How long, O Lord?’: Pope Leo XIV laments new attacks on Gaza victims
The pontiff sent a message of condolence for those killed in Gaza by airstrikes on Oct. 3. Pope Leo XIV expressed his closeness to those affected in Gaza by the Israel-Palestine conflict amid new attacks. The pontiff sent a message to Holy Family Church in Gaza, near the Rimal neighborhood of western Gaza City, where […]
Pope Leo urges Vatican police to guard their hearts as they protect others
At a Mass honoring their patron, St. Michael the Archangel, the pontiff called on gendarmes to exercise authority with humility and compassion. Pope Leo XIV urged members of the Vatican Gendarmerie on Oct. 3 to nurture their faith as they protect others, telling them that their service requires hearts guarded by the Lord. The pope […]
Vatican to publish Pope Francis’ personal diary
A collection of Pope Francis’ private writings will be available on Nov. 24. An upcoming publication titled “The Private Diary of Pope Francis” promises a rare look into the inner spiritual life of the late pontiff. Announced on Monday and scheduled for publication on Nov. 24, the volume compiles intimate reflections, prayers, and personal notes, […]
Pope Leo XIV, ahead of World Youth Day in 2027, praises Korean courage
The pontiff met with Korean clergy on Monday, marking the 25th anniversary of the Korean Pontifical College in Rome. At a Monday audience celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Korean Pontifical College’s inauguration in Rome, Pope Leo XIV met with Korean clergy and reflected on their remarkable journey of faith. As preparations gather momentum for […]
Pope Leo XIV to Vatican employees: AI cannot replace human work
The pontiff held a private audience on Monday with the Vatican labor associations. Pope Leo XIV affirmed to the Vatican labor associations the irreplaceable nature of human work in the age of artificial intelligence (AI). The pontiff held a private audience on Monday with a delegation of the Vatican Lay Employees Association and the Women […]
Pope Leo XIV meets USCCB leadership and other prominent American bishops
The pontiff met with several American bishops from Oct. 1–5, and three U.S. cardinals are set to be in Rome for a major fall conference on the family. Pope Leo XIV met on Monday at the Vatican with several prominent U.S. bishops and the leadership of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). From […]
Pope Leo XIV: ‘The charism of St. Francis continues to bear fruit even today’
The pontiff marked the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi’s death and asked prayers that peoples may be freed from “the scourge of war.” VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday reflected on the Gospel parable of the tenants and the enduring witness of St. Francis of Assisi, saying that “the charism of […]
Pope Leo on AI art: Beyond aesthetics, ‘there is an ontological difference’
The pontiff said the Catholic Church wishes to renew its alliance with artists. VATICAN CITY — There is a fundamental difference between the art humans create and what artificial intelligence can make based on the work of others, Pope Leo XIV told a group of artists on Friday. “The Church needs you,” the pontiff said […]