Faith

Scripture is intended to speak to believers 'in every age,' Pope Leo says

Josephine Peterson · February 4, 2026

Pope Leo XIV said Scripture is meant to speak directly to believers in today's world, emphasizing that the Bible is the word of God expressed through human authors during his weekly general audience.

Happiness cannot be bought, hoarded, only shared with others, Pope Leo says

Carol Glatz · February 2, 2026

A lack of faith in Christ leads to many delusions, such as believing the arrogant will always rule and only money can buy happiness, Pope Leo XIV said.

Peace is built on respect, only good can combat evil, Pope Leo says at Angelus

Carol Glatz · January 26, 2026

Peace is built on respect for all people, Pope Leo XIV said after praying the Angelus with visitors gathered in St. Peter's Square Jan. 25.

Civilly married couples find Sacred Grace

Quinton Amundson · January 24, 2026

Dawn and Clayton MacArthur of Brooks, Alta., received more blessings than they ever expected through the Diocese of Calgary’s Sacred Grace - Church Wedding for Civilly Married Couples program.

Pope Leo warns against chasing approval, calls for deeper spiritual focus

Paulina Guzik · January 19, 2026

Approval, public consensus and visibility are often given undue importance in modern society, shaping how people think, behave and even understand themselves, Pope Leo XIV warned in his Jan. 18 Angelus address.

Pope Leo calls for peace and dialogue as protests continue in Iran

Junno Arocho Esteves · January 13, 2026

As anti-government protests in Iran continue despite an internet blackout and the use of lethal force against demonstrators, Pope Leo XIV expressed his concern over the escalating situation.

Baptism provides light in darkness, gateway to heaven, Pope Leo says

Carol Glatz · January 12, 2026

Baptizing one's children is as essential as providing them with food and clothing, Pope Leo XIV told parents.

Pope Leo calls on Catholics to rediscover Vatican II teachings

Carol Glatz · January 8, 2026

The teachings of the Second Vatican Council are still "the guiding star" the Catholic Church is meant to follow, Pope Leo XIV said.

Families fostering Gospel values provide hope in dark world, Pope Leo says

Carol Glatz · December 29, 2025

Christian families must not let today's tyrants suffocate their love and witness to Gospel values, Pope Leo XIV said.

Pray for peace in front of the Nativity scene, Pope Leo asks children

Cindy Wooden · December 22, 2025

Pope Leo XIV asked children to pray in front of their Nativity scenes this Christmas and, especially, to pray "that all the world's children may live in peace."