Pope Leo XIV

Pope leads Corpus Christi procession through streets of Rome

Cindy Wooden · June 23, 2025

In carrying Jesus through the city streets in a Corpus Christi procession, Christians are called to be witnesses of his love, sharing both their material and spiritual gifts, Pope Leo XIV said.

Traditionalist Catholics see evangelization potential of Latin Mass

Jonathan Luxmoore · June 19, 2025

Traditionalist Catholics have urged Pope Leo XIV to ease his predecessor's restrictions on the Latin Mass, insisting the move was based on misunderstandings and is hampering a Western church revival.

Liturgical music can teach value of unity in diversity, Pope Leo says

Cindy Wooden · June 19, 2025

The liturgical music tradition of polyphony with its blend of melodies and harmonies should lift people's spirits as it subtly transmits a message about diversity and unity, Pope Leo XIV said.

At audience with martyr's mother, Pope Leo prays for peace in Congo

Cindy Wooden · June 16, 2025

In the presence of the mother of the newly beatified martyr, Pope Leo XIV prayed that Blessed Floribert Bwana Chui would intercede to finally bring peace to Congo.

Pope Leo addresses instances of violence against Christians, prays for peace

Justin McLellan · June 16, 2025

Pope Leo XIV decried escalating violence around the world, spotlighting attacks against Christian communities and calling for peace and justice in conflict-ridden areas.

Pope Leo meets Lebanese president as Israeli-Iranian attacks continue

Cindy Wooden · June 13, 2025

As Israel continued its airstrikes on nuclear sites in Iran, and Iran launched drones to retaliate, Pope Leo XIV welcomed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to the Vatican.

Serve the Holy See by striving for holiness, Pope Leo tells officials, staff

Carol Glatz · June 9, 2025

Those serving the Holy See can serve its mission best by striving to live a holy life in conformity to Christ, Pope Leo XIV said.

God's love breaks down walls, opens borders, dispels hatred, Pope Leo says

Carol Glatz · June 9, 2025

In a world marked by wars and where people are disconnected and numb with indifference, Pope Leo XIV prayed that the Holy Spirit would "open borders, break down walls" and dissolve hatred so everyone can live as children of one human family.

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Watch over loved ones with wisdom, compassion

Catholic Register Staff · June 5, 2025

The text of Pope Leo XIV’s homily for the Mass celebrated June 1 in St. Peter’s Square that concluded the Jubilee of Families, Children, Grandparents and the Elderly.

Author sees in Pope Leo a bridge-builder

New book released just two weeks after consistory chose first American Pope

Quinton Amundson · June 5, 2025

While it only took him two weeks to publish a book on Pope Leo XIV, Dr. Matthew Bunson humourously refuted the notion that he had biographical sketches of all 133 cardinal electors all set and ready to go by the time the senior clerical leaders entered the Sistine Chapel on May 7.