Anticipation for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to South America is building as Peru’s president-elect pledged state cooperation.
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After SSPX excommunications, traditionalist Catholics face a difficult choice
Risk schism—or ‘come home’ to Rome?
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This Catholic group wants you to be like Leo and share a meal with the poor
When Pope Leo XIV sat down to lunch with people experiencing homelessness and poverty at Castel Gandolfo this month, he offered a model that any parish can follow.
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Pope Leo is sending two special envoys to Ukraine
Pope Leo is sending a Vatican cardinal and archbishop to Ukraine on his behalf this week to advance peace efforts that began under Pope Francis.
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Read: Cardinal Grech’s speech on synodality to Pope Leo and the consistory of cardinals
When the Synod on Synodality was launched, few could have imagined the breadth of participation it would inspire, Cardinal Grech said.
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Vatican pushes back on U.S. ambassador’s understanding of Pope Leo’s role in politics
The Vatican today responded to a misrepresentation of the pope’s role by the U.S. ambassador to the Holy See, Brian Burch, by reaffirming that “the pope always speaks as a shepherd.”
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When the American pope comes for July 4 dinner, here’s what happens
Calling Pope Leo “very American” the U.S. ambassador to the Holy See said the pope’s roots are visible “in his character, in his history, in his memories, in his family.”
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France’s traditionalist Catholics rally behind Pope Leo XIV after SSPX schism
Today, Philippe Darantière bears witness to the enthusiasm of the faithful attached to the traditional rite at the prospect of welcoming Pope Leo to France.
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Vatican unveils agenda for global family summit marking ‘Amoris Laetitia’ anniversary
The Vatican has released the framework for a fall meeting marking the 10th anniversary of “Amoris Laetitia” and focusing on the Church‘s pastoral approach to families.
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Pope Leo goes on vacation to Castel Gandolfo—after surprise July 4 visit with Trump’s ambassador to the Vatican
“I am very happy to be here among you and to spend the next few weeks with a little rest, a little prayer, a little reading and, hopefully, a little sport here in Castel Gandolfo!” Leo said.