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Pope Leo prays for every mother on Mothers' Day

Pope Leo XIV sends greetings to His Holiness Pope Tawadros on the annual “Day of Coptic-Catholic Friendship, praises the welcoming spirit of the citizens of the Canary Islands, and wishes all mothers Happy Mothers’ Day.

Pope at Regina Caeli: 'It is Jesus' love that begets love within us'

During his Regina Caeli address in the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV reminds the faithful that Jesus loves us forever and unconditionally, and that His love for us moves us to love others.

Pope to ALS Association: You teach the world the true value of life

Addressing members of the Italian Association for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (AISLA), Pope Leo XIV thanks patients, families and caregivers for their witness of courage and hope, praising their closeness to those who suffer and reminding them that “pain and suffering cannot stop love.”

Pope appeals for peace and development efforts in the Sahel region

Pope Leo XIV launches an appeal for sustained efforts to promote peace and development throughout Africa’s Sahel region.

Pope Leo receives the Prime Minister of the Republic of Haiti

Pope Leo XIV receives the Prime Minister of the Republic of Haiti, Alix Didier Fils-Aimé, in the Vatican on Saturday.

Pope in Naples: Church must offer closeness amid inequalities and difficulties

In an address to the clergy and religious of the Church in Naples, Pope Leo XIV encourages the faithful to bear witness to Christ when confronting the difficult realities affecting the southern Italian city.

Pope ends Naples visit urging the city to become a ‘workshop of peace'

At the conclusion of his pastoral visit to Pompeii and Naples on the first anniversary of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV calls for a renewed commitment to a peace rooted in justice, solidarity, and social responsibility.

Venice Biennale: Patti Smith inaugurates the Holy See Pavilion

A sonic prayer entrusted to the distinctive voice of Patti Smith is set to inaugurate the Holy See Pavilion at the 61st International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale on 8 May, 2026.

Pope in Pompeii: May God calm fratricidal hatred and enlighten world leaders

As he celebrates Mass in the Italian city of Pompeii, Pope Leo XIV recalls the many wars afflicting nations and prays that God’s overflowing mercy may fill our hearts and world with peace.

Pope in Pompeii: Trust always in Jesus, our friend who never rejects us

At the beginning of his pastoral visit to Pompeii, Pope Leo XIV meets with a charitable organization assisting those in need, urging them to always trust in Jesus and let His Word inspire their efforts.

Pope to Vatican Publishing House: 'Reading nourishes the mind'

Pope Leo XIV emphasizes the importance of reading and reflects on three enriching aspects of books during his encounter with members of the editorial offices of the Vatican Publishing House (LEV).

The ‘Son of Saint Augustine’ who became Pope

A member of the Order of Saint Augustine, Pope Leo XIV lives the charism of the Augustinian family through his search for God, his commitment to fraternity, and his service to the Church.

Pope Leo's catechesis on Second Vatican Council: 'North Star' guiding Church

In fourteen catecheses on the Second Vatican Council, Pope Leo XIV presents Vatican II as the Church’s enduring “North Star,” calling Catholics to rediscover its documents as a living guide for proclaiming Christ, defending human dignity, promoting justice and peace, and renewing the Church in fidelity to the Gospel.

Pope to Swiss Guards: Service enriches personal journey of faith

Pope Leo XIV meets with members of the Pontifical Swiss Guards and their families, expressing his hopes that their years of service to the Holy See may bear spiritual riches as they build an atmosphere of harmony and joy.

Pope Leo receives Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk

Pope Leo XIV receives the Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland, Donald Tusk, in the Vatican on Thursday.

Pope Leo XIV meets with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Pope Leo XIV holds an audience with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in the Vatican, with discussions including countries marked by war.

Witnessing the Gospel through unity

Our Editorial Director reflects on the message and impact of the first year of Pope Leo XIV9;s pontificate.

Pope Leo’s over 400 appeals for peace during first year of pontificate

In the first year of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV has appealed hundreds of times for a reconciliation that is “unarmed and disarming,” and urged the “lords of war” to listen to “a melody greater than ourselves.”

US diocese to build shrine for Venerable Fr. Tolton, first US Black priest

The Diocese of Springfield, Illinois, in the United States, announces plans to build a shrine to Venerable Father Augustine Tolton, whose story of overcoming racial discrimination and divisions in his time continues to be a source of inspiration to promote peace and unity.

Gaza's parish priest: 'Pope Leo encourages us to have hope'

Father Gabriel Romanelli, the pastor of the Holy Family Catholic Church in Gaza, speaks to Vatican News about the message of closeness he received from Pope Leo XIV, saying that Holy Father’s words are always an encouragement 9;to keep moving forward and doing good.9;

As 28 recruits sworn in, Pope thanks Swiss Guard for their service

Pope Leo attends the swearing-in ceremony for the Swiss Guard’s 28 new recruits, and expresses his 'esteem and gratitude' for their work.

‘Leone a Roma’: Vatican media documentary on Pope’s years in Rome

“Leone a Roma” is a new documentary by the Vatican9;s media outlets that retraces the nearly two decades Pope Leo XIV spent in Rome before his election to the See of Peter. Produced for the first anniversary of his pontificate, the film will be broadcast on Vatican media channels and made available to media organisations upon request.

Pope Leo XIV video-calls priests in southern Lebanon

During his audience with the Apostolic Nuncio to Lebanon, Archbishop Paolo Borgia, Pope Leo video-calls about ten priests from the southern regions of Lebanon and encourages them and assures them of his prayers.

“Free under Grace,” a book to get to know Prevost in dialogue with the world

The book “Free under Grace,” which brings together speeches, homilies, messages, and letters of Father Robert Francis Prevost when he was Prior General of the Order of Saint Augustine, published by the Vatican Publishing House, was presented at the Patristic Institute Augustinianum in Rome. It was presented to Pope Leo XIV on the eve of its release in Italian, and will be released in English and many other languages in the months to come.

Schedule for Pope’s Apostolic Journey to Spain released

A month ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s departure for Spain, the Holy See Press Office releases the full schedule for the journey, which will take him to Madrid, Barcelona, and the Canary islands, and see him bless the tallest tower of the Sagrada Familia basilica.

Cardinal Parolin: Holy See’s position on peace and disarmament is firm

Cardinal Pietro Parolin responds to questions on U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio9;s visit to the Vatican, dialogue with U.S. President Donald Trump, and on German Bishops.

Pope at Audience: 'The Church has mission to speak out against all that mortifies life'

During his General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the eschatological dimension of the Church as presented in 9;Lumen gentium,9; and in this context, reiterates that Jesus has given the Church the mission of leading the faithful toward salvation, and that accordingly the Church has been 9;invested with the mission of speaking clearly to reject everything that mortifies life and prevents its development9; and to 9;denounce evil in all its forms.9;

Synod releases final reports on selection of bishops, emerging issues

The General Secretariat of the Synod publishes the first part of the Final Report of Study Group No.7, regarding criteria for selecting candidates for the episcopate, and the Report of Study Group No. 9, on theological criteria and synodal methodologies for discerning doctrinal, pastoral, and ethical questions.

Pierre Teilhard de Chardin: New film highlights Jesuit scientist’s legacy

The recent screening of the film “Teilhard: Visionary Scientist” at the Vatican’s Filmoteca, then at the Jesuit Curia and Rome’s Pontifical Gregorian University, drew much applause and appreciation. The American filmmakers, Frank and Mary Frost, spoke to Vatican News about the film.

When Eugenio Pacelli defended the Cardinal who criticised Hitler

A conference entitled “Eugenio Pacelli – Pius XII Between the City of God and the City of Man” took place in Rome this week under the presidency of Cardinal Dominique Mamberti. Participants included high-level academics and historians, and Andrea Tornielli, Editorial Director of Vatican News. We bring you a synthesis of his presentation.