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Sacred or scandalous? Catholic shrines take different approaches to Marko Rupnik’s art

Advocates for abuse victims say Father Marko Rupnik’s religious art should be removed or covered to prevent further harm, but Church authorities have responded in varied ways.

‘The Chosen’ cast headed to Vatican for presentation, audience with Pope Leo XIV

On June 23, there will be an exclusive presentation at the Vatican of the fourth episode of the fifth season of “The Chosen,” the successful series based on the life of Jesus Christ and the apostles.

Pope Leo XIV speaks with astronomy students about ‘wonder’ of the universe

Pope Leo XIV encouraged young astronomy students at the Vatican this week to “be generous in sharing what you learn and what you experience, as best you can and however you can.”

Pope Leo XIV visits Vatican Radio transmitters, proposed solar energy site

Pope Leo XIV visited the Vatican’s radio transmitter station in Santa Maria di Galeria, Italy, on Thursday and thanked staff for their dedicated work in communicating the Church’s mission around the world.

Pope Leo XIV celebrates the 43rd anniversary of his ordination

Pope Leo XIV celebrated the 43rd anniversary of his priestly ordination Thursday

Pope Leo XIV praises the beauty and harmony of polyphony

At a Wednesday event hosted by the Domenico Bartolucci Foundation, Pope Leo XIV praised polyphony as a meaningful form for prayer and Christian life, citing Palestrina’s works as an example.

By disarming Iran, Israel’s ambassador to Vatican says his country is preventing World War III

In a June 19 interview with EWTN News, Israel’s ambassador to the Holy See, Yaron Sideman, defended his country’s attacks on Iran’s nuclear and ballistic missile programs, saying Israel is preventing World War III.

Vatican plugs Peter’s Pence donations to help Leo XIV in his mission

Vatican appeal to the global Catholic Church: “Take part in the steps of Leo XIV with your donation to Peter’s Pence.”

‘We must not get used to war’ Pope Leo XIV says in call for peace

Pope Leo XIV on June 18 renewed his strong call for peace, urging people to not “get used to war.”

Beatified Congolese martyr highlights ‘precious witness of laity, youth’ Pope Leo says

Floribert Bwana Chui Bin Kositi, a Congolese martyr beatified in Rome on Sunday, June 15, provides a powerful testament to the invaluable witness of the laity and youth, Pope Leo XIV said.

Pope Leo XIV: Jesus can heal the past and transform your history

After a turn in the popemobile to greet thousands of faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square for his general audience on Wednesday, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechesis on “Jesus Christ, Our Hope.”

Leo XIV: Jesus can heal the past and transform your history

The pope reminded listeners that Jesus is capable of healing and unblocking the past, which at times paralyzes us

Leo XIV shares with Italy’s bishops ‘coordinates’ for a Church that embodies the Gospel

On June 17, Pope Leo XIV met with the Italian Bishops’ Conference at the Vatican, sharing four key “coordinates” for a Gospel-centered Church: proclamation, peace, human dignity, and dialogue.

Actor Al Pacino meets with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican

In an unexpected visit, Hollywood actor Al Pacino was received by Pope Leo XIV on June 17 at the Vatican, according to photos shared on Instagram by Italian film producer Andrea Iervolino.

Castel Gandolfo: Pope Leo XIV to resume papal summer vacation tradition in lakeside town

The town of Castel Gandolfo has said Pope Leo XIV will again partake in the centuries-long tradition of spending a summer vacation at the lakeside papal residence in the Alban Hills south of Rome.

Cardinal Burke appeals for restoration of Traditional Latin Mass

Cardinal Raymond Burke said he has asked Pope Leo XIV to remove measures restricting the celebration of the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) in dioceses.

Pope Leo XIV calls for responsibility, dialogue to end escalating Israel-Iran violence

Pope Leo XIV renewed the Church’s calls for nuclear disarmament and peaceful dialogue one day after Israel launched missile strikes on Iran.

Vatican diplomat says U.S. policy in Ukraine has disappointed Baltic allies

Archbishop Georg Gänswein, the Vatican’s nuncio to the Baltic states since 2024, said the region has been disappointed with the current U.S. administration’s approach to the conflict in Ukraine.

Vatican exposition celebrates friendship between St. Paul VI and Jacques Maritain

On June 12, the Vatican Museums opened the exhibition Paul VI and Jacques Maritain: The Renewal of Sacred Art Between France and Italy (1945–1973), honoring the friendship between the French philosopher and the pope who concluded Vatican II.

How the Church Is Listening to Survivors: The Vatican’s Ongoing Journey of Reparation

Since 2014, the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors has played a crucial role in promoting the safety and well-being of minors and vulnerable individuals within the Church.

Global 2033: Preparing for the 2000th Anniversary of Christ’s Resurrection

During the Jubilee of Hope this year in Rome, many are already talking about the big Jubilee year of 2033 a.d, the year in which our calendar marks the 2000th anniversary of the passing and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Jubilee of Ecclesial Movements Unites 70,000 Faithful in Rome

On the 7th and 8th of June, countless groups of faithful operating within the Church shared their experience of service to religious, spiritual, and social life.

How Pope Leo XIV Is Shaping a New Era of Vatican Diplomacy

From his very first words, Pope Leo XIV made it clear—his papacy would be about peace.

Pope Leo XIV on Holy Trinity Sunday: God’s ‘dynamic’ love opens humanity to encounter

Pope Leo XIV presided over the solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity in St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday and invited Catholics to enter the “dynamism of God’s inner life” and be open to encounter with others.

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