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Pope Leo gives a blessing to Participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Dicastery for Evangelization – Section for Fundamental Questions Regarding Evangelization in the World. Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Leo XIV: “Do not water down Christianity”

From communications and education to missionary outreach and evangelization, Pope Leo XIV’s activities this week underscored a consistent
Pope Leo greets a baby at the General Audience. Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Leo XIV Addresses Europe’s Demographic Crisis, AI, Gaza, and Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV addressed some of the most pressing challenges facing the world today, from Europe’s demographic decline
Pope Leo signs Dilexit te on October 4, 2025. Mock cover of Magnifica Humanitas designed by Ursula Murua, EWTN News.

Vatican Expert Explains Magnifica Humanitas

When Pope Leo XIV presented his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, he did something highly unusual. Rather than leaving
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AI and the Future of Work: Why Pope Leo XIV Is Calling for a Human-Centered Economy

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the global economy, reshaping industries, and raising urgent questions about the future of
Images from the presentation of the Pope's new Encyclical. Credit: Vatican Media.

Forming Minds in a Digital Age: Pope Leo XIV on AI, Education, and Human Formation

As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms society, Pope Leo XIV is urging educators, students, and policymakers to ask a
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135 Years After Rerum Novarum: Pope Leo XIV’s Vision for Human Dignity in the Age of AI

When Pope Leo XIV chose his papal name, he was already signaling the direction of his pontificate. Just

Vaticano: Pope Leo, Mary, and the New Encyclical

Pope Leo XIV has released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, focused on human dignity in the age of
Marian image in the streets of Rome. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Marian Images throughout the Streets of Rome

Rome’s streets, squares, and narrow alleyways are home to more than 500 Marian street shrines, known as the Madonnelle. Painted,
Michelangelo's Pieta. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Mary, Mother of the Church

With roots reaching back to the 13th century, the Pontifical Theological Faculty Marianum is one of world’s leading
The four Marian images most prominent in the last four Papacies. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Marian Devotion and the Last Four Popes

Devotion to the Virgin Mary has shaped the spiritual lives and pontificates of many popes, offering a deeply
Shrine of Our Lady of Pompeii. Detail. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Honoring Our Lady of the Rosary

May is traditionally known as “Mary’s month,” a time when Catholics around the world turn their attention in

One Year with Pope Leo: Prayer, Peace, SSPX, Fatima

One year with Pope Leo has brought focus to the historic character of his election: the first American
Pope Leo XIV steps out to the world for the first time on May 8, 2025. Credit: Daniel Ibanez | EWTN News

Pope Leo XIV’s First Year: A Pontificate Marked by Peace, Tradition, and Augustinian Spirit

“Annuntio vobis gaudium magnum… Habemus Papam!” The announcement echoed across Saint Peter’s Square and throughout the world on
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Pope Leo XIV’s Monthly Prayer Intentions and the Pope’s Worldwide Prayer Network

For more than 150 years, the popes of the Catholic Church have entrusted the faithful with a special
Cardinals gather in the Sistine Chapel. Credit: Screenshot EWTN Vatican

One Cardinal Speaks about Pope Leo XIV’s Conclave

Polish Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś is among the youngest cardinals that participated in the last conclave.   In an exclusive
Screenshot of EWTN Vaticano of Pope Leo's first moments as Pope on May 8, 2025. Credit: EWTN Vatican

Pope Leo XIV: the Pope of Peace

From the very first moments of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV made clear that peace would stand at

Pope Leo Reflects on Fatima, SSPX Tensions, Vatican Finances, and the Search for Truth

Pope Leo Marks Feast of Fatima with Prayer at Site of John Paul II Assassination Attempt VATICAN CITY

Vatican Clarifies Same-Sex Blessings as Synod Report Addresses Conversion Therapies

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV this week renewed the Church’s call for peace and dialogue, warning against
Pope Francis' historic visit to Lampedusa in 2013. Credit: EWTN Vaticano screenshot

Pope Leo XIV to Return to Lampedusa Thirteen Years After Pope Francis’ Historic Visit

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV will travel to the Sicilian island of Lampedusa on July 4, returning
Pope Leo portrait. Credit: Vatican Media. St. Augustine portrait. Credit: Public Domain. Tomb of St. Augustine. Credit: EWTN Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV to Visit Pavia in a Journey Marked by Faith and Healing

VATICAN CITY — The city of Pavia is preparing to welcome Pope Leo XIV on June 20 for
Pope Leo celebrates Mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary in Pompeii, Italy. Credit: Vatican Media. Screenshot of Vaticano. Credit: EWTN Vatican.

Pope Leo XIV’s Pastoral Visits Across Italy

ITALY — Pope Leo XIV has begun his first series of pastoral visits across Italy since his election,
Pope Leo in Equatorial Guinea with Young People and Families. Credit: Vatican Media

The Significance of Pope Leo XIV’s Africa Visit: A Message of Peace, Presence, and Hope

VATICAN CITY — After an extensive 11-day apostolic journey across Africa, Pope Leo XIV has returned to Rome,
Pope Leo celebrates Holy Mass in the Basilica of St. Augustine, Algeria. Credit: Vatican Media

Pope Leo XIV’s Historic Africa Journey: A “Pilgrim of Peace” in Algeria and Cameroon

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV has completed his longest apostolic journey to date, traveling to Algeria and
Pope Leo's recession at the Basilica of St. Augustine. Credit: Vatican Media. St. Augustine (Public Domain).

In the Footsteps of St. Augustine

Though he travelled to four countries during his apostolic visit to Africa, it was Algeria that held particular

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