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Pope at Corpus Christi Mass: We are called to share our bread, proclaim God's Kingdom
Posted on 06/22/2025 10:55 AM ()
At Rome's Cathedral Basilica of Saint John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV presides at Mass on the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, followed by the traditional Eucharistic procession to Saint Mary Major.
Pope Leo XIV: ‘Humanity cries out and pleads for peace’
Posted on 06/22/2025 04:21 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV appeals for an end to the tragedy of war, especially in the Middle East, and recalls that war only amplifies problems and creates deep wounds without providing lasting solutions.
Pope at Angelus: Christ's Body and Blood, the ultimate sacrifice of love
Posted on 06/22/2025 04:16 AM ()
At the Angelus on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, Pope Leo XIV calls Christ's Body and Blood in the Eucharist "a sacrifice of love for the salvation of the world."
International Safeguarding Conference: Togolese religious nun encourages open discussion about abuse
Posted on 06/22/2025 03:07 AM ()
This year's International Safeguarding Conference (ISC) "Women of faith, women of strength" at the Pontifical Gregorian University, in Rome, dealt with the topic of women and safeguarding. One of the pioneers in raising awareness of the problem of abuse is the Togo nun Mary Lembo
The future of 12 Palestinian villages in the West Bank under threat
Posted on 06/21/2025 10:56 AM ()
Twelve Palestinian villages in Masafer Yatta face imminent demolition following an Israeli decision to designate the area as a military firing zone. Local communities warn that the move paves the way for further displacement and settlement expansion.
Canada celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day
Posted on 06/21/2025 08:15 AM ()
The summer solstice, June 21, marks a day dedicated to celebrating the languages, cultures, and traditions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities across Canada.
US Bishops: Promote religious freedom through prayer, reflection, and action
Posted on 06/21/2025 06:28 AM ()
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops commemorate Religious Freedom Week, 22-29 June, inviting the faithful to promote religious freedom for all believers through prayer, education, and public action.
Holy See urges nations to ratify UN anti-landmine convention
Posted on 06/21/2025 04:49 AM ()
The Holy See has invited nations to ratify the Anti-Personnel Landmines Convention, upholding the link between development and disarmament.
Pope: ‘St. Thomas More offers politicians example of martyr for primacy of conscience’
Posted on 06/21/2025 03:21 AM ()
During the Jubilee of Governments, Pope Leo XIV meets with legislators from various nations and recalls the importance of natural law, entrusting them to St. Thomas More, whose "readiness to sacrifice his life rather than betray the truth makes him a martyr for freedom and for the primacy of conscience."
Helping migrants at 3,000 meters above sea level in Peruvian Andes
Posted on 06/21/2025 03:13 AM ()
A Christian-inspired nonprofit provides Venezuelan migrants seeking a better life in Peru guidance and physical assistance integrating into the new country.