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Pope encourages Syro-Malankara faithful in Europe to be messengers of hope
Posted on 06/15/2026 04:18 AM ()
Pope Leo encourages Syro-Malankara Catholics living in Europe to remain rooted in their ecclesial heritage, and become "messengers of hope” as their Church prepares for its centenary.
Pope Leo: 'Nostra aetate took a firm stand against antisemitism'
Posted on 06/15/2026 03:25 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV meets with representatives of the United Jewish Appeal-Federation of New York on Monday, thanking the organization for work to help vulnerable populations, and stressing that in a world still wounded by division and conflict, the Vatican II Declaration 'Nostra aetate' called us "to move beyond past misunderstandings toward collaboration for the common good."
Papal visit inspires Barcelona parish to continue mission of service and hope
Posted on 06/15/2026 02:28 AM ()
Fr. Faustin John Mlelwa, an Augustinian priest and parish priest of Sant Augustin Parish in Barcelona, Spain, has described the recent visit of Pope Leo XIV to Barcelona and, in particular, to his parish as a blessing. Tanzanian-born Fr. Mlelwa shared the story of his priestly mission in Barcelona with Vatican News.
Pope’s World Day of Poor message: The Lord is refuge of the poor
Posted on 06/14/2026 05:05 AM ()
In his message for the 10th World Day of the Poor, Pope Leo XIV reflects on God as “the refuge of the poor,” urging Christians to rediscover the central place of the poor and examine our commitment to justice, solidarity, and human dignity.
Pope Leo renews gratitude to God for Apostolic Journey to Spain
Posted on 06/14/2026 04:43 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV renews his appreciation for the people of Spain, especially King Felipe VI, and their welcome and enthusiasm during his Apostolic Journey.
Pope Leo prays for Filipinos affected by massive earthquake
Posted on 06/14/2026 04:38 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV prays for the dozens of people killed in a recent earthquake in the Philippines, and welcomes new Blesseds into the Church.
Pope at Angelus: God’s grace is freely given and must be shared
Posted on 06/14/2026 04:13 AM ()
At the Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Leo XIV recalls the abundance of God’s grace and every Christian’s mission to share Christ’s forgiveness with all people.
Cardinal You Heung-sik: Korean Peninsula can never give up on peace
Posted on 06/14/2026 03:44 AM ()
Cardinal Lazarus You Heung-sik, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Clergy, celebrates Mass to pray for peace and reconciliation on the Korean peninsula, attended by South Korean President Lee Jae-myung.
Catholic Bishops consecrate USA to Sacred Heart of Jesus
Posted on 06/13/2026 08:17 AM ()
Ahead of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, US Catholic Bishops gather in Florida to consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Italian missionary in Brazil beatified on June 13
Posted on 06/13/2026 06:34 AM ()
Fr. Nazareno Lanciotti, a Eucharistic and Marian missionary, is beatified on June 13 in Brazil for his martyrdom due to his work on behalf of the most vulnerable.