Pope Leos Portrait Among the Popes
In keeping with a centuries-old tradition that follows the election of every pontiff, a mosaic bearing the portrait of Pope Leo XIV has now been installed in the Papal Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls. The work has taken its place in the right nave of the basilica, beside the portrait of Pope Francis, […]
New Film Released: St. Pier Giorgio Frassati
Known for his joyful faith and tireless service to the sick and the poor, Saint Pier Giorgio Frassati continues to inspire young people around the world. Moved by his witness, a prayer group in Switzerland decided to bring his life to the screen, creating a film that highlights the simplicity, depth, and joy of his […]
Who Answers When We Ask AI About God?
Artificial intelligence can deliver instant answers to almost any question. But when the questions turn to faith, suffering, evil, and God Himself, a deeper concern emerges: who is really answering? Questions such as “If God is love, why do the innocent die?”, “Why does evil exist?”, or “Is free will real?” are no longer asked […]
Archbishop Georg Gänswein: A Life at the Heart of the Papacy
For nearly two decades, Archbishop Georg Gänswein stood at the very center of Vatican life. As the private secretary of Pope Benedict XVI, he was not only a close collaborator but also the gatekeeper of the papacy—managing schedules, access, and encounters with the Successor of Peter. He was among the very few who knew of […]
Vatican Denies Restaurant Planned on St. Peter’s Basilica Terrace
There is already a small café serving coffee, drinks, and gelato on the roof of the historic church. The Vatican has said it is considering enlarging a small coffee and drinks bar already present on the terrace of St. Peter’s Basilica and has denied reports it plans to open a restaurant atop the historic church, […]
Vatican Endorses Journey to Redemption 2033 Youth Movement
The Vatican is lending its support to the Journey to Redemption 2033, a youth movement focused on spiritual renewal and culminating in a pilgrimage to Jerusalem to commemorate the Redemption. The Vatican has endorsed the Journey to Redemption 2033 project being promoted by the Spanish Bishops’ Conference as well as other episcopal conferences around the world. The […]
Leo XIV Urges Doctrine Office to Give Clear Guidance
The pope received the participants in the plenary session of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith (DDF) — one of the oldest and most significant offices in the Holy See — on Jan. 29. Pope Leo XIV on Thursday reminded members of the Vatican’s doctrine office of the urgency of offering clear doctrinal […]
Pope Leo XIV Urges Regnum Christi to Renew Its Charism
The pontiff urged members to clarify their vocation and strengthen communion across the apostolic movement. Pope Leo XIV met Thursday with members of the Regnum Christi federation’s general assemblies of consecrated women and lay consecrated men, urging them to deepen their sense of identity, embrace leadership as service, and strengthen communion across the apostolic movement’s […]
Vatican: Pope Leo warns against Fake News
This week at the Vatican, Church leaders reflected on the credibility of Christian witness, the ethical challenges posed by emerging technologies, and the responsibilities of justice and communication in a rapidly changing world. From celebrations in Denmark honoring a foundational missionary saint, to papal messages addressing judges and journalists, the Holy Father and Vatican officials […]
7 Things to Know Before Pope Leo XIV Visits Equatorial Guinea
Here are key things to know ahead of the Pope’s trip to Equatorial Guinea, which will be part of his 2026 visit to Africa. Pope Leo XIV is expected to visit the Republic of Equatorial Guinea in what will be his first pastoral journey to Africa since his election as pontiff in May 2025, a […]
