Pope Leo XIV

Pope answers questions about migrants, Venezuela, Rupnik trial

At the end of his weekly trip to Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV spoke to reporters before heading back to the Vatican.

Global Poverty, Development and Trade

U.S. Bishops Observe 9th World Day of the Poor with Annual Collection to Support Anti-Poverty Efforts of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development

On November 15-16, parishes in many Catholic dioceses throughout the United States are able to observe this year’s World Day of the Poor by taking a collection for the...

USCCB and CRS Urgently Ask World Leaders to Address Climate Change at COP30

"As all of us are impacted, so must we all be responsible for addressing this global challenge."

Doctrine of the Faith

Mary, mother of Jesus and all believers, is not co-redeemer, Vatican says

With the approval of Pope Leo XIV, the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith published a long document on the titles of love and respect Catholics have for Mary and her...

Retirement Fund for Religious Collection Provides Support for Women and Men Religious

Annual effort aids more than 21,000 retired religious in the United States.

Vatican

Christ 'tamed' death, but people may still feel sad or outraged, pope says

At a Nov. 3 memorial Mass for Pope Francis and deceased cardinals and bishops, Pope Leo XIV said the crucified and risen Christ’s love has “tamed” death, turning sorrow...

Pope Leo XIV

Prayer for beloved dead is sign of hope of being together again, pope says

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass on the feast of All Souls in Rome's largest cemetery, offering consoling words to mourners and reminding them of the hope that comes from...

Vatican

At education Jubilee, pope names St. John Henry Newman 'doctor of the church'

Celebrating the feast of All Saints and concluding the Jubilee of the World of Education, Pope Leo XIV held up the example of St. John Henry Newman.

Youth and Young Adults Ministries

Faith thrives in community, not isolation, pope tells young adults

At the end of their four-day meeting in Rome, Pope Leo XIV met with members of the International Youth Advisory Body, a group of 20 young adults from around the world...

Immigration

Refugee Resettlement Must Remain a Safe and Secure Legal Pathway, Says Bishop Seitz

Bishop Seitz’s remarks follow the Administration’s formal publication of the Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions for Fiscal Year 2026, which allows up to 7...