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Vatican
Pope Leo steers discourse back to Africa trip after White House criticisms cloud initial days
Speaking only on his ongoing papal trip to journalists, Pope Leo XIV is drawing international attention he has received this week away from U.S. politics.
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U.S. Bishops’ Chairman on Doctrine Issues Clarification on Just War Theory
“When Pope Leo XIV speaks as supreme pastor of the universal Church, he is not merely offering opinions on theology, he is preaching the Gospel and exercising his...
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Vatican
Pope finds the embodiment of the ‘guiding principle above all’ in Algeria
Pope Leo XIV casts Algeria as a quiet model of solidarity and charity, showing how everyday acts of mercy can lay the groundwork for peace.
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Vatican
Following Trump's critical post, Pope Leo continues his plea for peace
After Trump’s social media attack, Pope Leo XIV responded with unusual candor aboard the papal flight, brushing aside political conflict and pressing ahead with his call...
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Bishop Chairmen Urge Administration to Extend Commitments on Life to All Vulnerable Mothers, Infants, and Children in the Womb
“No matter one’s immigration status, there is no overarching justification for separating nursing infants from their mothers or endangering the health and safety of...
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Archbishop Coakley’s Response to President Trump’s Social Media Post on Pope Leo XIV
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Prayer
Pope decries horror, inhumanity that 'some adults boast of with pride'
Pope Leo XIV called for a prayer vigil April 11 to tell the whole world it is possible for all people of all religions and ethnicities to live together and that "we want...
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Annual Catholic Home Missions Appeal Serves Those Who “Thirst for the Gospel”
The appeal supports nearly 75 Latin Rite dioceses and Eastern Catholic eparchies in the United States and its current and former territories that cannot sustain ministry...
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As U.S. Seeks a Negotiated End to War in Iran, Bishop Zaidan Calls for Peace and Humanitarian Assistance for Lebanon
“As the United States seeks a negotiated end to the war in Iran, I call on President Trump and the international community to ensure that the people of Lebanon receive...
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Vatican
Pope Leo praises ceasefire as ‘genuine hope,’ presses for dialogue, peace
Pope Leo XIV praised the Middle East ceasefire as a hopeful breakthrough after escalating tensions, condemned threats against Iran, and called on the faithful to pray for...