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Sharing joy of discovery contributes to peace, pope tells astronomers

Pope Leo XIV encouraged young astronomers attending a summer school at the Vatican Observatory to share their knowledge and the joy of discovery for the benefit all of...

Bishop Zaidan Urges Ardent Prayers for Peace in the Middle East

“We urge the United States and the broader international community to exert every effort to renew a multilateral diplomatic engagement for the attainment of a durable...

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Pope: Sport reveals beauty of God, teaches teamwork, humility and hope

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the feast of the Holy Trinity and the conclusion of the Jubilee of Sport at the Vatican.

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Full text: Pope Leo XIV's address to the young people of Chicago and the whole world

Here is the full text of Pope Leo's address to those gathered to celebrate the Chicago-born pope's election. The full video is below.

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Pope urges peace, warns against escalation in Middle East conflict

Pope Leo addressed rising tensions in the Middle East during an audience with pilgrims in Rome for the Holy Year 2025.

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Pope sets Sept. 7 for joint canonization of Blesseds Acutis and Frassati

The two young Italian laymen will be the first saints canonized by the new pope.

Deacons serve an invaluable role in bringing the hope of the Gospel

“By their witness in the local Church, within their families, at the workplace, and while serving the poor, the life of a deacon displays the servant heart of Christ in...

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Diversity is cause for strength, not division, pope tells Rome clergy

In his first official meeting with clergy ministering in the Diocese of Rome, Pope Leo XIV called for unity, spiritual integrity and a courageous response to the...

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Call out to Jesus for healing; he will hear you, pope says

At this weekly general audience, Pope Leo XIV encouraged people to hope and trust that Jesus will hear their cries for help for themselves and for their loved ones.

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Papal diplomats must always defend poor, religious freedom, pope says

Pope Leo XIV thanked papal representatives for their role as diplomats and pastors, asking them to build bridges and relationships "where it is hardest to do."

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