Islam•Justice and Peace

Trump announces the killing of the second-in-command of the Islamic State in Nigeria

The elimination of a high-ranking terrorist figure is unquestionably significant. Yet in Nigeria, where violence linked to extremist movements has scarred communities for years, many observers know that removing individual leaders does not automatically resolve the deeper crisis

May 19, 2026 10:41

ZENIT Staff

Analysis Opinion•Local Church•Testimonies

Growing Up Christian in the Churchless Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Police surveillance and intrusion are far more of a reality if you’re poorer and live in apartments that have illegal immigrants. These were the types of places where foreigners — often from Ethiopia or the Philippines — would get caught as a group partaking in Christian activities.

May 19, 2026 10:27

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Analysis Opinion•Cardinals and Bishops•Homosexuality

A cardinal with voting rights has spoken out against a controversial pro-gay synodal report

The most immediate concern involves the report’s treatment of same-sex relationships. The document presents testimonies from individuals with homosexual attractions without providing the Church’s moral framework for understanding these experiences

May 19, 2026 10:19

ZENIT Staff

Ecumenism

English Anglicans report a fifth consecutive year of increased church attendance

In a typical week, around 707,000 people attended Church of England services, a modest increase of 0.7 percent over the previous year and a notable rise of 15.5 percent since 2021, when churches were still recovering from the effects of COVID-era restrictions

May 19, 2026 09:56

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Persecuted Christians•Priests

Nigeria: Priest Released After Three Months in Captivity

Father Nathaniel Asuwaye was kidnapped on Saturday, 7th February, when gunmen attacked Holy Trinity Parish in Karku, Kaduna State, where he serves as Parish Priest.

May 19, 2026 09:50

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Pope Leo XIV•Vatican Diplomacy

Iran’s President Appeals to the Pope Regarding the Situation in His Country and the War in the Middle East

According to the contents of the letter, Pezeshkian accused Israel and the United States of carrying out actions that he described as responsible for thousands of casualties and widespread destruction

May 18, 2026 18:19

ZENIT Staff

Pope Leo XIV

Seven Things You Should Know Before the Publication of Leo XIV’s First Major Magisterial Document

Seven things you should know before the publication of Leo XIV’s first major magisterial document.

May 18, 2026 18:06

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Local Church

U.S. bishops announce the consecration of the country to the Sacred Heart on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of independence

In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. bishops will consecrate the United States of America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus on Thursday, June 11

May 18, 2026 17:48

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Angelus•Pope Leo XIV

The Ascension of the Lord and Us: An Explanation by Pope Leo XIV

Address on the occasion of the Regina Coeli prayer on Sunday, May 17, 2026

May 17, 2026 11:59

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Pope Leo XIV

The Role of Banks and Credit Unions in Our Society, According to Pope Leo XIV

Remarks by the Pope during an audience with executives and employees of various Italian banks

May 16, 2026 12:10

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Pope Leo XIV

The words of Pope Leo XIV that every child preparing for Confirmation should read

Words from the Pope to teenagers in the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Genoa who have received or will receive the sacrament of Confirmation

May 16, 2026 12:07

ZENIT Staff

Pope Leo XIV

The comprehensive fight against drugs and organized crime, based on justice, human dignity, and international cooperation, according to Pope Leo XIV

The Pope’s Address to Participants in the Interparliamentary Conference on the Fight Against Organized Crime in the OSCE Region

May 15, 2026 12:04

ZENIT Staff