Local Church

125 Years of Jakarta Cathedral, the Cathedral of the Friendship Tunnel with the Mosque

The project for a tunnel connecting the largest mosque in Southeast Asia, the Istiqlal Grand Mosque of Jakarta, and the Cathedral was approved. In 2020. Both places of worship are located in the center of the capital of Indonesia, the fourth most populous country in the world, separated only by a busy avenue.

Apr 28, 2026 11:01

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Pope Leo XIV•Vatican Diplomacy

Some Characteristics of the Papal Diplomatic Priest: The Tasks Assigned by Leo XIV to Those Preparing to Become His Ambassadors

Address by the Holy Father to the community of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy on the occasion of its 325th anniversary

Apr 27, 2026 17:02

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Ecumenism•Pope Leo XIV

This is what the women Archbishop of Canterbury said to Pope Leo XIV: full speech

Address by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Dame Sarah Mullally on the Occasion of an Audience with His Holiness Pope Leo XIV

Apr 27, 2026 16:50

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Ecumenism•Pope Leo XIV

PHOTO GALLERY: Pope Leo XIV speaks clearly and transparently to the first Archbishop of Canterbury: full communion is more difficult

Address by Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of the audience with Her Grace Sarah Mullally, Archbishop of Canterbury, and her entourage

Apr 27, 2026 16:24

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Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church

New President elected for the Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales

The Bishops of England and Wales have elected Archbishop Richard Moth, Archbishop of Westminster, as President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales.

Apr 27, 2026 10:37

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Vatican Diplomacy

Charles Personnaz, a Catholic Specializing in the Christian East, Is Appointed as France’s New Ambassador to the Holy See

In 2018, he presented a report to the President of the Republic on strengthening France’s efforts to protect its heritage and support the educational network of Christian communities in the Middle East.

Apr 27, 2026 10:19

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Analysis Opinion•Local Church

The Impact of the Bible in 2026: Openness to the Bible’s message is on the rise, while its use and reading are declining. Findings from a study by the American Bible Society

State of the Bible findings come from a nationally representative survey designed by American Bible Society and fielded by NORC at the University of Chicago, using their AmeriSpeak panel

Apr 27, 2026 10:00

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Rome•Vocations

Rome Experiences Thrilling Seminary Soccer Cup Final: Legionaries Defeat Augustinians and Are Crowned Champions

The Cup was held on the fields of the Roman parish of Saint Leonardo Murialdo, near the Pontifical Basilica of Saint Paul Outside-the-Walls, south of Rome, and brought together seminarians and teams from nine different Roman Seminaries.

Apr 27, 2026 09:44

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Pope Leo XIV•Priests•Vocations

A Priest’s 3 Secrets: Leo XIV’s Beautiful Homily (and Task) at His Second Mass for Priestly Ordinations as Pope

The Pope’s Homily on the Occasion of the Priestly Ordinations during the World Day of Prayer for Vocations

Apr 26, 2026 23:49

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Pope Leo XIV•Pro Life

The Death Penalty in the U.S.: On the Same Day, Pope Leo XIV and the Trump Administration Weigh In (With Opposing Views)

In 2025, 11 of those states carried out executions. In 2024, 9 states carried out the death penalty, and in 2023, 5

Apr 26, 2026 22:59

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Local Church•Young People

Here are the 5 themes for World Youth Day Seoul 2027: the major global gathering of young Catholics

The selection process began in late 2024 and included a nationwide survey of young people, youth ministers and pastoral workers, followed by a review of candidates and deliberation by the LOC

Apr 26, 2026 21:38

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Angelus•Pope Leo XIV

Which “thieves” have tried to break into our fold? The Pope’s thoughtful response

Address on the occasion of the Regina Coeli prayer on Sunday, April 26, 2026

Apr 26, 2026 20:31

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