PHOTO GALLERY: A look at the visit to Gaza by Catholic Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa and Orthodox Patriarch Theophilos III: here’s what they did and what they saw

Jun 24, 2026 18:10

Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem and Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, visited Gaza on June 22–23 Photo: Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem

Cardinals and Bishops•Local Church•Pope Leo XIV

Archbishop of Paris Announces More Details of the Pope’s Visit to the French Capital

Letter from Archbishop Laurent Ulrich regarding the Pope’s visit to Paris on September 25-26, 2026.

Jun 10, 2026 12:47

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Persecuted Christians

Bishop who spoke out against Islamist violence in Mozambique is murdered

The tragedy prompted an immediate response from Pope Leo XIV, who expressed sorrow over what the Vatican described as a “grave act of violence.” The Pope assured the faithful of his prayers for the people of Mozambique, asking God to comfort those affected by the tragedy and to “stop the hand of violence.”

Jun 10, 2026 11:54

ZENIT Staff

Cardinals and Bishops•Pope Leo XIV

The topics the Pope will discuss with all the world’s cardinals in late June have been announced: liturgy is not on the agenda

The agenda itself is revealing. While speculation in some circles had focused on possible discussions concerning liturgical questions or curial reform, the Consistory will instead concentrate on issues that Leo XIV appears to regard as more urgent

Jun 04, 2026 08:24

Valentina di Giorgio

Cardinals and Bishops•Holy Land•Interview•Persecuted Christians•Religious Freedom

The Grammar of Hate: An Interview with Bishop Rafic Nahra, Auxiliary Bishop of Jerusalem, on the Situation in the Holy Land

Even before October 7, 2023, «extremists felt protected by the authorities, or at least tolerated.» Radicalism, distorted interpretations of the Bible, polarization, and economic interests. «The greatest victory of evil is when it manages to contaminate the victim.»

May 30, 2026 10:44

Simone Varisco

Cardinals and Bishops•Islam•Local Church

Italian bishop announces plan to evangelize Muslims in his diocese: offering Christ, not just material aid

The origin of the initiative come from an ordinary Caritas meeting. A lay volunteer reportedly asked a simple but uncomfortable question: why does the Church dedicate so much energy to material support while failing to offer migrants “the most precious thing we possess — faith and the Gospel”?

May 28, 2026 13:24

Covadonga Asturias

Do you need to forgive, or have you been forgiven? This brief reflection by Pope Leo XIV is for you

Address on the Occasion of the Angelus Prayer on Sunday, September 13, 2026

Leo XIV in France: What the Numbers Show and What You Need to Know About a Visit That’s Already Being Called a Success

Leo XIV will encounter both enormous crowds and much smaller groups, moving between the public square and more intimate encounters

PHOTO GALLERY: A look at the visit to Gaza by Catholic Patriarch Pierbattista Pizzaballa and Orthodox Patriarch Theophilos III: here’s what they did and what they saw

USA: Bishop Thomas’ Statement on the Anniversary of the Dobbs Decision

Here’s what the second consistory of Leo XIV will look like: topics, schedule, and procedure. All the cardinals will be in Rome on the last weekend of June 2026

The Wonderful Spiritual Testament of Cardinal Camillo Ruini and His Confession of Discomfort with Pope Francis Regarding Reopening Wounds Healed After the Council

«Hope Should Not Be Confused with a Solution»: ZENIT’s Interview with Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem

The President of France awards Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa the title of “Knight of the Legion of Honor”

The United States “consecrates” itself to the Sacred Heart despite opposition or indifference from 17 of the country’s bishops

Archbishop of Paris Announces More Details of the Pope’s Visit to the French Capital

Bishop who spoke out against Islamist violence in Mozambique is murdered

The topics the Pope will discuss with all the world’s cardinals in late June have been announced: liturgy is not on the agenda

The Grammar of Hate: An Interview with Bishop Rafic Nahra, Auxiliary Bishop of Jerusalem, on the Situation in the Holy Land

Italian bishop announces plan to evangelize Muslims in his diocese: offering Christ, not just material aid