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

Jun 22, 2026 10:09

Bishop Daniel E. Thomas of Toledo, chairman of the USCCB Committee on Pro-Life Activities Photo: The Blade/Dave Zapotosky

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

Cardinals and Bishops•Pope Leo XIV

The Priority of the Gospel, Synodality According to Leo XIV, and the Types of Courage Needed Today in the Church

Pope’s Address to the Italian Bishops

May 28, 2026 04:56

ZENIT Staff

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The Vatican reconfirms the Pope’s trip to Argentina, Uruguay, and Peru and releases one of its longest medical reports

Dr. Luigi Carbone confirms that the Holy Father’s recovery after the surgery continues, and the latest medical examinations attest to his good health and favorable clinical condition. Based on his current clinical status, there are no contraindications that would prevent him from undertaking his upcoming apostolic journey to Latin America as planned

The personal relationship that God asks of every Christian, as explained by Pope Leo XIV

Address on the Occasion of the Angelus Prayer on Sunday, October 25, 2026

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

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

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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

The Priority of the Gospel, Synodality According to Leo XIV, and the Types of Courage Needed Today in the Church