The World’s Oldest Priest Dies: Who Was He? How Old Was He? Where Did He Live?

Jun 11, 2026 08:25

Rafael Llanes

The Diocese of Fulda, Germany, announced on May 30 the death of Father Kant.

Good News•Pope Leo XIV•Priests

Here’s how Pope Leo XIV’s surprise video call to Lebanese priests in a war zone went

The encounter lasted only a few minutes, yet those present described it as deeply moving. For clergy ministering among bombed streets, damaged homes, and communities exhausted by months of violence, the brief conversation carried a significance far greater than its duration.

May 06, 2026 10:02

ZENIT Staff

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

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Persecuted Christians•Priests•Religious Freedom

Colombian President Harasses Catholic Priest Live on Air for Speaking Out Against Communism

At the center of the storm is President Gustavo Petro, who, during a recent cabinet meeting, publicly rebuked a priest from the Parish of the Holy Family in Bogotá

Apr 21, 2026 17:57

ZENIT Staff

Local Church•Priests

Success Story: This Is the Residence Where 8 Out of 10 Priests with Psychological Issues Find Success

Alongside four priests, approximately 25 professionals from various disciplines contribute to the program, reflecting an interdisciplinary approach that combines spiritual direction with psychological and human formation. The results suggest a significant degree of effectiveness

Apr 11, 2026 18:18

ZENIT Staff

Pope Leo XIV•Priests

3 Characteristics of the mission to which God calls His people: a homily for priests on Holy Thursday that applies throughout the year

Homily by Pope Leo XIV on the occasion of the Chrism Mass on Holy Thursday

Apr 02, 2026 12:20

ZENIT Staff

The King of Norway Dies: This Is Pope Leo XIV’s Official Statement

In his telegram, addressed to the new Norwegian sovereign, Leo XIV said he was deeply saddened by the death and extended his condolences to Haakon VIII, the Royal Family and the Norwegian people

Vanity Fair Names Leon XIV One of the Fashion Icons of 2026

Vanity Fair placed Leo XIV sixth in its “Originals” category in its 2026 best-dressed list, praising the distinctive combination of his cream-colored cassock and sneakers

The World’s Oldest Priest Dies: Who Was He? How Old Was He? Where Did He Live?

Pope Leo XIV calls the liturgy the “driving force of evangelization” and urges priests to respect liturgical texts and norms

Beautiful Stories of Priestly Longevity! These Are the Greatest Priests in the World

Nigeria: Priest Released After Three Months in Captivity

Israel expels (from Palestine!) a young Catholic priest: the most influential figure in Palestine’s Christian community

Three Bits of Advice from the Pope for Newly Ordained Priests: Leo XIV’s Words to a Group of Legionaries of Christ

A Catholic priest goes to the doctor and is prescribed euthanasia twice: here’s how that unpleasant experience unfolded

Here’s how Pope Leo XIV’s surprise video call to Lebanese priests in a war zone went

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

Colombian President Harasses Catholic Priest Live on Air for Speaking Out Against Communism

Success Story: This Is the Residence Where 8 Out of 10 Priests with Psychological Issues Find Success

3 Characteristics of the mission to which God calls His people: a homily for priests on Holy Thursday that applies throughout the year