Two Lessons from Saint Peter for When We Struggle to Accept and Understand God’s Ways, According to Leo XIV

Aug 30, 2026 08:39

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Pope Leo XIV recited the Marian prayer of the Angelus from Castel Gandolfo Photo: Vatican Media

Euthanasia•Pro Life

California sees record assisted suicide deaths after 150% rise in five years

The 1,235 deaths account for 0.438% of all deaths for residents of California in 2025.

Aug 28, 2026 06:29

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Local Church

Mexican bishop imposes restrictions on lay presiding at liturgical celebrations and on the use of vestments intended for the clergy

Under the new provisions, laypeople who have not been instituted in the stable ministry of acolyte may not preside over celebrations of the Word, funeral rites, sacramentals or other liturgical acts proper to ordained ministers

Aug 28, 2026 06:23

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Local Church•Pope Leo XIV

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

Aug 28, 2026 06:17

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Justice and Peace•Vatican Diplomacy

To be clear: “This war must end”: The Pope’s foreign minister to Putin’s foreign minister in Moscow

The Vatican Returns to Moscow: Leo XIV’s Peace Diplomacy Opens a Difficult Channel With Russia

Aug 27, 2026 22:11

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Pope Leo XIV

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

Aug 27, 2026 21:43

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Pope Leo XIV will not participate in the anniversary of St. John Paul II’s historic World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi

The Vatican’s decision does not suggest a setback in his recovery: reflects the prudence required after major surgery, even when clinical results are encouraging. The Pope had been expected to attend the gathering entitled “Disarmed and Disarming Peace,” which will bring together Christian leaders, representatives of other religious traditions and invited guests in the Umbrian town.

Pope Leo XIV to Jews at the Vatican: The Church does not tolerate anti-Semitism and combats it, in accordance with the Gospel itself

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Two Lessons from Saint Peter for When We Struggle to Accept and Understand God’s Ways, According to Leo XIV

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Arrest Made in Arson of Historic Canadian Church

2 out of 10 U.S. bishops are willing to ordain gay priests, according to a study

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Peruvian Bishops Warn of Scams Using Pope Leo XIV’s Name and Image Weeks Before His Visit

California sees record assisted suicide deaths after 150% rise in five years

Mexican bishop imposes restrictions on lay presiding at liturgical celebrations and on the use of vestments intended for the clergy

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

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