Heiner Wilmer takes the helm of the German Bishops’ Conference: he will present the controversial Synodal Conference to the Vatican

Feb 25, 2026 22:44

Wilmer, bishop of Hildesheim since 2018, was chosen on February 24 during the spring plenary assembly of the German episcopate Photo: German Bishops' Conference

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Record number of adults to be received into Catholic Church in Southwark

Of the 590-plus adults being received into the Church from across the Archdiocese of Southwark, 57% are women and 43% are men. The data reveals a notably young demographic, with half aged 35 and under, 37% under 30 and 20% between the ages of 18-2

Feb 23, 2026 21:37

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Pope Leo XIV to priests: no to homilies with Artificial Intelligence and the search for “likes” and “followers” on social media

The Pope also warned against a subtler distortion of priestly identity: the search for validation on social media platforms such as TikTok. The illusion, he suggested, is to believe that accumulating followers or “likes” means one is effectively evangelizing

Feb 23, 2026 21:16

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Four Important Answers from Leo XIV to Issues Such as The Difficulties of Young Clergy, Pastoral Challenges, Priestly Fraternity, and Elderly Priests

The Pope’s Answers to Four Questions from the Clergy of the Diocese of Rome

Feb 23, 2026 09:47

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Photo Gallery: 1,500 People Per Hour. This Was the First Day of the Historic Exhibition of the Mortal Remains of St. Francis of Assisi

The figures are those of a great «Franciscan Jubilee»: all places for this first day were sold out, confirming expectations, with a total of approximately 18,000 people entering the Lower Church of the Basilica to pay homage to the Saint of Assisi.

Feb 22, 2026 11:51

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This Is the Official Portrait of Leo XIV Presented to the Pope by the Artist Himself

The work has now found its permanent location in the «Hall of Congregations,» on the third floor of the Apostolic Palace.

Feb 22, 2026 11:48

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Pope Leo XIV won’t be visiting the U.S. in 2026, but his popemobile will: here’s what we know

The papal vehicle, now rebranded as the “Hopemobile,” will not simply travel as a static exhibit. Organizers intend it to become a focal point for public encounters, prayer gatherings, and moments of reflection along the route. The objective is twofold: to raise funds for humanitarian programs and to bring the reality of war’s victims

“On the Universality of the Church and the Importance of Dialogue”: A Reflection by Leo XIV

Address by Pope Leo XIV to the Delegation of “Weltkirche & Dialog” from the Archdiocese of Cologne

Heiner Wilmer takes the helm of the German Bishops’ Conference: he will present the controversial Synodal Conference to the Vatican

From Africa to Spain via Monaco: this is Leo XIV’s global travel schedule for 2026

America’s Quiet Demographic Turn: Birth Rates Dip Again

Did Pope Leo XIV speak out against the Spanish party Vox, which is aligned with the Trump administration?

Pope Leo XIV will visit Algeria, the land of Saint Augustine, according to local media: these are the dates given by the press

Mexico After “El Mencho”: Bloodshed, Blockades and a Church Plea to “Recover Courage”

Cardinal Dolan reveals that the US Vice President apologized to him for a false and defamatory comment

Record number of adults to be received into Catholic Church in Southwark

Pope Leo XIV to priests: no to homilies with Artificial Intelligence and the search for “likes” and “followers” on social media

Four Important Answers from Leo XIV to Issues Such as The Difficulties of Young Clergy, Pastoral Challenges, Priestly Fraternity, and Elderly Priests

Photo Gallery: 1,500 People Per Hour. This Was the First Day of the Historic Exhibition of the Mortal Remains of St. Francis of Assisi

This Is the Official Portrait of Leo XIV Presented to the Pope by the Artist Himself