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Pope Leo XIV: Migrants lost at sea are victims of choices made and unmade
Celebrating Mass on the Mediterranean island of Lampedusa, Pope Leo XIV urged Europe to respond to migration with long-term policies rooted in human dignity.
SSPX rejects Vatican’s excommunication, calls it ‘objectively’ unjust and invalid
In a letter addressed to Pope Leo XIV, released on July 3, Father Davide Pagliarani, superior general of the SSPX, justified the episcopal consecrations that prompted the Vatican’s decree.
Pope Leo XIV congratulates the U.S. on its 250th anniversary
The pontiff's letter stressed religious freedom, the right to life, and the contributions of Catholics and immigrants to American history.
EWTN News explains: As a Catholic, can you attend an SSPX Mass?
The traditionalist group has been declared in schism with the Catholic Church after an illicit "ordination" of bishops.
Peter’s Pence collected more than $65.8 million for the pope’s mission in 2025
Almost $50 million was used to support the activities of the Holy See in the service of the Holy Father's apostolic mission. U.S Catholics contributed 26.1% of the total.
2 SSPX bishops hold dubious distinction of being excommunicated twice
Society of St. Pius X bishops Galarreta and Fellay have been excommunicated twice: by Pope John Paul II in 1988 and again on July 2 for the canonical offense of schism.
Vatican official to Catholic journalists: Be ‘disciples before influencers’
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu reflected on the importance of communicating the truth in a digital age of trends.
Pope Leo XIV to spend July 4 with migrants on Italian island of Lampedusa
Only about 80 miles from Tunisia, Lampedusa is a main gateway for Africans escaping poverty and violence to enter the continent of Europe.
Vatican releases biopic on Pope Leo XIV’s early years in Rome
The Dicastery for Communication released a documentary on July 1 about the then-Robert Prevost’s two decades in the Eternal City.
Vatican confirms excommunication of SSPX bishops, declares schism
Because the traditionalist group consecrated bishops without papal approval, the Vatican issued a decree on July 2 declaring those bishops and their consecrators automatically excommunicated.
Parolin: SSPX ordinations are ‘schismatic’
Cardinal Pietro Parolin said the episcopal ordinations carried out without papal mandate by the Society of St. Pius X “deeply wound” Church unity.
Vatican begins 5-year, 5-million-euro restoration of Renaissance frescoes in Hall of Raphael
The conservation work marks “a pivotal moment both in the history of restoration and in the history of Italian Renaissance art,” according to Vatican Museums Director Barbara Jatta.
SSPX consecrates bishops in defiance of Rome’s schism warning
The unauthorized July 1 rite in Écône, Switzerland, came despite Pope Leo XIV’s appeal to “please turn back” and could trigger automatic excommunication for the six bishops involved.
Vatican financial watchdog loses autonomy
The Authority for Financial Information and Supervision is now effectively structured as an office, with its leadership appointed directly by the pope for five-year terms.
Pope Leo strengthens Roman Curia with new appointments in key Vatican dicasteries
With Tuesday’s nominations, the pope changed the No. 2 positions in dicasteries for which he appointed the top officials earlier this year.
Amid abuse scandal in UK, Pope Leo XIV appoints apostolic administrator to Northampton
On June 30, the pontiff appointed Archbishop Richard Moth of Westminster to temporarily replace Bishop David Oakley, charged with sexual abuse.
Pope Leo XIV names nun, cardinal to succeed Cardinal Czerny at human development office
Sister Alessandra Smerilli, FMA, is the third woman in history to be nominated to lead a Vatican dicastery.
Vatican Observatory addresses one of science’s greatest enigmas: quantum gravity
A conference addressed the subject of quantum gravity with regard to the incompatibility of quantum mechanics with general relativity, presenting a challenge for researchers to propose solutions.
Pope Leo XIV pleads with SSPX to halt episcopal consecrations
The pontiff appealed to the traditionalist group to call off their planned episcopal consecrations — but their leader's reply made it clear they would go ahead.
‘A bit surreal’: American pilgrims join new archbishops in Rome for pallium Mass
Hundreds of US Catholics accompanied the four new U.S. metropolitan archbishops who received their pallia June 29 from Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV: Peter and Paul show the path to Christian unity
The pontiff celebrated Mass on June 29 and bestowed the pallium on 35 new archbishops.
Pope Leo XIV dismisses schismatic Spanish priest
In 2024, the priest's obstinacy had previously led his bishop, José Ignacio Munilla, to remove him from any office or position within the diocese.
Pope Leo XIV prays for Venezuela quake victims at Angelus
The pope expressed solidarity with those affected by recent earthquakes, following a reflection on “detachment, loss, and hospitality” in Christian love.
Leo XIV to bestow pallium on these 4 U.S. archbishops in 'extra special' moment with American pope
Pope Leo XIV will impose the pallia at a Mass for the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul in St. Peter’s Basilica on June 29.
Pope Leo XIV closes consistory with appeal to help world find God’s paths to peace
The pope thanked the College of Cardinals for their work during a two-day extraordinary consistory, highlighting their reflections on war, poverty, and social fragmentation.
Cardinal Müller calls SSPX consecrations schismatic, defends the Latin Mass
The former Vatican doctrine chief likened the Society of St. Pius X to the ancient Donatist schism, days before its planned July 1 episcopal consecrations at Écône.
Leo XIV encourages representatives of North American Jesuit colleges as they confront challenges
The pope reflected on the Jesuits' four Universal Apostolic Preferences to address today's challenges: the Spiritual Exercises, walking with the poor, a hope-filled future, and the care of creation.
Cardinals confront a ‘wounded world’ at opening of synodal consistory
The 178 cardinals attending the two-day consistory spoke of growing polarization within their respective societies.
Pope Leo XIV defends synodal consistory as path to ‘grow in communion’
Acknowledging reservations among some cardinals, the pope urged confidence in the format in his opening address, and asked that they offer him their “strong, explicit and public” support.
Pope Leo XIV meets with Synod on Synodality teams ahead of 2028 assembly
The pontiff met with the synod members to conclude a conference at the Vatican June 23-25.
Pope Leo XIV sends 100K euros to Venezuela for humanitarian aid after major earthquakes
Venezuela was hit by two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude on June 24.
Pope Leo XIV: Sport is an opportunity for spiritual growth
The pope met with members of the Italian Swimming Federation at the Vatican on June 25.
Vatican hosts Christians, Dharmic faiths to strengthen fraternity in Europe
Representatives of Christianity and Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism met in Rome to promote interreligious dialogue and cooperation across the continent.
English edition of Pope Leo XIV's early writings set for release
The book "Freedom Under Grace," which contains the pope's writings from his time as an Augustinian friar, will be released in September.
SSPX issues declaration of faith to Pope Leo XIV and cardinals ahead of consistory
The traditionalist society published an open letter to the Vatican on June 24, ahead of the extraordinary consistory of cardinals and their episcopal consecrations without papal approval.
Pope Benedict XVI's private homilies published in English
Ignatius Press released the English edition of "The Lord Holds Us by the Hand" on June 24.
Pope Leo XIV: Writing is an act of humanity that leads to God
The pope met with authors to mark the 100th anniversary of the Vatican Publishing House.
Pope Leo XIV appoints new bishop of Ponce, Puerto Rico
Father Geraldo Ramírez Torres was appointed the ninth bishop of Ponce on June 24.
Pope Leo XIV: The Eucharist is a powerful antidote to division
At his Wednesday general audience, the pope continued his catechesis on Vatican II’s Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, reflecting on the mystery of the Eucharist.
Vatican promotes Peter’s Pence 2026 collection
The annual collection to support the pope's charitable activities takes place June 28, and donations can be made now online.
‘Summer Christmas’: Why does the Church celebrate the birthday of St. John the Baptist?
Because it falls exactly six months before the solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord, John the Baptist’s birthday is sometimes known as “Summer Christmas.”
Vatican rejects German bishops’ request for lay homilies at Mass
The Dicastery for Divine Worship said the homily is “intrinsically linked” to the proclamation of the Gospel and reserved to ordained ministers.
International Widows’ Day: How Jesus and St. Augustine show Church’s concern for widowed women
According to biblical texts and the tradition of the Catholic Church, widows have a place of privilege and special care in the Judeo-Christian tradition.
Pope Leo XIV warns no doctor should ever 'decide on the life of an embryo'
His remarks were made during a Monday audience with the Jérôme Lejeune Foundation.
After meeting with pope, collaboration between Vatican, abuse victims takes ‘a step forward’
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors held the first structured dialogue with Ending Clergy Abuse on June 15-16 in Rome.
Pope Leo XIV to UN: To combat hunger, focus on humanity
The pontiff visited the headquarters of the U.N. World Food Programme in Rome on June 22.
Pope Leo XIV: Contemplation makes Christians credible witnesses
At the Angelus, the pope urged the faithful to make room for silence before God and said "no one can turn a blind eye" to refugees seeking safety.
Pope Leo XIV honors Mother Cabrini as model for Church on migration
At the birthplace of the first U.S. citizen canonized as a Catholic saint, the Chicago-born pope said the Church is still challenged by migration today.
At St. Augustine’s tomb, Pope Leo XIV urges Pavia to honor every human life
In a visit to the northern Italian city, the Augustinian pope prayed before the relics of St. Augustine, called for civic peace and solidarity, and comforted young cancer patients and their families.
Vatican recognizes martyrdom of 20 priests killed during Spanish Civil War
The same decree also recognized the heroic virtues of Servant of God Sister Clara Andreu y Malferit.
Celebrating Mass on the Mediterranean island of Lampedusa, Pope Leo XIV urged Europe to respond to migration with long-term policies rooted in human dignity.
SSPX rejects Vatican’s excommunication, calls it ‘objectively’ unjust and invalid
In a letter addressed to Pope Leo XIV, released on July 3, Father Davide Pagliarani, superior general of the SSPX, justified the episcopal consecrations that prompted the Vatican’s decree.
Pope Leo XIV congratulates the U.S. on its 250th anniversary
The pontiff's letter stressed religious freedom, the right to life, and the contributions of Catholics and immigrants to American history.
EWTN News explains: As a Catholic, can you attend an SSPX Mass?
The traditionalist group has been declared in schism with the Catholic Church after an illicit "ordination" of bishops.
Peter’s Pence collected more than $65.8 million for the pope’s mission in 2025
Almost $50 million was used to support the activities of the Holy See in the service of the Holy Father's apostolic mission. U.S Catholics contributed 26.1% of the total.
2 SSPX bishops hold dubious distinction of being excommunicated twice
Society of St. Pius X bishops Galarreta and Fellay have been excommunicated twice: by Pope John Paul II in 1988 and again on July 2 for the canonical offense of schism.
Vatican official to Catholic journalists: Be ‘disciples before influencers’
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu reflected on the importance of communicating the truth in a digital age of trends.
Pope Leo XIV to spend July 4 with migrants on Italian island of Lampedusa
Only about 80 miles from Tunisia, Lampedusa is a main gateway for Africans escaping poverty and violence to enter the continent of Europe.
Vatican releases biopic on Pope Leo XIV’s early years in Rome
The Dicastery for Communication released a documentary on July 1 about the then-Robert Prevost’s two decades in the Eternal City.
Vatican confirms excommunication of SSPX bishops, declares schism
Because the traditionalist group consecrated bishops without papal approval, the Vatican issued a decree on July 2 declaring those bishops and their consecrators automatically excommunicated.
Parolin: SSPX ordinations are ‘schismatic’
Cardinal Pietro Parolin said the episcopal ordinations carried out without papal mandate by the Society of St. Pius X “deeply wound” Church unity.
Vatican begins 5-year, 5-million-euro restoration of Renaissance frescoes in Hall of Raphael
The conservation work marks “a pivotal moment both in the history of restoration and in the history of Italian Renaissance art,” according to Vatican Museums Director Barbara Jatta.
SSPX consecrates bishops in defiance of Rome’s schism warning
The unauthorized July 1 rite in Écône, Switzerland, came despite Pope Leo XIV’s appeal to “please turn back” and could trigger automatic excommunication for the six bishops involved.
Vatican financial watchdog loses autonomy
The Authority for Financial Information and Supervision is now effectively structured as an office, with its leadership appointed directly by the pope for five-year terms.
Pope Leo strengthens Roman Curia with new appointments in key Vatican dicasteries
With Tuesday’s nominations, the pope changed the No. 2 positions in dicasteries for which he appointed the top officials earlier this year.
Amid abuse scandal in UK, Pope Leo XIV appoints apostolic administrator to Northampton
On June 30, the pontiff appointed Archbishop Richard Moth of Westminster to temporarily replace Bishop David Oakley, charged with sexual abuse.
Pope Leo XIV names nun, cardinal to succeed Cardinal Czerny at human development office
Sister Alessandra Smerilli, FMA, is the third woman in history to be nominated to lead a Vatican dicastery.
Vatican Observatory addresses one of science’s greatest enigmas: quantum gravity
A conference addressed the subject of quantum gravity with regard to the incompatibility of quantum mechanics with general relativity, presenting a challenge for researchers to propose solutions.
Pope Leo XIV pleads with SSPX to halt episcopal consecrations
The pontiff appealed to the traditionalist group to call off their planned episcopal consecrations — but their leader's reply made it clear they would go ahead.
‘A bit surreal’: American pilgrims join new archbishops in Rome for pallium Mass
Hundreds of US Catholics accompanied the four new U.S. metropolitan archbishops who received their pallia June 29 from Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo XIV: Peter and Paul show the path to Christian unity
The pontiff celebrated Mass on June 29 and bestowed the pallium on 35 new archbishops.
Pope Leo XIV dismisses schismatic Spanish priest
In 2024, the priest's obstinacy had previously led his bishop, José Ignacio Munilla, to remove him from any office or position within the diocese.
Pope Leo XIV prays for Venezuela quake victims at Angelus
The pope expressed solidarity with those affected by recent earthquakes, following a reflection on “detachment, loss, and hospitality” in Christian love.
Leo XIV to bestow pallium on these 4 U.S. archbishops in 'extra special' moment with American pope
Pope Leo XIV will impose the pallia at a Mass for the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul in St. Peter’s Basilica on June 29.
Pope Leo XIV closes consistory with appeal to help world find God’s paths to peace
The pope thanked the College of Cardinals for their work during a two-day extraordinary consistory, highlighting their reflections on war, poverty, and social fragmentation.
Cardinal Müller calls SSPX consecrations schismatic, defends the Latin Mass
The former Vatican doctrine chief likened the Society of St. Pius X to the ancient Donatist schism, days before its planned July 1 episcopal consecrations at Écône.
Leo XIV encourages representatives of North American Jesuit colleges as they confront challenges
The pope reflected on the Jesuits' four Universal Apostolic Preferences to address today's challenges: the Spiritual Exercises, walking with the poor, a hope-filled future, and the care of creation.
Cardinals confront a ‘wounded world’ at opening of synodal consistory
The 178 cardinals attending the two-day consistory spoke of growing polarization within their respective societies.
Pope Leo XIV defends synodal consistory as path to ‘grow in communion’
Acknowledging reservations among some cardinals, the pope urged confidence in the format in his opening address, and asked that they offer him their “strong, explicit and public” support.
Pope Leo XIV meets with Synod on Synodality teams ahead of 2028 assembly
The pontiff met with the synod members to conclude a conference at the Vatican June 23-25.
Pope Leo XIV sends 100K euros to Venezuela for humanitarian aid after major earthquakes
Venezuela was hit by two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude on June 24.
Pope Leo XIV: Sport is an opportunity for spiritual growth
The pope met with members of the Italian Swimming Federation at the Vatican on June 25.
Vatican hosts Christians, Dharmic faiths to strengthen fraternity in Europe
Representatives of Christianity and Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism met in Rome to promote interreligious dialogue and cooperation across the continent.
English edition of Pope Leo XIV's early writings set for release
The book "Freedom Under Grace," which contains the pope's writings from his time as an Augustinian friar, will be released in September.
SSPX issues declaration of faith to Pope Leo XIV and cardinals ahead of consistory
The traditionalist society published an open letter to the Vatican on June 24, ahead of the extraordinary consistory of cardinals and their episcopal consecrations without papal approval.
Pope Benedict XVI's private homilies published in English
Ignatius Press released the English edition of "The Lord Holds Us by the Hand" on June 24.
Pope Leo XIV: Writing is an act of humanity that leads to God
The pope met with authors to mark the 100th anniversary of the Vatican Publishing House.
Pope Leo XIV appoints new bishop of Ponce, Puerto Rico
Father Geraldo Ramírez Torres was appointed the ninth bishop of Ponce on June 24.
Pope Leo XIV: The Eucharist is a powerful antidote to division
At his Wednesday general audience, the pope continued his catechesis on Vatican II’s Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, reflecting on the mystery of the Eucharist.
Vatican promotes Peter’s Pence 2026 collection
The annual collection to support the pope's charitable activities takes place June 28, and donations can be made now online.
‘Summer Christmas’: Why does the Church celebrate the birthday of St. John the Baptist?
Because it falls exactly six months before the solemnity of the Nativity of Our Lord, John the Baptist’s birthday is sometimes known as “Summer Christmas.”
Vatican rejects German bishops’ request for lay homilies at Mass
The Dicastery for Divine Worship said the homily is “intrinsically linked” to the proclamation of the Gospel and reserved to ordained ministers.
International Widows’ Day: How Jesus and St. Augustine show Church’s concern for widowed women
According to biblical texts and the tradition of the Catholic Church, widows have a place of privilege and special care in the Judeo-Christian tradition.
Pope Leo XIV warns no doctor should ever 'decide on the life of an embryo'
His remarks were made during a Monday audience with the Jérôme Lejeune Foundation.
After meeting with pope, collaboration between Vatican, abuse victims takes ‘a step forward’
The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors held the first structured dialogue with Ending Clergy Abuse on June 15-16 in Rome.
Pope Leo XIV to UN: To combat hunger, focus on humanity
The pontiff visited the headquarters of the U.N. World Food Programme in Rome on June 22.
Pope Leo XIV: Contemplation makes Christians credible witnesses
At the Angelus, the pope urged the faithful to make room for silence before God and said "no one can turn a blind eye" to refugees seeking safety.
Pope Leo XIV honors Mother Cabrini as model for Church on migration
At the birthplace of the first U.S. citizen canonized as a Catholic saint, the Chicago-born pope said the Church is still challenged by migration today.
At St. Augustine’s tomb, Pope Leo XIV urges Pavia to honor every human life
In a visit to the northern Italian city, the Augustinian pope prayed before the relics of St. Augustine, called for civic peace and solidarity, and comforted young cancer patients and their families.
Vatican recognizes martyrdom of 20 priests killed during Spanish Civil War
The same decree also recognized the heroic virtues of Servant of God Sister Clara Andreu y Malferit.