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Pope Leo XIV speaks with Zelenskyy about humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 19:16:08 GMT
The pontiff raised the humanitarian crisis in the Kherson region and reiterated the Holy See’s commitment to dialogue and peace, days after speaking with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Ukrainian priest forcibly conscripted, could be sent to front lines
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 18:37:47 GMT
Despite repeated efforts to provide proof of his clergy status and ongoing pastoral service, the authorities rejected his documentation and sent him to a military training center.
Notre Dame, Boston College professors among new members of Vatican theological commission
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 17:10:00 GMT
The Vatican announced 24 new members to the International Theological Commission on Monday.
Apostolic nuncio urges human-centered approach to technology at G20 Interfaith Forum
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:30:26 GMT
Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, apostolic nuncio to the U.S., and leaders from the Muslim, Orthodox Christian, Hindu, Jewish, and Latter-day Saint traditions participated in the forum’s opening day.
Catholics in Ecuador mourn death of priest struck by falling crucifix during Mass
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 15:26:45 GMT
The Catholic faithful are mourning the death at Mass of Father Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari, parish priest of the Perpetuo Socorro Church in Guayaquil, Ecuador.
Pope Leo XIV, Chris Pratt come together for new documentary about the tomb of St. Peter
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 14:35:06 GMT
“Pétros Ení — Discovering the Origins” is scheduled to be released in theaters in February 2027.
French bishops appeal for calm as riots and looting sweep France
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:43:00 GMT
France’s bishops appealed for an end to violence after a weekend of riots in which several buildings burned, shops were looted nationwide, and a Lyon interreligious peace march was postponed.
Pope Leo XIV to resume Wednesday general audience this week, skips Castel Gandolfo
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:03:47 GMT
Louis Prevost, the pope’s brother, expressed surprise in an interview that the South American trip would proceed.
Beauty, tradition, fellowship drive surge in new Catholic converts at Stanford University
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Over the past year, the Catholic Community at Stanford (CC@S) has seen a dramatic rise in adults entering the Catholic Church through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA).
From electric scooter to viral videos, Denver priest finds new ways to evangelize
Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
A viral scooter ride put this Denver priest in the spotlight, but his mission goes far beyond social media.
Jordan’s Church leaders back bill expanding legal options for Christian families
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The proposed changes are expected to allow Christians to address a range of personal status matters under their churches’ laws, including marriage, divorce, wills, and adoption.
Pope leads pilgrims in prayer 1 day after leaving hospital
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:05:48 GMT
The pontiff, five days after undergoing surgery for cancer, said he would “gradually resume my activities.”
Priest in Ghana recounts escape from car fire, urges devotion to the rosary
Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
After surviving a life-threatening fire, Father David Obeng Paintsil called the rosary “a really powerful prayer.”
International rosary in Rome held in advance of 100th World Mission Sunday
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 20:38:44 GMT
The rosary, recited in 13 languages, also marked the 75th anniversary of the World Mission Rosary by Blessed Fulton Sheen.
Pope’s surgeon green lights Nov. 6–17 apostolic trip to Latin America
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:18:56 GMT
“No clinical reasons why it should not take place,” said Dr. Stefano Margaritora, who called Pope Leo “an ideal patient.”
A century of Church growth: From 10 million to 347 million in the mission territories
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT
On average each day, over the last 100 years in mission territories, the Church has seen more than 9,000 people becoming Catholic, two priestly ordinations, and five women taking vows as religious.
Pope Leo XIV leaves Gemelli Hospital, returns to Vatican
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:56:51 GMT
The 71-year-old pope had been admitted last Tuesday and underwent surgery to remove the lower lobe of his right lung.
For the first time in 5 years, the number of priests worldwide rose
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:00:00 GMT
The Catholic Church has 407,421 priests, 425 more than the previous year. Africa and Asia are driving this growth, while Europe recorded another decline.
In a wealthy Asian city, a play asks why St. Clare of Assisi chose to own nothing
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
A Catholic parish in western Singapore hosted the play “TO GAZE: St. Clare of Assisi” as part of celebrations for the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi.
German bishops join initiative for ‘child-friendly’ artificial intelligence
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
Citing Pope Leo XIV’s call to defend human dignity in the age of AI, the German Bishops’ Conference has joined an initiative to make artificial intelligence safe for children.
Catholic theologian challenges U.S. Senate candidate on abortion: ‘The Bible is not silent’
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:30:00 GMT
Professor Jodi Hunt told EWTN News she thinks Talarico was trying to appear as a “centrist” to undecided voters, or Republicans unhappy with the party, but she does not think he was convincing.
Pope Leo XIV cleared to leave hospital Saturday after successful surgery
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:05:50 GMT
The Vatican said the pontiff will lead the Angelus from the Vatican as usual on Sunday.
Jesuit Refugee Service UK calls Catholic finance leaders to aid refugees
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Jesuit Refugee Service UK urges solidarity with migrants, a priest in India is arrest for minor sex abuse, a Maronite bishop is appointed in Mexico, and more in this week’s world news roundup.
‘The Chosen’ releases official trailer for Season 6
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 20:29:00 GMT
The new trailer already has over 1 million views on YouTube in the 24 hours since its release.
Bishop: ‘Indiscriminate’ ICE raids incite anxiety, fear in California’s Central Valley
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:49:00 GMT
The Department of Homeland Security insisted ICE officers are “heroes,” enforcing the law.
In wake of deadly shooting at Oregon elementary school, bishops call for prayer
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 19:09:00 GMT
The tragedy that claimed the lives of three students has prompted an outpouring of pastoral care and community support across the state.
Federal funding restored to Catholic Charities of the Rio Grande Valley
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:29:00 GMT
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said an agreement is in effect for three years, restoring funding and requiring the charity to “maintain enhanced compliance and oversight measures.”
Wisconsin voters to weigh ban on church closures in health emergencies
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:49:00 GMT
The measure comes more than six years after the Diocese of Madison threatened to sue the local government of Dane County over its imposition of a 50-person cap on Mass attendance in 2020.
Australia’s antislavery chief, who praised Catholics as ‘national leader,’ says reforms fall short
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:09:00 GMT
Australia's antislavery commissioner, Chris Evans, who has hailed the Catholic sector’s work, wants large companies legally required to find and fix forced labor in their supply chains.
Pope Leo speaks with Russian President Putin by phone
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 16:29:09 GMT
The hospitalized pontiff initiated the call to the Russian president, according to the Vatican secretary of state.
Vatican cardinal visits UK to promote interfaith dialogue and peace
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:49:00 GMT
The prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, is in the United Kingdom for the first time meeting with faith leaders.
Catholic leaders call on Congress to protect disability rights after DOJ legal shift
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 15:09:00 GMT
Catholic leaders urged Congress to defend disability rights, warning a new Department of Justice opinion could threaten community-based care.
Pope Leo XIV calls world hunger a ‘terrible offense’ against human dignity
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 14:29:00 GMT
The pontiff, still hospitalized after surgery, sent a message for World Food Day on Friday.
Vatican releases first photos of Pope Leo XIV following surgery
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:49:57 GMT
Vatican sources also indicated that the pope will publicly lead the Angelus this Sunday, although it has not yet been determined whether it will be from the hospital or the Vatican.
Cardinal Parolin: Pope Leo’s demanding Latin America trip now depends on doctors
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 13:03:12 GMT
The Vatican secretary of state also said Thursday that the pontiff may have to “adjust his pontificate if it becomes necessary.”
Catholic missionaries in Nigeria urged to persevere amid insecurity, restrictions on worship
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT
Despite threats of violence and restrictions placed on some Christian communities, the national director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in Nigeria is encouragging missionaries to be unafraid.
Guadalupan Institute established in San Antonio, looks to be replicated throughout U.S.
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
The certificate program seeks to provide formation for people who can spread knowledge about the Guadalupe event.
Bishops urge prayer as they continue abortion referendum fights in 4 states
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
Bishops and priests remain active in Nevada, Virginia, Idaho, and Missouri, as they prepare Catholics to vote on referendums that could reshape abortion policies in their states.
U.S. midterm elections spark multiple Catholic voting exhortations
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:01:21 GMT
The USCCB president called on Catholics to exercise their “right and responsibility” to vote while advocacy organization CatholicVote issued state voter guides.
Pope Leo XIV sends message after surgery to Vatican conference, asks for prayers
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:40:10 GMT
“I ask you please to pray for me, as I pray for you,” Pope Leo XIV wrote.
Brazilian priests rally in defense of their bishop, accused of being a ‘demon’ by Lula supporter
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 17:12:00 GMT
The priests note that “partisan politics falls within the realm of the debatable; thus, the fact that we hold divergent positions in this arena does not necessarily make us enemies.”
Firing squad execution of Fort Hood shooter will not be livestreamed, Trump says
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:32:00 GMT
The execution of the convicted mass shooter by firing squad is set for Dec. 3.
‘Do we understand truth anymore?’: Conference in Rome discusses distrust in age of AI
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:52:00 GMT
The Acton Institute held a discussion on “Communicating Truth in an Age of AI.”
Doctors confirm Pope Leo XIV’s operated lung is recovering well
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:22:28 GMT
The Vatican has not yet announced whether the pope will lead the public Angelus prayer from Gemelli Hospital on Sunday.
Another bishop in China consecrated under deal with Vatican
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:12:00 GMT
Father Ignatius Ding Zuyao’s consecration as bishop of Haimen on Oct. 15 is the ninth such consecration in Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate.
Vatican meeting on the family ends inconclusively amid Pope Leo’s hospitalization
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:37:42 GMT
The pontiff said this week he would offer his reflections on the Amoris Laetitia gathering “in due course.”
Mexican Church holds colloquium on forgotten period of fierce persecution
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT
One hundred years after the start of the Catholic resistance that led to the Cristero War, the Church in Mexico proposes re-examining this period “objectively.”
Pro-life advocates seek thousands of signatures to halt Massachusetts abortion law
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 GMT
The New England state recently passed a law that effectively removes all limits on abortion.
Catholic lung cancer specialists weigh in on Pope Leo XIV’s diagnosis
Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:15:15 GMT
The most common type of lung cancer in both smokers and nonsmokers is non-small cell lung cancer, said Jeff McGovern, a pulmonologist, about Pope Leo’s diagnosis.
U.S. Catholic bishops, National Association of Evangelicals issue joint declaration on immigration
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:16:00 GMT
The document “A Call for Christian Compassion and Wisdom in the Immigration Debate” is the product of the Evangelical-Catholic Dialogue on Immigration.