Vatican Archive

New Briefs: January 11, 2026

Vatican Sees Record Crowds During Jubilee year VATICAN CITY (CNS) – An estimated 33 million visitors and pilgrims came to the Vatican to celebrate the Jubilee Year of Hope, officials […]

Pope Leo: New Year Marks Time to Usher in Era of Peace, Friendship

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – The world is not saved by threatening violence or by judging, oppressing or getting rid of others, Pope Leo XIV said during Mass in St. Peter’s […]

To Turn Away Others Is to Turn Away God, Pope Says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – If people refuse to make room for others – like the poor, children, and the stranger – then they also refuse to make room for God, […]

‘Let the Child Jesus Illuminate Our Lives’

The Nativity scene and the Christmas tree are signs of faith and hope, Pope Leo XIV said. “As we contemplate them in our homes, parishes, and town squares, let us […]

‘Hope Does Not Disappoint:’ A Jubilee to Remember

(OSV News) – In his papal bull proclaiming the Jubilee Year, the late Pope Francis emphasized the theme of hope, a much-needed virtue in a time of uncertainty, war, and tribulation. Yet in […]

Catholic Bishops Offer Prayers for Guard Members Shot in D.C. WASHINGTON, D.C. (OSV News) – Catholic bishops are offering prayers following the shooting of two West Virginia National Guard members […]

Local

An Easy Morning with Pope Leo in Indianapolis

When Christina Lamas called me in August and invited me to moderate the conversation with Pope Leo XIV at the National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, a phrase immediately came […]

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Pope Leo Focuses on Ecumenism, Peace During First Foreign Trip to Turkey, Lebanon

BEIRUT (CNS) – Pope Leo XIV ended the first foreign trip of his pontificate – to Turkey and Lebanon – by making what he called “a heartfelt appeal: May the […]

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Pope Leo Offers Wisdom, Encouragement to U.S. Teens

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Leo XIV encouraged American youth in a unique digital discussion on Friday, November 21, telling them, “You are not only the future of the Church, […]

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Pope Marks Anniversary of Creed with Apostolic Letter

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – When Christians recite the Creed, it should prompt an examination of conscience about what they truly believe and what kind of example of faith in God […]

National

News Briefs: November 23, 2025

Survey: Young Adults Most Engaged, Most at Risk of Leaving Church WASHINGTON, D.C. (OSV News) – A new survey shows young adults are the most engaged in the Latin Church in […]

National

News Briefs: November 16, 2025

Pope’s Prayer Intention Is for Those Struggling with Suicidal Thoughts VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Pope Leo XIV has asked Catholics to join him in praying for those who struggle with […]