Pope Leo XIV recalls the ‘living seed’ of the martyrs of Algeria
ALGIERS, Algeria — The first day of Pope Leo XIV’s international apostolic journey to Africa concluded with an encounter with the Algerian community at the Basilica of Our Lady of…
Pope Leo XIV in Algeria: ‘I am here among you as a pilgrim of peace’
ALGIERS, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV on Monday presented himself to Algeria’s diplomatic corps and civil society as “a pilgrim of peace,” urging a more just international order, warning against…
Pope Leo XIV in Algeria: ‘The future belongs to men and women of peace’
ALGIERS, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV arrived in Algeria on Monday and delivered his first address in the country at the Maqam Echahid Martyrs’ Monument, where he urged forgiveness and…
‘Even Just One of These Children’ is theme for 2026 World Day of Migrants and Refugees
“Even Just One of These Children” is the title chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which will be held on Sept. 27.…
Pope Leo XIV: ‘I am not afraid of the Trump administration’
ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT — Pope Leo XIV said Monday that he will continue to speak out “loudly” against war, stressing that his role is to preach the Gospel, not…
Pope Leo XIV departs for Algeria, beginning third apostolic journey
Pope Leo XIV departed Monday for Algeria, the first stop on a 10-day trip to Africa that marks the third international journey of his pontificate. The pope’s April 13–23 visit…
Pope Leo XIV in Africa
Follow here for live updates of Pope Leo XIV’s journey to Africa from April 13–23.
Pope Leo XIV: Eucharist is ‘indispensable for Christian life’
“The Sunday Eucharist is indispensable for Christian life,” said Pope Leo XIV before reciting the Marian prayer of the Regina Caeli on April 12 in St. Peterʼs Square. Speaking to…
Pope Leo XIV urges ceasefire, protection of civilians in war zones
VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday renewed appeals for peace in Ukraine, Lebanon, and Sudan, calling on the international community not to look away from the suffering caused…
Pope Leo XIV at Vatican peace vigil: ‘Enough of war!’
“Enough of war!” Pope Leo XIV cried out while presiding over a vigil for peace at St. Peterʼs Basilica in the Vatican on April 11. Prior to the vigil in…
Leo XIV and Macron meet: Peace is both a ‘duty and a requirement’
On April 10, Pope Leo XIV received French President Emmanuel Macron for the first time since the beginning of his pontificate. Accompanying Macron was his wife, Brigitte. Following the closed-door…
Pope Leo names Father Andrea Ciucci chancellor of Pontifical Academy for Life
Pope Leo XIV on Friday appointed Father Andrea Ciucci chancellor of the Pontifical Academy for Life. The Italian priest has served as the academyʼs secretariat coordinator since 2016. Originally from…