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From Francis to Leo: Examining the transition
“From Pope Francis to Pope Leo” was the theme of a thought-provoking discussion hosted by the Sydney Institute on July 7. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Charity never takes a vacation: Papal Almoner
Activity for Pope Leo may slow down during July – but not his charitable outreach. Source: Vatican News.
How kicking a ball can promote peace and unity
Pope Leo XIV has emphasised the importance of coming together for peace and promoting unity through sport, politics, music, and other means. Source: Vatican News.
Caring for others is the supreme law: Pope
In the service of life, caring for others is “the supreme law” that comes before all of society’s rules, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday. Source: OSV News.
Plans to turn Pope Leo’s boyhood home in Chicago into historic site
The Village of Dolton, a Chicago suburb, has bought Pope Leo XIV’s childhood home for $US375,000 ($570,000). Source: Catholic Review.
Pope Leo calls for ‘revolution of care’ for the elderly
In his message for World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly, Pope Leo XIV has called on every parish and church group or association to become part of a “revolution” of care and gratitude by regularly visiting older people. Source: CNS.
Pope Leo and Ukrainian leader meet to discuss paths to peace
Pope Leo XIV has taken time out from his summer vacation in Castel Gandolfo to receive the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Source: CNA.
Electric popemobiles to go on the road with Pope Leo
Pope Leo XIV has been given two electric popemobiles that will accompany him on his international travels. Source: CNA.
Pope Leo to use July break to work on his first encyclical
Pope Leo XIV plans to use his summer break at Castel Gandolfo to draft the framework of his first encyclical, according to his longtime friend and fellow Augustinian, Fr Alejandro Moral Antón. Source: OSV News.