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Pope unveils August prayer intention
Pope Leo XIV has urged Catholics across the globe to join him this August in praying for evangelisation in the city. Source: Vatican News.
Pope concerned over ‘alarming situation’ in Spanish enclave
Pope Leo XIV yesterday expressed concern over the “alarming situation” in Ceuta, a Spanish enclave off the North African coast that is facing a major migration and humanitarian crisis. Source: EWTN News.
‘I hope to be there soon’: Pope hints at visit to US
In an interview with an American broadcaster, Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the importance of immigration to the history of the United States and hinted that he could visit the country of his birth in the next couple of years. Source: Vatican News.
Pope joins children from war-torn countries at interfaith concert
As wars intensify in Ukraine and the Middle East, Pope Leo XIV joined children from Israel, Palestine and other countries at Castel Gandolfo for an interfaith concert highlighting music’s power to bridge divisions. Source: RNS.
Technology must serve truth and the common good: Pope
Pope Leo XIV has encouraged communicators to ensure that every technological tool is placed “at the service of truth and the common good”, as the Church reflects on the opportunities and challenges presented by artificial intelligence. Source: Vatican News.
Pope returns to Vatican after three-week rest
Pope Leo XIV has concluded his three-week summer break, leaving the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo to return to the Vatican last night. Source: Vatican News.
Pope urges young people not to be ‘couch potatoes’
Pope Leo XIV has urged young people not to be “couch potatoes” in a video message on Saturday, adding that the Church needs their missionary energy and “holy rebelliousness”. Source: OSV News.
Pope renews call for peace in Middle East
Pope Leo XIV yesterday renewed his urgent appeals for peace in the Holy Land and the Middle East during his Angelus address in Castel Gandolfo, expressing deep concern over escalating violence in the region. Source: Vatican News.
Pope’s message on World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
The theme of this year’s World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, marked yesterday, focused on a powerful promise from Scripture: “I will never forget you”. Source: NCR Online.