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Pope Leo XIV and the Eastern Orthodox patriarch demonstrate increased unity at the location where the Nicene Creed was established 1,700 years ago.

Pope Leo XIV and the Eastern Orthodox patriarch demonstrate increased unity at the location where the Nicene Creed was established 1,700 years ago.

Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I Meet in Turkey Pope Leo XIV met with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople and several Eastern Orthodox bishops on Friday at a historic location in modern-day Turkey, where their predecessors convened 17 centuries ago to affirm the essential beliefs of the Christian faith. This gathering, marking […]

Pope Leo XIV Holds Touching Prayer Gathering for Turkey’s Small Catholic Community

Pope Leo XIV Holds Touching Prayer Gathering for Turkey's Small Catholic Community

Pope Leo XIV’s Prayer Service in Turkey Pope Leo XIV held a prayer service for Catholics in Turkey on Friday, underscoring the country’s significance as a “holy place” integral to early Christianity. He urged the small Catholic minority in Turkey to maintain their faith. During parts of the service—particularly during the hymns and chants—the pope […]

Pope Leo XIV travels to Turkey for the significant anniversary prayer in Nicaea.

Pope Leo XIV travels to Turkey for the significant anniversary prayer in Nicaea.

Pope Leo XIV Commemorates Historic Christian Synod in Turkey Pope Leo XIV marked a significant anniversary in Christian history on Friday, gathering with patriarchs and clergy from both Eastern and Western traditions at a site in Turkey where a pivotal synod took place in 325 A.D. They came together to pray for Christian unity. At […]

Pope Leo XIV Begins His First International Journey to Turkey and Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV Begins His First International Journey to Turkey and Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV Asks for Prayers Ahead of First Overseas Trip Pope Leo XIV requested prayers from Catholics on Wednesday as he readies for his inaugural international journey as archbishop of Rome. The trip will take him to Turkey to mark the anniversary of the Council of Nicaea and later to Lebanon to engage with […]

Pope Leo XIV travels to Turkey and Lebanon for the Nicaea anniversary celebration.

Pope Leo XIV travels to Turkey and Lebanon for the Nicaea anniversary celebration.

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Meets with Pope Leo XIV Illinois Democratic Governor Jay Robert “JB” Pritzker had a meeting with Pope Leo XIV, who also hails from Lincoln, at the Vatican this week. Pope Leo XIV is making his first international visit to deliver a message that carries both symbolism and geopolitical importance. He arrived […]

Pope Leo Accepts the Resignation of Spanish Bishop Facing Abuse Allegations

Pope Leo Accepts the Resignation of Spanish Bishop Facing Abuse Allegations

ROME (AP) — Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Bishop Rafael Zornoza of Cadiz on Saturday. The 76-year-old bishop is under investigation for alleged sexual abuse of a young seminarian in the 1990s. This incident marks the first time a bishop has been dismissed on abuse suspicions since the new pope’s appointment. A statement […]

Pope Leo XIV’s Criticism of Pro-Migration Supporters Reflects the Catholic Church’s Stance on Borders

Pope Leo XIV's Criticism of Pro-Migration Supporters Reflects the Catholic Church's Stance on Borders

Vice President J.D. Vance Discusses Immigration and Trump Administration Policies In a recent conversation with Breitbart News, Vice President J.D. Vance expressed his thoughts on the implications of recent comments made by Pope Leo regarding immigration. During the interview, he reflected on how the Trump administration has influenced public awareness of critical issues. “It’s remarkable […]

Illinois governor Pritzker meets with Pope Leo XIV to talk about Trump ICE actions

Illinois governor Pritzker meets with Pope Leo XIV to talk about Trump ICE actions

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker Meets with Pope Leo XIV Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker had a meeting this week with Pope Leo XIV, who also hails from Illinois. The gathering, facilitated by Cardinal Blase Cupich from Chicago, featured the two leaders exchanging gifts and engaging in discussions about President Donald Trump’s “Operation Midway” ICE enforcement initiative. […]

Pope Leo Criticizes Supporters of Migration

Pope Leo Criticizes Supporters of Migration

Pope Leo “No one is suggesting that we should just open our borders to the U.S.,” the Pope mentioned during an impromptu press conference on Tuesday. “I think every nation has the right to determine who enters, how, and when,” he added. The Catholic faith has acknowledged for 1,600 years that governments hold the authority […]