JD Vance Attends Meeting with Pope Leo and Ukraine’s Zelensky in Rome
Vice President Meets Pope Leo XIV The Vice President welcomed Pope Leo XIV for his first Mass in Vatican City on Sunday. He was joined by his wife, Second Lady Usha Vance, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio with his spouse, Janet Rubio. Also present was Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and his wife. After the […]
Vance and Rubio Welcome Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City After His First Mass
Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration Mass On May 18, 2025, Vice President J.D. Vance, along with Secretary of State Marco Rubio, attended the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City. The ceremony marked a significant moment in the Catholic Church’s history, as it welcomed the first American Pope. After the mass, Vance and the […]
New pope, same issue: Can Leo XIV stand against oppression?
The Catholic Church has a new pope: Leo XIV. The Cardinals who elected him were largely appointed by Pope Francis, and it initially appears that Leo shares some similarities with his predecessors. Yet, it’s really too early to tell. Catholics should hope that Leo takes a different direction. The Church is currently caught in a […]
Gallery of images: Pope Leo XIV during his first Mass at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV Photo gallery capturing Leo ahead of his first Mass Published May 18, 2025 10:51 AM EDT Pope Leo XIV is set to tour St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sunday, May 18, 2025, in what will be a significant moment before his inaugural Mass. This event has drawn considerable attention and […]
Pope Leo XIV Urges the Church to Unite for Global Peace
Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration Mass Emphasizes Unity and Peace During the inauguration Mass on Sunday, Pope Leo XIV expressed a vision for a “Unification Church” aimed at fostering global peace and encouraging followers to “walk towards God and love each other.” Addressing a crowd of hundreds of thousands, which included pilgrims, world leaders, and representatives […]
First US Pope Leo XIV Rides in Popemobile Before Inaugural Mass
Pope Leo XIV, notably the first American pope, made his first appearance at St. Peter’s Square in Pepemovie on Sunday, warmly welcoming thousands of pilgrims and their families ahead of his inauguration Mass. Chicago-native Robert Francis Prevast, who became the leader of the 1.4 billion Catholics around the globe on May 8, stood in a […]
Pope Leo XIX talks about unity and conflict during his first mass on Sunday.
Pope Leo XIV Inaugurates His Papacy in St. Peter’s Square Pope Leo XIV addressed the themes of unity and the suffering caused by war during his inaugural Mass at St. Peter’s Square. The 69-year-old American pope, marking a historic moment as the first pope from the U.S., delivered his message to an audience of around […]
Vance meets Pope Leo XIV in Vatican City
Vice President Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance attended the Clergy Mass on Sunday in Vatican City. Before departing St. Peter’s Square, they were greeted by Pope Leo XIV, as mentioned by the Vice President’s spokesperson. During their meeting, Vance, along with the first American Pope, exchanged brief handshakes and conversation. The Second Lady, adorned […]
Pope Leo XIV officially begins his papacy with a ceremonial Mass in St. Peter’s Square attended by tens of thousands.
Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration: A Call for Unity Vatican City – In a significant moment for the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, marking his place as the first American pope ever, emphasized the need for unity during a gathering in St. Peter’s Square, attended by tens of thousands, including dignitaries and religious leaders. His papacy […]
How will Pope Leo XIV address the divide in the US church after the backlash against Francis?
Pope Leo XIV’s Impact on American Catholics and Politics The announcement of Pope Leo XIV brought a moment of relief for right-wing Catholic Americans, including figures like Vice President J.D. Vance and conservative activist Leonard Leo. Leo appeared on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, donning a traditional red mozzetta, marking a distinct shift from […]