Pope Leo XIV’s journey for peace in Turkey and Lebanon goes on
Early Sunday morning, news broke that the Vatican’s chartered Airbus 320 carrying Pope Leo had taken off for Lebanon. Exciting, right? It’s been four days since Pope Leo set out on his first international pilgrimage, and I can’t help but wonder—does this peace pilgrimage to the Middle East feel like something we all want? On […]
Pope Leo XIV reaches Lebanon during the second part of his first international journey.
Pope Leo XIV Visits Lebanon Amid Ongoing Challenges On a recent trip to Lebanon, Pope Leo XIV arrived in a nation where Christians have endured a history of conflict and migration, dramatically altering its demographics. Lebanon, once predominantly Christian, had a Christian population over fifty percent according to a census from 1932. Although there’s been […]
Pope Leo Refuses to Pray at the Blue Mosque in Istanbul
Pope Leo XIV’s Visit to Istanbul’s Blue Mosque Pope Leo XIV, on his inaugural international trip as Bishop of Rome, chose not to pray at Istanbul’s Blue Mosque, distinguishing himself from his predecessors. During his visit, he removed his shoes and donned white socks while exploring the historic mosque, known for its stunning 17th-century architecture […]
Pope Leo XIV visits the Blue Mosque in Istanbul but chooses not to pray inside.
Pope Leo XIV visited Istanbul’s renowned Blue Mosque on Saturday, emphasizing the need to strengthen ties with the Orthodox Patriarch and taking steps towards unifying the Eastern and Western Churches. He removed his shoes and donned white socks as he explored the 17th-century mosque, admiring the majestic domes and Arabic text on the pillars while […]
Pope Leo XIV Astonishes Festival-Goers by Blessing Audience During Priest DJ Performance
Pope Leo XIV Blesses Crowd in Slovakia Before DJ Performance Pope Leo XIV created a memorable moment for enthusiastic attendees in Košice, Slovakia, earlier this month. He appeared via projection at the Cathedral of St. Elizabeth to bless the gathered crowd just before a show by Portuguese priest and DJ, Father Guilherme, popularly known as […]
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’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 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 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.
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 […]