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Pope Leo XIV Urges Prayers for Peace in Democratic Republic of the Congo
The pope marked the start of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity by asking for prayers for those suffering from violence in the African nation.
Pope Leo XIV Mourns for Victims of Fire in Swiss Bar on New Year’s Eve
Pope Leo expressed his closeness and compassion to the relatives of the victims.
Pope Leo XIV: To Let God Work in Your Life, You Have to Empty Yourself
Speaking to pilgrims from St. Thomas Villanova Parish in Spain, Pope Leo XIV highlighted the saint’s virtues and interior life of prayer that produced many fruits.
Six Catholic Public Figures Who Made Major Headlines in 2025
A look at six of this past year’s leading Catholic newsmakers.
Co-Redemptrix Title of Mary Not Absolutely Prohibited: Vatican Expert
Vatican expert explains that the titles “Co-Redemptrix” and “Mediatrix” will no longer be used in the liturgy or official documents but can be used in popular piety if properly understood.
‘From Despair to Serenity’: The Italian Catholic Sister Saving Women from Human Trafficking
Sister Carla Venditti of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus lives in Avezzano, Italy, and is known as the “anti-trafficking nun.”
St. Francis and the Story of the First Nativity Scene
One of the world’s most beloved saints, St. Francis of Assisi, loved Christmas so much that he created the first Nativity scene to make the birth of Jesus more real.
Experts Urge Catholic Church to Share "beautiful truth" of Humanity amid Artificial Intelligence Concerns
On Dec. 9 the Guardian U.K. reported that 40% of 13- to 17-year-olds in England and Wales affected by violence are turning to AI companions for support.
The "most valuable" Gift to Give this Christmas, According to Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV told the young people of Italian Catholic Action that they can perform a simple gesture that would be the best gift this Christmas: make peace.
Pope Leo XIV Makes Surprise Visit to Children’s Christmas Concert at Castel Gandolfo School
Pope Leo XIV enjoyed a special Christmas concert this week dedicated to him by students of the Paul VI Pontifical School in Castel Gandolfo.
First Painting in Rome of Our Lady of Guadalupe Preserved in Fourth-century Church
The Church of St. Vitale is the oldest Christian church still standing in the center of Rome and contains the first image of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Rome.
Airbus Computer Issue Affects Papal Plane During Trip to Turkey
Around 6,000 Airbus planes were grounded this weekend after it was discovered that intense solar radiation could interfere with onboard flight control computers, according to the BBC.
The Laywoman Whose Mission Helped Lead to the Solemnity of Christ the King
How Marthe de Noaillat championed Christ’s kingship against all odds.
How Should We Approach AI Companionship? CNA Explainer
Tech companies are offering increasingly realistic and immersive forms of AI-based life coaching, friendship, and romance through AI companions.
Pope Leo to Grieving Father: "Death never has the last word"
Pope Leo XIV has responded to a letter from a grieving father with the encouragement that “death never has the last word.”
Many "touched by his smile" When They See His Photo: Vatican Secretary of State on St. Carlo Acutis
Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said that Carlo Acutis spoke of Jesus with a “radiant" and "smiling" face.
It’s official: St. Francis’ Feast Day Back to Being a National Holiday in Italy
Oct. 4 will therefore be a public holiday in Italy starting in 2026, after having been a public holiday until 1977.
Vatican Expert: The Lives of the Saints Raise Incisive Questions for Our Consciences
The relator for the Vatican's Dicastery for the Causes of Saints, Monsignor Melchor Sánchez de Toca, said the lives of the saints “pierce our conscience.”
St. Vincent de Paul: Patron of the Poor, the Marginalized, and Catholic Charities
On Sept. 27 the Catholic Church remembers St. Vincent de Paul, the 17th-century French priest known as the patron of Catholic charities.
Pope Leo XIV Expels Deacon from the Clerical State for Abuse of Minors
Italian permanent deacon Alessandro Frateschi, who was convicted of sexual offenses against minors, has been expelled from the clerical state by Pope Leo XIV.