Ahead of WYD, Asian bishops get encouragement from Pope
Addressing the Plenary Assembly of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences, the Pope called for a Eucharistic spirituality that unifies.
Matthew Green
Matthew Green has a master’s degree in philosophy and a bachelor’s degree in theology from the Regina Apostolorum Pontifical Athenaeum in Rome. He spent nearly a decade as an adjunct professor of philosophy at the Center of Higher Studies of the Legionaries of Christ in Thornwood, New York. He now lives in Mexico, where he works primarily as a translator and editor for Aleteia.org and other religious organizations.
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Spain … France: Is Pope Leo revitalizing the Church in Europe?
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s September trip to France, a new survey highlights the profound spiritual impact of his recent visit to Spain.
Sharing our things shows presence of risen Jesus, says Pope
Leo XIV, a former prior general of the Augustinians, encourages religious superiors to value community life as a path of sanctification and to foster fraternal communion.
This Spanish saint used her gifts to help ill sex workers
St. María Micaela, born into privilege, experienced tragedy and founded a religious congregation to help women who were struggling.
When was the upper voting age for cardinals set at 80?
Ecclesial retirement ages and cardinals’ voting age limits, mostly inherited from Paul VI, weren’t legislated before the Second Vatican Council.
Report: There are 3,344 candidates for sainthood in Spain
Representatives from among the clergy, religious, lay men and women, parents, and children are all included in the 349 open causes in Spain as of 2026.
This miracle-working Brazilian priest drew millions
Blessed Donizetti Tavares de Lima, often called the Brazilian Padre Pio, drew millions with his miracles, but his heart was with the poor and underprivileged.
You exist? You have dignity, Pope affirms
In a text Cardinal Parolin sent on his behalf, Leo XIV expressed his appreciation for the contribution of Caritas to the mission of the Church in helping those in need.
Gaza kindergarteners have Church’s highest leaders at graduation
Cardinal Pizzaballa and Orthodox Patriarch Theophilos III visited Gaza, urging perseverance and bringing hope to a community facing profound suffering.
Rome Diocese urges prayer after Eucharist is stolen
Let us join in prayer with the entire Archdiocese of Rome in reparation for the theft of the Blessed Sacrament from a hospital, and for all sacrileges. The cardinal has given a prayer to pray (here).
Pope Leo XIV’s 3-step remedy for the “drug of fake news”
In a message to an Italian newspaper, the Holy Father outlines a checklist for media professionals and news consumers to prioritize truth over polarization.
Peru to get papal visit in November of this year
After two decades of service in Peru, Pope Leo XIV plans a return visit this November, including stops in Lima and his former Diocese of Chiclayo.
The proverb “When in Rome…” has an Augustinian connection!
When circumstances demand you adapt to local customs and you say, “When in Rome…” you’re referencing wisdom that St. Ambrose gave to his famous protégé.
There’s value in weakness: Pope’s beautiful letter on aging
A letter from Pope Leo XIV says old age reveals that human worth is measured not by efficiency, but by love, communion, and dignity.
Pope Leo XIV: The Sacred Heart teaches us how to love
At Mass in Gran Canaria, the Pope said Christ’s love does not merely lift up the wounded, but helps them regain confidence, dignity, and hope.
Adorable! Young boy asks Leo if he wanted to grow up to be the pope
Visiting the “cathedral of the poor” in Barcelona’s Raval neighborhood, the Pope reflected on charity, his childhood dreams, and his football days.
Barcelona’s young Catholics rally around Pope Leo XIV
During his first night in a highly secular city, Pope Leo XIV comforted Catalan youth, framing their inner struggles as an opportunity for rebirth.
What is the situation of the Catholic Church in Spain?
As Pope Leo XIV begins his weeklong apostolic journey to Spain, data reveals a nation torn between its deep Catholic roots and rapid secularization.
Pope hails Fulton Sheen in World Mission Sunday’s 100th year
Addressing the Pontifical Mission Societies, Pope Leo XIV praised the upcoming beatification of the American archbishop and his media legacy, remembering him from his own childhood.
These Catholic nuns were once Anglican sisters!
After years of spiritual discernment, a traditional Anglican monastic community made the bold decision to enter full communion with the Catholic Church.
