This Saturday presents a stark contrast as President Trump celebrates his birthday with a grand military parade in Washington, D.C., while Pope Leo XIV delivers a virtual message and mass from Chicago.

In a season of tragedy and division, two powerful voices — one from the Vatican, one from the White House — reached for the same ancient word: Unum. Last month, after the horrific shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington,

The pontiff addressed a massive crowd, estimated by the Vatican at around 70,000, in St. Peter’s Square on June 7 during a prayer vigil there.

Pope Leo XIV celebrated Pentecost on Sunday, June 8, in St. Peter's Square, drawing tens of thousands for the final Sunday of Easter celebrations. During his homily, the pope criticized political movements that he said foster division.

Pope Leo XIV criticized the surge of nationalist political movements in the world as he prayed Sunday for reconciliation and dialogue — a message in line with his pledges to make the Catholic Church a symbol of peace.

Mass before tens of thousands in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV took aim at the rise of “political nationalisms,” though he avoided naming any country or political figure. His remarks — emphasizing unity,

More than 70,000 people gathered in St. Peter's Square on Saturday as Pope Leo VIX led a Pentecost Vigil prayer service, according to the Holy See. Attendees represented over 100 countries, showing the global reach and unity of the Church.

This article mentions details about sexual abuse. Reader discretion is advised. It’s been nearly a month since Pope Leo became the new bishop of the Catholic Church on May 8, 2025, following Pope Francis’ death on April 21.

Pope Leo XIV has taken a swipe at Donald Trump's travel ban during his weekly Sunday sermon. Last week, the US President banned citizens from 19 countries from entering the United States. The sweeping restrictions affect 12 countries with complete entry bans: Afghanistan,

As Pope Leo XIV settles into his new role on the Throne of Peter, early indications are that he will respect and maintain the direction of his predecessor’s reforms for the Roman Curia, but will do so with a much softer tone.