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Pope Leo: Br. Lawrence teaches us joy of living each day in God’s presence
Pope Leo XIV writes an introduction to “The Practice of the Presence of God,” a book by Carmelite Brother Lawrence, in a new edition released by the Vatican Publishing House (LEV). Written by a humble French religious in the 1600s, the book marked the spiritual life of Fr. Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo.
Argentinian layman, 11 Spanish martyrs to be beatified
Pope Leo XIV authorises the promulgation of decrees relating to the upcoming beatification of nine seminarians, a priest, and a layman, martyrs during the Spanish Civil War; as well as an Argentine family man, Enrique Ernesto Shaw, an entrepreneur involved in various ecclesial works. As of today, Fra Berardo Atonna and Sister Domenica Caterina dello Spirito Santo, both Italian, and Joseph Panjikaran, an Indian priest, are recognized as venerable.
Children help Children: Diocese of Kakamega Holy Childhood make pilgrimage of Hope to Lodwar
Kenya’s Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood in Kakamega Diocese recently led 30 children on a Pilgrimage of Hope and Solidarity to the Diocese of Lodwar. The children, accompanied by their priest and other religious, brought along food, some clothing items, prayer materials, their joy, and smiles.
Pope: Employment consultants should be close to families, promote workplace security
Pope Leo XIV meets with the Italian Order of Employment Consultants, and invites them to be close to those who are in need, as they continue promoting safety in the workplace.
New Archbishop of New York: Church must bring God’s peace, healing to world
As Pope Leo XIV accepts the resignation of Cardinal Timothy Dolan and appoints Archbishop Ronald Hicks to shepherd the Archdiocese of New York, Archbishop Hicks tells Vatican News that the Church must bring God’s peace and healing into the world, while walking alongside survivors of clerical sexual abuse.
Pope Leo calls for an unarmed peace amid the threat of war
In his Message for the 2026 World Day of Peace, Pope Leo XIV addresses the escalation of war, rearmament and fear in international relations, and reiterates the Church’s opposition to deterrence based on military force. He calls for disarmament, dialogue and the conversion of hearts as necessary conditions for a lasting and unarmed peace.
Sydney Archdiocese dedicates Christmas light show to Bondi attack victims
In the aftermath of the Bondi Beach terror attack, Archbishop of Sydney Anthony Fisher describes how the local community gathered together in front of the Catholic Cathedral to remember the victims at a special Christmas light show.
China and the Church: Building a bridge
Vatican Media’s headquarters holds a launch event for a new book by Chinese author Chiaretto Yan, entitled “My Chinese Dream: Dialogues and Encounters with Christianity”
Pope Leo condemns antisemitism in phone call with Israeli President
Pope Leo XIV receives a telephone call from Isaac Herzog, President of Israel, following the recent terrorist attack in Sydney, and reiterates the Catholic Church’s condemnation of all forms of antisemitism.
Thailand: Compassion in the villages of Chiang Mai
Among rice paddies and temples in northern Thailand, Idente Missionaries live alongside families in villages, transforming their shared life into a place of encounter between the Gospel and local traditions.
Pope on Advent: Prepare for Christ's coming, don’t get lost in frenetic activity
In his greetings to the faithful from the different language groups during the Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV underlines the importance of Advent as a time of preparation, prayer, and reflection so that we may welcome the birth of Christ at Christmas.
Pope: Investments today come at the 'bloody price of millions of human lives'
In his catechesis, Pope Leo explains how our hearts can only find true rest in God and not in the many daily “activities that do not always leave us satisfied.”
Pope Leo to the sick: May the joy of Christmas accompany you all
At a “small, slightly more personal” encounter inside the Paul VI Hall, Pope Leo greets people suffering from various illnesses and disabilities, offering a special blessing and the wish that “the joy of the Christmas season may accompany” them, their families, and their loved ones.
Pope to school children: At Christmas build peace and unity
Pope Leo XIV joins children at a school Christmas concert in Castel Gandolfo and invites those present to communicate to all the gift of love at Christmas.
Pope thanks UISG for bearing testimony to Gospel at frontiers of mission
In a letter sent on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the International Union of Superiors General, Pope Leo XIV urges women religious to be “pilgrims and missionary disciples of hope,” to heal the wounds of those they encounter.
Parolin: Invite Christ to be born every day in your heart
Holy See Secretary of State Cardinal Parolin presides over at Mass in a hospital chapel in Rome, and visits the oncology ward, bringing Christmas greetings to the patients.
Nigeria: OLA Sisters plead for global help as 165 students and staff remain in captivity
The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles (OLA) have made a further appeal to the Global Community to come to the aid of the 165 learners and staff of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Nigeria, who have been in captivity for the fourth week since their abduction on 21 November.
Australian Pontifical Mission condemns Sydney attack
The Australian direction of the Pontifical Mission Societies condemns the attack on a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, in which 15 people were killed and 25 more injured.
DR Congo: Over 100,000 children displaced in South Kivu
The UN children’s agency warns that children are being forced to flee as M23 rebels advance in South Kivu province of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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