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This is the view of 1.2 million people from above. This is happening in Madrid, in the famous Plaza de Cibeles and its surroundings, where Pope Leo XIV will preside over the solemn Corpus Christi Mass, followed by a historic procession.

This is the view of 1.2 million people from above. This is happening in Madrid, in the famous Plaza de Cibeles and its surroundings, where Pope Leo XIV will preside over the solemn Corpus Christi Mass, followed by a historic procession.

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BREAKING NEWS: The blood of Saint Januarius has liquefied in Naples ahead of Pope Leo’s visit for the first anniversary of his election as pope. During a packed liturgy in the cathedral, the pope held the reliquary aloft and displayed the liquefied relic for the faithful, a gesture many Neapolitans read as a sign of protection and hope for their city. The famous “miracle of San Gennaro” traditionally occurs three times a year—on the saint’s feast day in mid‑September, in December, and in May—and it also famously happened during Pope Francis’ visit to Naples in 2015, a moment many interpreted as a special blessing for the city.

BREAKING NEWS: The blood of Saint Januarius has liquefied in Naples ahead of Pope Leo’s visit for the first anniversary of his election as pope. During a packed liturgy in the cathedral, the pope held the reliquary aloft and displayed the liquefied relic for the faithful, a gesture many Neapolitans read as a sign of protection and hope for their city. The famous “miracle of San Gennaro” traditionally occurs three times a year—on the saint’s feast day in mid‑September, in December, and in May—and it also famously happened during Pope Francis’ visit to Naples in 2015, a moment many interpreted as a special blessing for the city.

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There is a long-standing tradition for pilgrims to trade zucchettos (the white head covering) with the recent popes. This takes place commonly during the General Audiences in St. Peter’s Square. Pope Leo has chosen typically to place the gifted zucchetto upon his head for a few moments before returning it to the pilgrim. Finally, at Wednesday’s General Audience, Pope Leo traded the zucchetto he was wearing and continued to wear the one gifted to him. His Holiness ended the moment with an impromptu high-five.

There is a long-standing tradition for pilgrims to trade zucchettos (the white head covering) with the recent popes. This takes place commonly during the General Audiences in St. Peter’s Square. Pope Leo has chosen typically to place the gifted zucchetto upon his head for a few moments before returning it to the pilgrim. Finally, at Wednesday’s General Audience, Pope Leo traded the zucchetto he was wearing and continued to wear the one gifted to him. His Holiness ended the moment with an impromptu high-five.

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Pope Leo XIV crowning the statue of Our Lady of the Gypsies for the Jubilee of the Roma, Sinti and Travelling Peoples.

Pope Leo XIV crowning the statue of Our Lady of the Gypsies for the Jubilee of the Roma, Sinti and Travelling Peoples.

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You can tell the crowd had been waiting for this. During his apostolic trip to Africa, Pope Leo has already shown off his English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish — but this afternoon he unlocked a new language: Kimbundu, a Bantu language spoken in Angola. He said: “Mama Muxima, tueza kokué, Mama Muxima, tutambululé,” which means: “Mother of the heart, we come to you; Mother of the heart, receive us.” The crowd erupted in applause. Hey Duolingo we couldn’t find Kimbundu on your app… any plans?

You can tell the crowd had been waiting for this. During his apostolic trip to Africa, Pope Leo has already shown off his English, French, Portuguese, and Spanish — but this afternoon he unlocked a new language: Kimbundu, a Bantu language spoken in Angola. He said: “Mama Muxima, tueza kokué, Mama Muxima, tutambululé,” which means: “Mother of the heart, we come to you; Mother of the heart, receive us.” The crowd erupted in applause. Hey Duolingo we couldn’t find Kimbundu on your app… any plans?

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As tradition during the Sede Vacante, the Ring of the Fisherman and the lead seal of Pope Francis were officially destroyed this morning in the Synod Hall, in the presence of the Camerlengo and the College of Cardinals. A rite marking the end of one pontificate and the wait for the next.

As tradition during the Sede Vacante, the Ring of the Fisherman and the lead seal of Pope Francis were officially destroyed this morning in the Synod Hall, in the presence of the Camerlengo and the College of Cardinals. A rite marking the end of one pontificate and the wait for the next.

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As the most senior cardinal bishop under the age of 80, Cardinal Pietro Parolin presides over the conclave and is the first to take his oath of secrecy and fidelity in the Sistine Chapel. The 70-year-old Vatican Secretary of State serves as the chief conductor of the proceedings until a new pope is elected, a role similar to what Joseph Ratzinger held in 2005 before becoming Pope Benedict XVI.

As the most senior cardinal bishop under the age of 80, Cardinal Pietro Parolin presides over the conclave and is the first to take his oath of secrecy and fidelity in the Sistine Chapel. The 70-year-old Vatican Secretary of State serves as the chief conductor of the proceedings until a new pope is elected, a role similar to what Joseph Ratzinger held in 2005 before becoming Pope Benedict XVI.

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These are the ruins of the imperial palace of Nicaea in İznik, Türkiye (Turkey), the site many experts consider the most likely location of the First Council of Nicaea. Pope Leo will visit this city on Friday, November 28, to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. 📹 Magdalena Wolinska-Riedi / EWTN News

These are the ruins of the imperial palace of Nicaea in İznik, Türkiye (Turkey), the site many experts consider the most likely location of the First Council of Nicaea. Pope Leo will visit this city on Friday, November 28, to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea. 📹 Magdalena Wolinska-Riedi / EWTN News

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"La Mamma è sempre con noi!" “Our Mother is always with us!” With simple and tender words, at the feet of Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Leo XIV turned a simple greeting into a small catechesis of the heart: when we walk with Mary, we are never alone.

"La Mamma è sempre con noi!" “Our Mother is always with us!” With simple and tender words, at the feet of Our Lady of the Rosary, Pope Leo XIV turned a simple greeting into a small catechesis of the heart: when we walk with Mary, we are never alone.

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St. Peter’s Square erupts with joy at the General Audience. The Pope tries to finish his sentence, but the crowd takes over: ‘Leone! Leone!’ He swallows, smiles shyly. History is being made as more and more pilgrims meet the Catholic Church’s new Pope!

St. Peter’s Square erupts with joy at the General Audience. The Pope tries to finish his sentence, but the crowd takes over: ‘Leone! Leone!’ He swallows, smiles shyly. History is being made as more and more pilgrims meet the Catholic Church’s new Pope!

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During the Chrism Mass, Pope Leo XIV breathes over the sacred chrism oil—a gesture known as insufflation. This ancient sign recalls Christ breathing the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It symbolizes the Spirit’s presence sanctifying the oil, which will be used in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders, marking the faithful with the seal of Christ.

During the Chrism Mass, Pope Leo XIV breathes over the sacred chrism oil—a gesture known as insufflation. This ancient sign recalls Christ breathing the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles. It symbolizes the Spirit’s presence sanctifying the oil, which will be used in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and Holy Orders, marking the faithful with the seal of Christ.

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Saint Carlo Acutis' parents, Andrea and Antonia, accompanied by his younger twin siblings, Michele and Francesca, brought the offertory gifts to Pope Leo XIV during the canonization Mass.

Saint Carlo Acutis' parents, Andrea and Antonia, accompanied by his younger twin siblings, Michele and Francesca, brought the offertory gifts to Pope Leo XIV during the canonization Mass.

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During today’s Jubilee Audience for the Jubilee of Choirs in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV shared a warm moment with a young child seated on his mother’s lap. The child’s enthusiastic hug briefly threw the Pope off balance, drawing smiles from those nearby. The Holy Father recovered with good humor and continued greeting the faithful with his characteristic gentleness.

During today’s Jubilee Audience for the Jubilee of Choirs in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Leo XIV shared a warm moment with a young child seated on his mother’s lap. The child’s enthusiastic hug briefly threw the Pope off balance, drawing smiles from those nearby. The Holy Father recovered with good humor and continued greeting the faithful with his characteristic gentleness.

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Pope Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the Vatican on Jan. 12, in an unscheduled audience later added to the official agenda. Machado, a key figure of the Venezuelan opposition and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has denounced the country’s humanitarian and institutional crisis. The Vatican released no details of the meeting, as the Pope continues to call for respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty and human and civil rights.

Pope Leo XIV met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the Vatican on Jan. 12, in an unscheduled audience later added to the official agenda. Machado, a key figure of the Venezuelan opposition and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, has denounced the country’s humanitarian and institutional crisis. The Vatican released no details of the meeting, as the Pope continues to call for respect for Venezuela’s sovereignty and human and civil rights.

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One year ago today, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost placed his hand upon the Holy Gospels and took the solemn Oath of Secrecy as the Conclave began. That Conclave would soon elect him as the 267th Successor of Peter: Pope Leo XIV.

One year ago today, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost placed his hand upon the Holy Gospels and took the solemn Oath of Secrecy as the Conclave began. That Conclave would soon elect him as the 267th Successor of Peter: Pope Leo XIV.

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“Do not be afraid!”. In his first Regina Coeli, Pope Leo XIV echoes the timeless call of St. John Paul II, urging young people to embrace Christ’s invitation. On the 62nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations, his voice resounds: “Accept the invitation of the Church and Christ the Lord!”

“Do not be afraid!”. In his first Regina Coeli, Pope Leo XIV echoes the timeless call of St. John Paul II, urging young people to embrace Christ’s invitation. On the 62nd World Day of Prayer for Vocations, his voice resounds: “Accept the invitation of the Church and Christ the Lord!”

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The cutest thing you’ll witness today! At the end of Thursday afternoon’s Mass in Bamenda, as Pope Leo XIV was preparing to leave the airport and get into his car, a little girl ran up to hug him. A spontaneous gesture, amid the joy and emotion of the 20,000 present, describing the true atmosphere of this day more than anything else: the joy and hope of an encounter with the successor of Peter. Follow the Papal Trip at

The cutest thing you’ll witness today! At the end of Thursday afternoon’s Mass in Bamenda, as Pope Leo XIV was preparing to leave the airport and get into his car, a little girl ran up to hug him. A spontaneous gesture, amid the joy and emotion of the 20,000 present, describing the true atmosphere of this day more than anything else: the joy and hope of an encounter with the successor of Peter. Follow the Papal Trip at

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Pope Francis made a surprise visit to St Peter’s Basilica in a wheelchair while using his oxygen cannula. It was the first time he has been seen without his papal attire. Let’s keep praying for his recovery! 🎥: Crux Stationalis - Jacob Stein #popefrancis #catholicchurch #stpetersbasilica

Pope Francis made a surprise visit to St Peter’s Basilica in a wheelchair while using his oxygen cannula. It was the first time he has been seen without his papal attire. Let’s keep praying for his recovery! 🎥: Crux Stationalis - Jacob Stein #popefrancis #catholicchurch #stpetersbasilica

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On April 20, we received Pope Francis's final blessing. He died the following day. It was an Urbi et Orbi blessing for Easter Sunday. It was also an Urbi et Orbi blessing he first gave us in 2013 after his papal election. One month after his passing, we continue to pray for his eternal rest.

On April 20, we received Pope Francis's final blessing. He died the following day. It was an Urbi et Orbi blessing for Easter Sunday. It was also an Urbi et Orbi blessing he first gave us in 2013 after his papal election. One month after his passing, we continue to pray for his eternal rest.

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Madrid witnessed something extraordinary today: Pope Leo XIV carrying our Eucharistic Lord through its streets on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. As thousands followed in prayer and adoration, the scene reflected the beauty of this ancient feast. But Madrid was not alone. Across the world, Catholics gathered to carry Jesus in the Eucharist through their streets, publicly proclaiming their faith in His Real Presence. Corpus Christi is more than a tradition—it is living faith made visible. Wherever the Eucharistic Lord was carried in procession today, in Madrid, throughout Spain, throughout the world, there beat the heart of the Church.

Madrid witnessed something extraordinary today: Pope Leo XIV carrying our Eucharistic Lord through its streets on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi. As thousands followed in prayer and adoration, the scene reflected the beauty of this ancient feast. But Madrid was not alone. Across the world, Catholics gathered to carry Jesus in the Eucharist through their streets, publicly proclaiming their faith in His Real Presence. Corpus Christi is more than a tradition—it is living faith made visible. Wherever the Eucharistic Lord was carried in procession today, in Madrid, throughout Spain, throughout the world, there beat the heart of the Church.

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Produced by the Dicastery for Integral Human Development and EWTN a video reflection on Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence, opened the historic launch event on May 25, 2026 in the Vatican.

Produced by the Dicastery for Integral Human Development and EWTN a video reflection on Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence, opened the historic launch event on May 25, 2026 in the Vatican.

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Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Madrid. The King and Queen of Spain welcomed him with full honors upon his arrival. Queen Letizia wore white, exercising the Privilege of the White (Privilège du Blanc), a ceremonial honor reserved for Catholic royal houses during audiences with the Pontiff. Welcome to the land of Mary, dear Holy Father!

Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Madrid. The King and Queen of Spain welcomed him with full honors upon his arrival. Queen Letizia wore white, exercising the Privilege of the White (Privilège du Blanc), a ceremonial honor reserved for Catholic royal houses during audiences with the Pontiff. Welcome to the land of Mary, dear Holy Father!

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At today's General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflected on Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Second Vatican Council’s constitution on the sacred liturgy, and urged priests to respect the texts and norms of the Mass. The Holy Father reminded priests not to alter the liturgy “on their own initiative,” warning that such changes can create confusion among the faithful.

At today's General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflected on Sacrosanctum Concilium, the Second Vatican Council’s constitution on the sacred liturgy, and urged priests to respect the texts and norms of the Mass. The Holy Father reminded priests not to alter the liturgy “on their own initiative,” warning that such changes can create confusion among the faithful.

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Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with Dame Sarah Mullally, the new Archbishop of Canterbury and the first woman to lead the Church of England and the Anglican Communion. During their audience at the Vatican, the Pope encouraged Catholics and Anglicans to continue the path of dialogue and unity, acknowledging that new challenges have made full communion more difficult. He warned that it would be a “scandal” not only to fail in the common mission of making Christ known, but also to stop working to overcome divisions, “no matter how intractable they may appear.”

Pope Leo XIV held his first meeting with Dame Sarah Mullally, the new Archbishop of Canterbury and the first woman to lead the Church of England and the Anglican Communion. During their audience at the Vatican, the Pope encouraged Catholics and Anglicans to continue the path of dialogue and unity, acknowledging that new challenges have made full communion more difficult. He warned that it would be a “scandal” not only to fail in the common mission of making Christ known, but also to stop working to overcome divisions, “no matter how intractable they may appear.”

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This was Pope Francis’s last public appearance. His final gesture of love for the Church was the Urbi et Orbi blessing with which Catholics celebrate the Resurrection on Easter. Let us listen to his words and pray for the eternal repose of our shepherd.

This was Pope Francis’s last public appearance. His final gesture of love for the Church was the Urbi et Orbi blessing with which Catholics celebrate the Resurrection on Easter. Let us listen to his words and pray for the eternal repose of our shepherd.

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With visible emotion, Pope Leo XIV closes the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica—the last one still open—marking the end of the Jubilee of Hope 2025. Crossed by over 33 million pilgrims, the door had been opened by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024. The 27th ordinary Jubilee in the history of the Catholic Church—and the second of the 21st century—comes to a close on the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord.

With visible emotion, Pope Leo XIV closes the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica—the last one still open—marking the end of the Jubilee of Hope 2025. Crossed by over 33 million pilgrims, the door had been opened by Pope Francis on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024. The 27th ordinary Jubilee in the history of the Catholic Church—and the second of the 21st century—comes to a close on the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord.

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The Borso d’Este Bible, one of the supreme masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, was formally presented to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican during an institutional ceremony attended by the President of the Italian Senate, Ignazio La Russa. The encounter took on a particularly touching note when Pope Leo gently reached for the manuscript, carefully asking whether gloves were required and if he might turn its pages. Reassured that the precious volume could be handled, the Pope leafed through the codex with evident reverence, observing various Bible passages and illuminations. Commissioned in the 15th century by Borso d’Este, Duke of Ferrara, the lavishly illuminated Bible—celebrated for its gold embellishments and Afghan lapis lazuli miniatures—stands as a pinnacle of European manuscript art, uniting exceptional artistic refinement, historical significance, and profound spiritual symbolism. It is rarely displayed outside its permanent home at the Estense Library in Modena.

The Borso d’Este Bible, one of the supreme masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance, was formally presented to Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican during an institutional ceremony attended by the President of the Italian Senate, Ignazio La Russa. The encounter took on a particularly touching note when Pope Leo gently reached for the manuscript, carefully asking whether gloves were required and if he might turn its pages. Reassured that the precious volume could be handled, the Pope leafed through the codex with evident reverence, observing various Bible passages and illuminations. Commissioned in the 15th century by Borso d’Este, Duke of Ferrara, the lavishly illuminated Bible—celebrated for its gold embellishments and Afghan lapis lazuli miniatures—stands as a pinnacle of European manuscript art, uniting exceptional artistic refinement, historical significance, and profound spiritual symbolism. It is rarely displayed outside its permanent home at the Estense Library in Modena.

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Shortly after accepting his election as the 267th Pope, Pope Leo XIV embraced each of the Cardinal Electors and then proceeded to the Pauline Chapel, where he spent a moment in prayer.

Shortly after accepting his election as the 267th Pope, Pope Leo XIV embraced each of the Cardinal Electors and then proceeded to the Pauline Chapel, where he spent a moment in prayer.

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Mission accomplished. As promised, Pope Leo XIV carried the Cross for the entire Way of the Cross at the Colosseum—his first as pope. The last time a pope bore the Cross there was twenty years ago, when Benedict XVI carried it at the beginning of the liturgy. Before him, St. John Paul II was the first to personally carry the Cross through all the Colosseum Stations each year from 1980 to 1994.

Mission accomplished. As promised, Pope Leo XIV carried the Cross for the entire Way of the Cross at the Colosseum—his first as pope. The last time a pope bore the Cross there was twenty years ago, when Benedict XVI carried it at the beginning of the liturgy. Before him, St. John Paul II was the first to personally carry the Cross through all the Colosseum Stations each year from 1980 to 1994.

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In remarks to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, a reporter asked Pope Leo XIV why he had not prayed “at least not visibly” during his visit to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul. The Pope smiled and replied: “Who said that I didn’t pray? … And perhaps I am praying even now.” He then clarified: “In fact, I prefer to pray in a Catholic church, in the presence of the Most Blessed Sacrament,” calling the attention given to that moment “a bit… curious.”

In remarks to journalists in Castel Gandolfo, a reporter asked Pope Leo XIV why he had not prayed “at least not visibly” during his visit to the Sultan Ahmed Mosque in Istanbul. The Pope smiled and replied: “Who said that I didn’t pray? … And perhaps I am praying even now.” He then clarified: “In fact, I prefer to pray in a Catholic church, in the presence of the Most Blessed Sacrament,” calling the attention given to that moment “a bit… curious.”

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At the start of the Good Friday liturgy commemorating the Passion of the Lord, the Pope prostrates himself before the altar as all kneel in silence. He then prays: "Remember your mercies, O Lord, and with your eternal protection sanctify your servants, for whom Christ, your Son, by the shedding of his Blood, established the Paschal Mystery, Who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen."

At the start of the Good Friday liturgy commemorating the Passion of the Lord, the Pope prostrates himself before the altar as all kneel in silence. He then prays: "Remember your mercies, O Lord, and with your eternal protection sanctify your servants, for whom Christ, your Son, by the shedding of his Blood, established the Paschal Mystery, Who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen."

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First images of Pope Francis' tomb at Saint Mary Major: the slab marked 'FRANCISCVS' is lit by a spotlight, and above it hangs a crucifix — an enlarged replica of the late Pope's pectoral cross.

First images of Pope Francis' tomb at Saint Mary Major: the slab marked 'FRANCISCVS' is lit by a spotlight, and above it hangs a crucifix — an enlarged replica of the late Pope's pectoral cross.

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On his way back to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV visited St. Mary Major, where he stopped in prayer before the tomb of Pope Francis and the icon of the Virgin, Salus Populi Romani.

On his way back to the Vatican, Pope Leo XIV visited St. Mary Major, where he stopped in prayer before the tomb of Pope Francis and the icon of the Virgin, Salus Populi Romani.

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Just before the prayer vigil for peace and the recitation of the Holy Rosary began in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV made a surprise appearance in St. Peter’s Square to greet and bless the faithful who were unable to enter the Basilica. He thanked them for their presence, called on everyone to become “bearers of peace,” and said that, in the light of the Risen Christ, a new peace is possible — one that unites all peoples as brothers and sisters. Entrusting the crowd and their loved ones to God’s care, he concluded by invoking Mary, Queen of Peace.

Just before the prayer vigil for peace and the recitation of the Holy Rosary began in St. Peter’s Basilica, Pope Leo XIV made a surprise appearance in St. Peter’s Square to greet and bless the faithful who were unable to enter the Basilica. He thanked them for their presence, called on everyone to become “bearers of peace,” and said that, in the light of the Risen Christ, a new peace is possible — one that unites all peoples as brothers and sisters. Entrusting the crowd and their loved ones to God’s care, he concluded by invoking Mary, Queen of Peace.

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For the first time in 57 years, a pope has attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Pontifical Swiss Guard. Pope Leo XIV took part in the event held in the San Damaso Courtyard at the Vatican. The 27 new recruits pledged their loyalty before the Holy Father — marking the first papal presence at the ceremony since Paul VI in 1968.

For the first time in 57 years, a pope has attended the swearing-in ceremony of the Pontifical Swiss Guard. Pope Leo XIV took part in the event held in the San Damaso Courtyard at the Vatican. The 27 new recruits pledged their loyalty before the Holy Father — marking the first papal presence at the ceremony since Paul VI in 1968.

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The Jubilee of Hope 2025 has begun! Pope Francis opened the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. The Catholic Church begins a Holy Year that the Popes proclaim every 25 years. #Jubilee2025

The Jubilee of Hope 2025 has begun! Pope Francis opened the Holy Door of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. The Catholic Church begins a Holy Year that the Popes proclaim every 25 years. #Jubilee2025

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In a candid moment, Pope Leo blessed the traditional Armenian offering of bread and salt—and, after asking the Armenian Patriarch Sahak II if he should eat the piece, he did. This was the first event of his fourth and final day in Türkiye (Turkey): a prayer visit to the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral, where he was welcomed with the customary gift of bread and salt. In Armenian tradition, bread symbolizes life and God’s generous blessing, while salt represents purity, loyalty, incorruptibility, and faithful relationships. To “eat salt and bread together” means to seal a bond of lasting trust and peace. In Armenian spirituality, this call to hospitality is rooted in Abraham welcoming the three angels, the Gospel invitation to receive Christ in every stranger, and the monastic tradition of caring for pilgrims.

In a candid moment, Pope Leo blessed the traditional Armenian offering of bread and salt—and, after asking the Armenian Patriarch Sahak II if he should eat the piece, he did. This was the first event of his fourth and final day in Türkiye (Turkey): a prayer visit to the Armenian Apostolic Cathedral, where he was welcomed with the customary gift of bread and salt. In Armenian tradition, bread symbolizes life and God’s generous blessing, while salt represents purity, loyalty, incorruptibility, and faithful relationships. To “eat salt and bread together” means to seal a bond of lasting trust and peace. In Armenian spirituality, this call to hospitality is rooted in Abraham welcoming the three angels, the Gospel invitation to receive Christ in every stranger, and the monastic tradition of caring for pilgrims.

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Pope Leo XIV offers a bouquet of white flowers to Mary in the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in the Vatican Gardens. The choir, joined by the faithful and the Holy Father, sings “Mira il tuo popolo” to Our Lady before the Holy Rosary for Peace at the close of the Marian Month of May. The English words for the hymn are: “Look upon your people, Beautiful Lady, Who falls at your feet to implore your love. “Holy Virgin, pray for me. Your kind and most merciful heart is a refuge for the sinner.”

Pope Leo XIV offers a bouquet of white flowers to Mary in the Grotto of Our Lady of Lourdes in the Vatican Gardens. The choir, joined by the faithful and the Holy Father, sings “Mira il tuo popolo” to Our Lady before the Holy Rosary for Peace at the close of the Marian Month of May. The English words for the hymn are: “Look upon your people, Beautiful Lady, Who falls at your feet to implore your love. “Holy Virgin, pray for me. Your kind and most merciful heart is a refuge for the sinner.”

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The Vatican has released the first images of Pope Francis' body after his death. His body lies in state at the Domus Sanctae Marthae chapel, surrounded by Swiss Guards, cardinals, and Vatican officials. The coffin will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica for public veneration on April 23, 2025.

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The Vatican has released the first images of Pope Francis' body after his death. His body lies in state at the Domus Sanctae Marthae chapel, surrounded by Swiss Guards, cardinals, and Vatican officials. The coffin will be transferred to St. Peter’s Basilica for public veneration on April 23, 2025.

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