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Live Authentically with Prayer, Letting Go of the Unnecessary, Pope Says
The secret to living an authentic life is praying to understand what is truly beneficial according to God's plan and letting go of the superfluous, Pope Leo XIV said.
Dialogue, Diplomacy Can Lead to Just, Lasting Peace in Ukraine, Pope Says
Meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Pope Leo XIV reiterated the importance of dialogue and his hopes for a just and lasting peace in the region.
Pope Prays Mary Will Fill Believers with Hope, Inspire Them to Serve
Celebrating the feast of the Immaculate Conception as the Jubilee Year was ending, Pope Leo XIV prayed that "Jubilee hope" would "blossom in Rome and in every corner of the earth," bringing with it reconciliation, nonviolence and peace.
Pope Asks Michael Bublé and Other Artists to Give Their Best for the Poor
Pope Leo XIV asked Canadian singer Michael Bublé and other artists to do their very best when performing a Christmas concert for the poor.
Papal Commission Votes Against Ordaining Women Deacons
A commission set up by Pope Francis to study women deacons has voted against the possibility of ordaining women deacons while also supporting more study on the issue.
Unity, Dialogue, Respect: On First Trip, Pope Highlights Paths to Peace
Visiting two countries over six days on his first foreign papal trip, Pope Leo XIV preached unity, dialogue and respect for differences as the only paths to peace.
Pope Visits Famous Istanbul Mosque but Does Not Pause to Pray
Pope Leo XIV, like his two immediate predecessors, visited the so-called Blue Mosque in Turkey's capital; he spent about 20 minutes inside but did not appear to pause for prayer as Pope Benedict XVI and Pope Francis had done.
Pope Arrives in Turkey Giving Thanks, Preaching Peace
Pope Leo XIV began his first papal trip speaking of dialogue, peace and thanksgiving -- referring to both the holiday and his own gratitude.
Gratitude Should Accompany Your Turkey and Pie, Pope Says
Thanksgiving is a "beautiful feast" that reminds everyone to be grateful for the gifts they have been given, Pope Leo XIV said.
Marriage is an Exclusive Union Requiring ‘Tender Care,’ Vatican Says
The foundation of sacramental marriage is the unity of the spouses, a bond so intense and grace-filled that it is exclusive and indissoluble, said a document from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith.