Ahead of World Day of the Poor, first laundry for the poor under Pope Leo opened in Parma
by(OSV News) — During the pontificate of Pope Francis, the papal laundries for the poor were traditionally named after the pope. Pope Leo XIV…
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8 ways to love and serve the poor following Pope Leo’s ‘Dilexi Te’
byWASHINGTON (OSV News) — Everyday Catholics can love and accompany those in need, according to experts that directly serve or advocate for those struggling with poverty….
Pope Leo calls for dialogue as US builds up military presence on Venezuelan coast
byBy David Agren, OSV News (OSV News) — Pope Leo XIV has called for dialogue and peace in Venezuela as the United States amps…
Pope answers questions about migrants, Venezuela, Rupnik trial
byVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Catholics in immigration detention centers have “spiritual rights” that Catholic clergy should be allowed to serve, Pope Leo XIV said. Speaking briefly with reporters…
Mary, mother of Jesus and all believers, is not co-redeemer, Vatican says
byVATICAN CITY (CNS) — While praising devotion to Mary, the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith firmly rejected moves to formally proclaim Mary…
Pope’s prayer intention is for those struggling with suicidal thoughts
byVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV has asked Catholics to join him in praying for those who struggle with suicidal thoughts, and for all people…
Prayer for beloved dead is sign of hope of being together again, pope says
byBy Cindy Wooden , Catholic News Service ROME (CNS) — As Christians visit cemeteries on the feast of All Souls and remember their loved…
Trump administration sets record-low refugee admission cap, with focus on white South Africans
byBy Kate Scanlon , OSV News WASHINGTON (OSV News) — The Trump administration indicated it would restrict the number of refugees it admits annually…
Brazilian cardinal calls for peace, solidarity with poor after deadly police raid
by(OSV News) — Brazilian Cardinal Orani João Tempesta of Rio de Janeiro appealed for peace after a police operation targeting a local drug trafficking gang…
Faith thrives in community, not isolation, pope tells young adults
byVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV encouraged an international group of young adults to reach out to their peers and invite them to…