In a bold move, the families of two Argentine citizens held in Venezuela turned to the Vatican for help. They want the Catholic Church to step in and push for their release. This comes as Venezuela starts letting some prisoners go. Nahuel Agustín Gallo, a security expert, was arrested in December 2
Harry Styles, the famous singer, found himself at the center of a viral moment last May. People saw him near the Vatican and started wondering why he was there. Some thought he was interested in religion. Others thought he was lost. But the truth was much simpler. Harry was actually getting a hairc
Pope Leo XIV, the first American to lead the Catholic Church, wrapped up the 2025 Holy Year with a strong message against materialism and prejudice. This special year saw over 33 million visitors to Rome, marking a significant moment in the Church's history. The Jubilee started under Pope Francis in
In May, the world witnessed something extraordinary: the election of Pope Leo XIV, a man with deep ties to Chicago. This wasn't just any pope; he was a former priest from the Windy City, known to many as Father Bob. The news broke while a group of friends were heading to the airport, their phones bu
Pope Leo XIV is making some big changes to how Christmas is celebrated at the Vatican. He's bringing back old traditions that haven't been seen in years. One of these is the Christmas Day Mass in St. Peter's Basilica, which hasn't happened since 1994. This Mass will take place on December 25th at 10
Pope Leo, the first U. S. pope, recently shared his vision for the Catholic Church in a Christmas speech to Vatican cardinals. He expressed his support for the reforms initiated by his predecessor, Pope Francis, who passed away earlier this year. Francis was known for his efforts to make the Church
The Vatican has a long history of excluding women from leadership roles. This time, it's about deacons. After years of discussion, a group of experts said no to women becoming deacons. This is a big deal because deacons are like junior ministers. They can preach and perform some sacraments, but they
The Vatican has made it clear: for Catholics, one spouse is the way to go. In a recent statement, the Church's top doctrinal office, backed by Pope Leo, emphasized that marriage should be a lifelong commitment between one man and one woman. This isn't just about tradition; it's about the belief that
Pope Leo XIV, the Chicago-born leader of the Catholic Church, recently hosted a gathering of Hollywood stars at the Vatican. This event was not just a meet-and-greet but a celebration of cinema's power to bring people together and spark important conversations. The pope, known for his love of films
The Vatican has made a big move. They sent back 62 items that belong to Indigenous communities in Canada. This wasn't just a simple return. It was a step towards healing and respect. The items were given to the Canadian Catholic bishops. These bishops will now pass them on to the National Indigenous
