Roman Catholic

Vatican News & Updates 3 days ago

Pope Leo XIV opens 2026 urging world to reject violence in powerful New Year's Day message

Pope Leo XIV delivered a message of peace to 40,000 gathered in St. Peter's Square on New Year's Day, calling for disarmed hearts and an end to all forms of violence in 2026.

Health 3 days ago

Catholic influencer's 5-year-old son dies after 11-day flu battle followed by thousands

Paul J. Kim announced his 5-year-old son Micah died after severe flu that turned septic and caused seizures after an 11-day hospital battle documented on social media.

Israel December 25

Trio of Palestinians arrested for allegedly torching Christmas tree at Catholic church in West Bank

Three Palestinians accused of torching a Christmas tree and damaging part of a Nativity scene at a West Bank Catholic church were arrested.

VIDEO December 25

Pope Leo XIV calls for global compassion and peace in first Christmas Day address

Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst reports on Pope Leo XIV's Christmas message from St. Peter's Square and calls for peace from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on 'Special Report.'

Vatican News & Updates December 25

Pope Leo XIV delivers first Christmas message calling for end to violence in Middle East, Russia-Ukraine war

Pope Leo XIV delivers Christmas message calling for peace in Middle East and Ukraine, urging world leaders to reject violence and embrace dialogue.

VIDEO December 25

Pope Leo gives first Christmas Urbi et Orbi address

Pope Leo speaks to believers in St. Peter’s Square on Christmas Day.

Media December 24

Amy Coney Barrett discusses how Catholic faith keeps her grounded in interview with Bishop Barron

Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett tells Bishop Robert Barron that her faith keeps her grounded in a high-pressure position but doesn't influence her rulings.

Immigration December 23

White House says no to Catholic bishops' call for Christmas pause in immigration enforcement

Florida Catholic bishops appealed to President Donald Trump for a Christmas pause on immigration raids, citing fear in communities during the holiday season.

Media December 22

Pope Leo appoints pro-immigration bishop to diocese home to Trump’s Mar-a-Lago

Pope names pro-immigration bishop to Florida diocese near Trump's Mar-a-Lago. Rev. Rodríguez advocates for migrant assistance, opposes deportations.

Immigration December 22

US Catholic bishops president says deportations instilling 'fear' in 'widespread manner': 'Concerns us all'

Archbishop Paul Coakley criticized President Donald Trump's mass deportations for spreading fear and uncertainty in immigrant communities.