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Pope Leo XIV was discharged from the hospital today—four days after he underwent lung surgery—and returned to the Vatican. “Before leaving, the Holy Father thanked Professor Stefano Margaritora, who performed the surgery, together with the medical and nursing team,” the Holy See Press Office said in a statement. “He also greeted the healthcare ... read more

On October 18, the Church around the world commemorates the 100th World Mission Sunday. The theme of Pope Leo’s message for the day—issued on January 25, the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul—is “One in Christ, united in mission.” ... read more

Pope Leo XIV was the principal celebrant of a Mass at Gemelli Hospital on October 16, three days after he underwent lung surgery. Dr. Luigi Carbone and Professor Stefano Margaritora—the Pope’s personal physician and the head of the surgical team—said in an October 16 statement that the Pope “underwent blood tests and a ... read more

No earthly pleasures, no kingdoms of this world can benefit me in any way. I prefer death in Christ Jesus to power over the farthest limits of the earth. He who died in place of us is the one object of my quest. He who rose for our sakes is my one desire. — St. ... read more

The Church celebrates the Memorial of St. Ignatius of Antioch (50-107), who was one of the great bishops of the early Church. He was the successor of St. Peter as Bishop of Antioch. He was condemned to death by wild beasts during the Emperor Trajan's persecution. On his way to Rome, he wrote seven magnificent ... read more

undefined Pope Leo XIV delivers remarks at the headquarters of the U.N. World Food Programme in Rome on June 22, 2026. The Pontiff, still hospitalized after surgery, sent a message for World Food Day on Friday. ... read more

undefined Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad speaks to EWTN News in September 2025. The prefect of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue, Cardinal George Jacob Koovakad, is in the United Kingdom for the first time meeting with faith leaders. ... read more

undefined Pope Leo prays at the Marian grotto in Lourdes, France, on Sept. 27, 2026. ... read more

“The Chosen” released its official trailer for Season 6 on Oct. 15. The upcoming season of the hit series focuses on the 24 hours of Good Friday — culminating in the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.Season 6 of “The Chosen” will include six episodes — the first three of which will debut on Nov. 15 on ... read more

The new trailer already has over 1 million views on YouTube in the 24 hours since its release. A first look at the portrayal of Jesus’ crucifixion in Season 6 of “The Chosen.” | Credit: 5&2 Studios “The Chosen” released its official trailer for Season ... read more

The Russian leader, who wished the pope a speedy recovery, "thanked the pope for his willingness" to assist in "resolving the conflict" and "for his humanitarian efforts," said the Kremlin. ... read more

The Department of Homeland Security insisted ICE officers are “heroes,” enforcing the law. [...] ... read more

Bishop Joseph Brennan of the Diocese of Fresno, California, warned that immigration raids in California’s Central Valley are instilling “unrest, anxiety and even fear” in the community and that many of his priests are reporting that their parishes have been affected.“Even if you have not been personally affected by the increased immigration enforcement in our ... read more

Dr. Jérôme Lejeune (1926-1994). Credit: Fondation Jérôme Lejeune via Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 3.0). On May 7, 1974, less than 500 days after the U.S. Supreme Court handed down the disastrous Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide, a world-renowned geneticist testified before the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee’s subcommittee on Constitutional Amendments ... read more

Oregon’s Catholic bishops are urging prayer after a shooting Thursday at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, which left five people dead — including three young children — and two critically wounded.According to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz, a 16-year-old forced his way into the elementary school by shooting through locked doors before opening ... read more