Church needs simpler, better ways to explain synodality, some bishops say
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Hesitation and resistance to the Church’s synodal journey can be addressed with…
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Papal puzzle lovers: Popes Leo XIV and XIII noted for liking word games
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV, who plays the daily online puzzle Wordle, is not…
God speaks to the faithful; take time to listen every day, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — If Christians are to speak about God, then they must dedicate time…
Baptism provides light in darkness, gateway to heaven, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Baptizing one’s children is as essential as providing them with food and…
UPDATE: Church leaders must listen to abuse victims, those who suffer, pope tells cardinals
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Every level of Church leadership must strengthen and improve its ability to…
Pope Leo XIV calls on Catholics to rediscover Vatican II teachings
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The teachings of the Second Vatican Council are still “the guiding star”…
Torrential rains, looming deadline, don’t deter last-minute pilgrims
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — With rain-slicked coats and rain-soaked feet, last-minute visitors did not let Rome’s…
Christians must resist allure of power, serve humanity, pope says at end of Holy Year
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The powerful and violent cannot control, suppress or commodify God’s grace, friendship…
New year marks time to usher in era of peace, friendship among all people, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The world is not saved by threatening violence or by judging, oppressing…
God’s plan of salvation is greater than any ‘weaponized’ plots underway, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The tenacious hope of people of faith, believing in a better tomorrow,…
Families fostering Gospel values provide hope in dark world, Pope Leo says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Christian families must not let today’s tyrants suffocate their love and witness…