Leo XIV leads leaders of various religions in lighting a candle for peace this evening at the Arch of Constantine, built to commemorate Constantine's victory over Maxentius at the Battle of the Milvian Bridge in 312.
Cardinal Cupich says the traditional liturgy is "more of a spectacle rather than the active participation of all the baptized for them to be formed to join in the saving action of Christ crucified." Funny: That's exactly how I would describe the Synod on Synodality.
The traditional Roman rite liturgy was “more of a spectacle rather than the active participation of all the baptised”, Chicago Cardinal Blase Cupich, a friend of Leo XIV, wrote on VaticanNews.va (October 21). He repeated the lie that the liturgical reform of the 1960s had benefited from scholarly research into liturgy. According to him, there were adaptations, that were introduced over time, which incorporated elements from imperial and royal courts. “By purifying the liturgy of these adaptations, the aim was to enable the liturgy to sustain the Church's renewed sense of herself.” Cardinal Cupich considers the social concern for those in need as “criterion by which the authenticity of our Eucharistic celebrations is judged”. Speaking of the Novus Ordo, he said the Eucharist is “the locus of solidarity with the poor in a fractured world.” #newsEnetddapib
The conflict began when, on May 28, 2024, an Egyptian court ruled that the monastery’s property belongs to Egypt and must be supervised by its Ministries of Antiquities and Environment, although the monks could remain. Meanwhile, within the monastery itself, 12 of the 22 monks revolted against their abbot, Archbishop Damianos, who had led since 1974. The rebellion centered on whether the monastery should remain autonomous (as Damianos and the Patriarchate of Constantinople claimed) or be under the spiritual authority of the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Jerusalem, led by Theophilos III. As tensions escalated: Greece passed a law establishing a new legal entity to manage the monastery’s assets, worsening divisions among the monks. Both the Greek and Egyptian governments entered negotiations. Violent unrest broke out at the monastery in late August, and several monks were expelled. On September 8, the Patriarchate of Jerusalem deposed Damianos, but he simultaneously resigned and announced …More
“Church blessings of gay couples are such a drastic departure from Christian tradition that it seems odd to argue that their effect will be limited. But never underestimate the Church of England’s ability to accommodate new secular orthodoxies while containing conservative dissent.”
Tens of thousands of people in Budapest marked the anniversary of Hungary's 1956 anti-Soviet uprising. Competing rallies were held this week as the governing party and the opposition tried to link history to what’s at stake for the country ahead of polls next year.
During the Mass for the Jubilee of the Synodal Teams and Participatory Bodies in St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Leo XIV preached on synodality, “No one is excluded; we are all called to participate.”
27.10.2025 WHEN POPE LEO AFFIRMS VATICAN COUNCIL II RATIONALLY HE AFFIRMS FEENEYITE EENS. THE COUNCIL IS ECCLESIOCENTRIC WITH NO EXCEPTIONS FOR TRADITION : 98 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS (UPDATED) WHEN POPE LEO AFFIRMS VATICAN COUNCIL II …
"He destroyed me": 16-year-old Meija Åberg in an interview with Norran, describing a traumatic rape, its aftermath, and lifelong scars. Mohamed, an 18-year-old Eritrean migrant, raped Meija and avoided deportation after a Swedish court ruled the rape didn’t last long enough.
World Over on EWTN: Fr. Robert McTeigue SJ, Jesuit priest and podcaster discusses reports that Pope Leo XIV may be instituting further reforms to the personal prelature Opus Dei, comments on the newly named president of Georgetown University, and more.
Saint Ludwig Maria Grignion de Montfort predicted an intense spiritual battle for the Church in the last days. Four years before his death in 1712 in La Rochelle, France, this saint wrote these words: As we move towards the end of the world... Almighty God and His holy Mother are to raise up saints who will surpass in holiness most other saints, just as the cedars of Lebanon tower above the little bushes. These great souls, full of grace and zeal, will be chosen to oppose the enemies of God who are raging on all sides. They will be exceptionally devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Illuminated by Her light, strengthened by Her spirit, supported by Her arms, sheltered by Her protection, they will fight with one hand and build with the other. They will be true apostles of the end times, to whom the Lord of Hosts will give ease of expression and the strength to perform miracles and seize the honorable spoils of His enemies... They will have the double-edged sword of the Word of God in their …More
The Holy See Press Office announced that Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Ángel Fernández Artime, S.D.B., as Applied Judge of the Court of Cassation of the Vatican City State, effective October 13, 2025. This is considered a significant appointment given the sensitive cases currently before the Vatican’s Supreme Court. One key issue pending is the recusal request filed by the lawyers of Cardinal Angelo Becciu and other defendants in the trial concerning the Vatican’s London property investment (Sloane Avenue). The Vatican Court of Cassation consists of four cardinals—Kevin Farrell (president), Matteo Zuppi, Mauro Gambetti, and Augusto Paolo Lojudice—all appointed by Pope Francis.
Q: Holy Father, what would you say to bishops & priests who're concerned that synodality may diminish their authority as pastors? Pope Leo XIV : "Priests need to be invited to open their hearts & take part in this process. Oftentimes resistances come out from fear & lack of knowledge." We all don't run on the same speed, we need to be patient with e/o. Rather than a few running ahead & leaving a lot behind which could cause a break in ecclesial experience, we need to understand where's the resistance coming from & what we can do to encourage communion."
The article denounces what it calls the Vatican’s double standard on press freedom. It contrasts Cardinal Pietro Parolin’s recent statements condemning intimidation against journalists in Italy with the Vatican’s own record of harassment and threats toward reporters Cited examples include: - In 2022, Vatican prosecutor Alessandro Diddi publicly revealed a journalist’s confidential source during a trial — a serious breach of professional ethics. - In 2023, a Vatican employee was wrongly accused of leaking information and prosecuted under pressure from Cardinal Mauro Gambetti and Diddi, who allegedly threatened journalists directly.
In the 1980s, the then 30-year-old Fr Robert Prevost served for approximately one year in the Prelature of Chulucanas in northern Peru. On 23 October, the anti-Catholic outlet NcrOnline.org spoke with locals who remembered 'Father Robertito' for wearing jeans, polo shirts and a cap, and for travelling to remote villages. Fr Prevost arrived in Chulucanas just as the plan 'New image of parish' was being implemented. This model gave laypeople elected leadership roles, such as secretary, liturgy coordinator and catechesis leader. In 1988, Fr Prevost started working in Trujillo. At the time, the parish of Our Lady of Montserrat had no church building. Fr. Prevost took advantage of this to celebrate the Eucharist in the streets or in different parks. Families would bring their own chairs, and at the end of the Eucharist, the location of the following week's Eucharist would be announced. Fr Prevost began in Trujillo implementing the parish model he had learned in Chulucanas. He divided the …More
Ivan Tomas
Denis Efimov
Mazza La Ragazza
Lionel Leslie Andrades
Dwa Serca Maryja Jezus
Beatus Vir