Leo XIV: True power comes from virtue, not strength
The pontiff discussed the legitimate exercise of authority in a message to the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences.VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV emphasized that technological, economic, and military power must be directed toward the common good. In an address to the plenary assembly of the Pontifical Academy of Social Sciences, the pontiff discussed authority […]
Pope Leo XIV in Algeria: Where there is conflict the Church brings reconciliation
At the Basilica of St. Augustine, the pontiff urged Christians to bear witness through “simple gestures, genuine relationships and a dialogue lived out day by day.” ANNABA, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV concluded his visit to the land of St. Augustine by celebrating Mass at the Basilica of St. Augustine in Annaba, where he said […]
PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV Visits Algeria on Africa Trip
The Holy Father is scheduled to visit four African countries throughout mid-April. Pope Leo XIV toured several major religious sites in Algeria on April 13 and 14, visiting with the local Catholic community and meeting with Islamic dignitaries during the first leg of his papal trip to Africa. The Holy Father is scheduled to continue […]
Pope Leo XIV visits ancient Hippo in return to the roots of his vocation
In Algeria, the pope visited the archaeological site of the city where St. Augustine served as bishop. ANNABA, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV traveled Tuesday from Algiers to Annaba — ancient Hippo — in what for the Augustinian pontiff amounted to a return to the roots of his faith and vocation. After a flight of […]
Pope Leo XIV in Annaba, Algeria: visit to elderly care home
The pontiff stopped at a care home run by the Little Sisters of the Poor. ANNABA, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday said that “God’s heart is not with the wicked, the arrogant, or the proud” as he visited the Ma Maison care home for the elderly in Annaba during his apostolic journey to […]
Pope Leo XIV calls June consistory of cardinals, says Evangelii Gaudium must be relaunched
In a letter to the College of Cardinals, the pope said the exhortation remains “a significant point of reference” and urged renewed missionary boldness across the life of the Church. Pope Leo XIV has confirmed that he will hold a consistory with cardinals from around the world on June 26–27, saying their previous discussions produced […]
Pope Leo XIV Reveals Theme for 2026 Migrants Day
The Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development explained that the pope chose this title to emphasize the duty to welcome migrant and refugee children. “Even Just One of These Children” is the title chosen by Pope Leo XIV for the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, which will be held on Sept. 27. As […]
Pope Leo XIV recalls the ‘living seed’ of the martyrs of Algeria
The meeting in the Catholic Basilica of Our Lady of Africa concluded the first day of the pope’s journey to Africa. ALGIERS, Algeria — The first day of Pope Leo XIV’s international apostolic journey to Africa concluded with an encounter with the Algerian community at the Basilica of Our Lady of Africa in Algiers. “It […]
9 things to know about Pope Leo XIV’s Africa visit
Pope Leo XIV is set to embark on a 10-day papal trip to four countries in Africa from April 13–23. On the heels of his first apostolic visit of 2026 to Monaco on March 28 and after presiding over Holy Week and Easter events and celebrations, Pope Leo XIV is making final preparations for his […]
Pope Leo XIV in Algeria: ‘I am here among you as a pilgrim of peace’
The pontiff called for a world order that does not exclude the vulnerable and urged leaders to serve the common good. ALGIERS, Algeria — Pope Leo XIV on Monday presented himself to Algeria’s diplomatic corps and civil society as “a pilgrim of peace,” urging a more just international order, warning against exclusion and inequality, and […]