Pope Leo Closes Holy Year, Calls for Compassion Toward Foreigners

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Pope Leo on Tuesday formally closed the Catholic Church’s Holy Year by sealing the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, urging Christians around the world to show greater kindness to those in need, especially foreigners and migrants. Speaking at a Vatican ceremony, he reflected on the record 33.5 million pilgrims who visited Rome during the […]

Pope Leo Voices Sadness Over Russia’s Rejection of Christmas Ceasefire

By admin December 24, 2025 No comment

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Pope Leo has expressed deep sadness over Russia’s refusal to agree to a Christmas ceasefire in its nearly four-year-long war with Ukraine. Speaking to journalists outside his residence in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, the pontiff said the decision was particularly disheartening given the symbolic importance of Christmas as a time for peace and reflection. The Pope […]

Vatican Commission Rules Out Women Serving as Catholic Deacons

By admin December 4, 2025 No comment

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A high-level Vatican commission has voted against allowing women to serve as Catholic deacons, upholding the Church’s tradition of all-male clergy. The decision came in a 7-1 vote and was reported to Pope Leo, with the findings released publicly on Thursday. While the commission ruled out the possibility at this time, it recommended continued study […]

Pope Leo Urges U.S. Youth: Use AI Wisely, Not for Homework

By admin November 22, 2025 No comment

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Pope Leo has advised American students to avoid using artificial intelligence to complete their homework, saying it should be used as a tool for personal growth rather than a shortcut. Speaking via live video from the Vatican to about 15,000 young people gathered at a Catholic youth conference in Indianapolis, the pope said AI is […]

Vatican Clarifies: Salvation Came Through Jesus, Not Mary

By admin November 5, 2025 No comment

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The Vatican has issued a new decree reaffirming that Jesus Christ alone redeemed humanity, directing Catholics to stop referring to the Virgin Mary as “co-redeemer.” Approved by Pope Leo, the decision closes a long-standing theological debate that has divided Church scholars and even recent popes over Mary’s role in salvation. The doctrinal office warned that […]

Vatican Expresses Sadness Over Olympic Ceremony Skit Mimicking the ‘Last Supper’

By admin August 5, 2024 No comment

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The Vatican expressed its sadness regarding a skit from the Paris Olympics opening ceremony that appeared to parody Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.” In a rare evening press release issued in French, the Holy See stated, “The Holy See was saddened by certain scenes at the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games and […]

Pope meets Jimmy Fallon and 105 other comics at Vatican

By admin June 14, 2024 No comment

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Pope Francis recently met with over 100 comedians from around the world, including notable figures like Jimmy Fallon, Chris Rock, and Whoopi Goldberg, at the Vatican in Rome. The Pope highlighted the unique ability of comedians to “spread serenity and smiles” in a world filled with “many social and personal emergencies.” He emphasized that laughter

Pope allegedly used derogatory term for gay people

By admin May 28, 2024 No comment

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Pope Francis reportedly made derogatory remarks during a private meeting with the Italian Bishops’ Conference, expressing opposition to allowing gay men to train for the priesthood even if they remained celibate. The reported comments, conveyed by various Italian news agencies, have sparked shock and concern, especially given the Pope’s previous public statements

Vatican stands firm on social issues like sex change and surrogacy

By admin April 9, 2024 No comment

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The Vatican, led by Pope Francis, has reaffirmed its strong opposition to various issues including sex changes, gender theory, surrogate parenthood, abortion, and euthanasia in a document named “Dignitas Infinita” (Infinite Dignity). Alongside these, it also highlights concerns regarding poverty, migration, and human trafficking, seeing them as threats to human

Ukraine criticises Pope’s ‘white flag’ comment

By admin March 11, 2024 No comment

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Ukraine has firmly rejected Pope Francis’ suggestion for Kyiv to negotiate an end to its conflict with Russia and to “raise the white flag.” The country’s foreign minister emphasized Ukraine’s commitment to its blue and yellow flag, stating they would never raise any other flag. President Zelensky dismissed the Pope’s remarks as