Some Catholics in Chicago still hope the new pope will signal greater acceptance for the LGBTQ+ community — with time.

Online genealogists found that Pope Leo’s paternal grandparents in Chicago were accused of having an “illicit affair” in the 1910s, adding another layer to the pope’s complex family history.

Habemus Papam.” “I announce to you a great joy: We have a Pope.” On Thursday, May 8, 2025, with that famous Latin formula, ...

The women who have worked closely with Prevost in recent years have praised his leadership style, ability to listen and ...

In the U.S., Catholics have been embracing technological innovations to transform the way their faith is practiced and shared. Even Pope Leo XIV has highlighted the importance of using modern ...

Pope Leo XIV gave an initial blessing to the idea of the Vatican Tennis Invitational, wryly adding, “Just don’t bring [Jannik ...

One Erie bishop met the new pope almost a decade ago in Rome. Another bishop with local ties is going to Pope Leo XIV's ...

On a Thursday afternoon, white smoke poured from the Sistine Chapel in Vatican City as Catholics and non-Catholics alike around the world watched with great interest to see who would be chosen as the ...

Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio will travel to Vatican City over the weekend to attend Pope Leo ...

A Michigan couple with deep roots in Catholic education has a personal connection to newly elected Pope Leo XIV.

Vice President JD Vance will be attending the inaugural mass of Pope Leo XIV at St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City on Sunday.

We cannot believe that a priest who offered Mass on our altar for us has become the Pope. Our parish has become historical and sacred …’ ...