The current pope is Leo XIV, who was elected on 8 May 2025 on the second day of the 2025 papal conclave. [6] While his office is called the papacy, the jurisdiction of the episcopal see is called the …

3 days ago · “Conclave” the movie provides a gripping, if fictional, behind-the-scenes look inside the secretive election of a new pope. But last year’s real-life conclave was just as dramatic, with ...

2 days ago · Pope Leo XIV warned Sunday that U.S.-Israel airstrikes on Iran risk plunging the Middle East into an "irreparable abyss," urging leaders to choose dialogue.

Jan 3, 2026 · Follow Vatican News for updates and information on the daily activities of the Pope.

Peter's Pence Pray with the Pope News Calendar 01 - 3 - 2026 2 nd Sunday of Lent – Holy Mass Pastoral Visit to the Parish “Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ” Angelus 28 - 2 - 2026 To …

Feb 18, 2026 · The pope is regarded as the successor of St. Peter and has supreme power of jurisdiction over the Roman Catholic Church in matters of faith and morals, as well as in church …

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2 days ago · Pope Leo prayed that “diplomacy may regain its role and promote the good of the peoples who yearn for a peaceful coexistence founded on justice.”

2 days ago · Archbishop Coakley Echoes Pope Leo XIV’s Appeal for Renewed Dialogue Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East "My brother bishops and I unite our voice with our Holy Father and make …

6 days ago · The Vatican has announced a packed early-2026 travel schedule for Pope Leo XIV, with trips to Monaco, Spain, and four African countries.