Catholic News Agency

• Pope Leo XIV’s first year: 10 powerful moments

  On May 8, 2025, the world was introduced to Cardinal Robert Prevost — now Pope Leo XIV. One year later, we look at some of the most significant events and powerful moments of his first year as pope.

• Pope Leo XIV urges Catholics to read printed books

  The pontiff marked the centenary of the Vatican Publishing House, saying printed books remain a vital “opportunity to think” in the digital age.

• Fidelity, enthusiasm, and faith: Pope Leo XIV welcomes Swiss Guard recruits

  Twenty-eight Swiss Guards were sworn in Wednesday at the Vatican.

• Pope Leo meets U.S. Secretary of State Rubio amid tensions with President Trump

  The pontiff met with the secretary of state amid Trump's ongoing criticism of the Holy Father and the Vatican.

• Cardinal Parolin says talks with German bishops continue, calls sanctions talk premature

  Cardinal Pietro Parolin also discussed Thursday's meeting between Pope Leo and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.