On this day in 1979, Pope John Paul II, born Karol Wojtyła in Poland, visited his home country for the first time as pontiff, ...

The pope emphasized their shared spiritual trait: “they loved Jesus unreservedly in a simple, strong and authentic way” ...

Pope Leo XIV is visiting the papal summer palace south of Rome. His visit is fueling speculation about whether he will use it ...

The pope's remarks came during his homily at Mass at the Basilica of St. John Lateran, where he took possession of the ...

Celebrating his first Mass at the Basilica of St. John Lateran, Pope Leo XIV said communion requires prayer, listening and ...

Celebrating his first Mass in Rome’s diocesan cathedral, Pope Leo XIV said communion is built primarily “on our knees,” ...

The first American pope formally took possession of the St. John Lateran Basilica, which is Rome's cathedral and seat of the ...

Since the Middle Ages, the Holy See has positioned itself as the preeminent mediator for international conflicts regardless ...

Pope Leo XIV declared himself a Roman on Sunday as he completed the final ceremonial steps cementing his role as the bishop ...