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Vatican to publish Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical May 25

The pope signed 'Magnifica Humanitas' (“Magnificent Humanity”) on May 15, the 135th anniversary of the publication of the landmark social encyclical 'Rerum Novarum.'

SSPX and Rome: a half century of canonical tensions

As one of the leading international experts on Lefebvrism sees it, reconciliation is impossible as long as the Society's rejection of certain parts of the Second Vatican Council persists.

‘That They May Be One’: New film explores call to Christian unity

A new film based on Jesus’ prayer in John 17:21 called "That They May Be One" will be in theaters May 19 and 20.

Christian faith looms large at ‘Unite The Kingdom’ protest in London

Many attendees said they felt white working-class Britons are being marginalized and Christian values eroded.

Top U.S. leadership rededicate country as 'One nation, under God'

Catholic participants at the event included U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Bishop Robert Barron and actor Jonathan Roumie.

Pope Leo XIV: AI communication must preserve ‘human voices and faces’

The pontiff marked World Communications Day by urging technology to remain centered on human dignity.

Centennial honors historic Michigan church built amid KKK threats and strikes

Founded amid hardship and change, the centennial of St. Mary Star of the Sea in Jackson, Michigan, brings together generations to honor a diverse parish that continues to thrive.

Nationwide billboard campaign in Ireland invites thousands to rosary rally

Building on last year’s turnout of over 10,000 people, the All Ireland Rosary Rally in Knock is running a two-week billboard campaign to attract even more participation for this year's event.

Vatican sets up commission on artificial intelligence

Pope Leo XIV approved the new body as the Vatican prepares for his first encyclical, expected to address artificial intelligence through the lens of Catholic social teaching.

Former finance director admits to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from New Jersey parish

Prosecutors had charged Joseph Manzi with the theft in October 2025.