Vatican City, 2 April 2026 – Pope Leo XIV marked the start of Holy Week with the Chrism Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, delivering a pointed message against the abuse of power and the pursuit of domination. Before cardinals, bishops, and hundreds of priests, the pontiff blessed the holy oils…
Pope Leo XIV presided over the Holy Thursday Chrism Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica, delivering a pointed message against the abuse of power and the pursuit of domination, while calling for peace amid escalating global conflicts. The annual ceremony, a central part of Holy Week in the Catholic calendar, saw…
Pope Leo XIV arrived in Monaco on Saturday for the first papal visit to the principality since 1538, marking a historic moment for the small but globally influential state. The pontiff was welcomed by Prince Albert II and Princess Charlene after landing by helicopter from Rome, before addressing crowds at…
As Pope Leo XIV prepares for his first major visit to Africa, the upcoming trip is drawing both anticipation and criticism marking a historic milestone in Algeria while triggering controversy in Equatorial Guinea over how the visit is being funded. Historic Papal Visit to Algeria The April 13 stop in…
Anthony Muheria, the Catholic Archbishop of Nyeri, has urged political leaders to “mature up” and refrain from trading verbal insults, warning that public spats between government and opposition figures are diverting attention from the real issues affecting Kenyans. Archbishop Muheria criticised the growing culture of public exchanges, saying it is…
Pope Leo XIV is set to undertake his first major tour of Africa in April, in a high-profile visit expected to combine spiritual outreach with diplomatic engagement and strong advocacy for peace, justice and equality across the continent. The multi-country trip will see the head of the Catholic Church visit…
In a landmark case for Poland, Bishop Andrzej Jez of Tarnów will go to trial on Wednesday, accused of covering up acts of paedophilia committed by priests in his diocese. This marks the first time a high-ranking church official in Poland has faced criminal charges for failing to report clergy…
Lari Member of Parliament Mburu Kahangara tied the knot with his long-time partner, Monicah Mugure Maina, in a beautiful church wedding on Saturday, February 14, 2026. A Day of Celebration The ceremony began at a Catholic church, where close family members gathered as a priest presided over the solemn exchange…
A host of Hollywood celebrities is set to meet Pope Leo at the Vatican on Saturday, in what observers describe as a high-profile effort to connect the pontiff with the world of cinema. The audience will take place at Leo’s Apostolic Palace residence and is expected to include actors Cate…
The Vatican has officially dismissed claims that Jesus Christ made special appearances in the small French town of Dozule, declaring that the alleged 1970s apparitions are “not supernatural in origin.” In a statement issued Wednesday and approved by Pope Leo, the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith its…