Pope Leo presided over the traditional rite of the washing of the feet on Holy Thursday, speaking of the gesture as one of fraternity and urging Christians, but especially pastors, to stand with the...

During his first Holy Week after his election last year, Pope Leo XIV offered a lengthy reflection on Christian mission and the need to be missionaries of unity and hope in a world in crisis.

Pope Leo XIV expressed hope that the U.S.-Israel war on Iran could be finished before Easter in remarks to reporters as he left the papal retreat at Castel Gandolfo outside of Rome on Tuesday.