“We are called to bear witness to our joyful faith in Christ the Savior…”— Pope Leo XIV
This sacred liturgy took place in the very chapel where, just a day earlier, he was elected the 267th Successor of St. Peter on the fourth ballot of the Conclave. A…
As the 133 Cardinal electors processed into the Sistine Chapel to begin the solemn task of electing the new Pope
As the 133 Cardinal electors processed into the Sistine Chapel to begin the solemn task of electing the new Pope, they recited their oath of secrecy and listened to a profound meditation offered by the former Preacher of the Papal Household.
Jubilee Week Celebrated with Joy and Hope at Conversion of St. Paul Parish
The week began with a beautiful Opening Ceremony in Asif Town 2, where four young women made their public promise as they entered postulancy with the Dominican Sisters of Malta. Their commitment was a profound witness to a life built on the hope of Christ, setting a prayerful and inspiring tone for the week.
“Believers of Hope and Heralds of Hope”
Prophetic Hope by inviting priests to condemn evil, proclaim the good, and trust in the restoration God promises through scriptures like Isaiah 35.
Capuchin Formation House Lahore Marks Historic Mission Anniversary and Host Christ the King Speech Competition
The Capuchin Formation House, Lahore, recently commemorated two significant events that reflect both its rich missionary heritage and its ongoing commitment to the spiritual and intellectual formation of young friars: the 137th Anniversary of the Capuchin Mission in the Archdiocese of Lahore and a Speech Competition in honor of the Solemnity of Christ the King.
New Theological Work Explores Salvation of “Others” Through the Vision of Vatican II
A significant theological contribution has emerged from the Dominican Order in Pakistan with the publication of Salvation of “Others” in the Light of Vatican II by Rev. Fr. Naveed Imran Joshua OP.
Pope at Jubilee Audience: Peace calls for taking a stand where human dignity is trampled
During his Jubilee Audience on Saturday morning, Pope Leo XIV reflects on Servant of God, Dorothy Day, an American Catholic, who dedicated her life to doing good work in the early 20th Century, underscoring that like her, Christians are to promote peace by actively defending and protecting human dignity.
Pope Leo XIV: Priesthood is ‘total gift’
Pope Leo XIV sends a letter to the seminary in Peru where he once served as professor, and encourages candidates for the priesthood to “give constant witness of fidelity and love.”
St. Leo the Great
Saint Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor—Memorial
c. 400–461
Pre-Congregation canonization
Declared a Doctor of the Church by Pope Benedict XIV in 1754
Liturgical Color: White
Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, Rome
Dedication of the Lateran Basilica—Feast
Liturgical Color: White
Saint Charles Borromeo
Saint Charles Borromeo, Bishop—Memorial
1538–1584
Patron Saint of apple orchards, bishops, catechism writers, catechists, catechumens, seminarians, starchmakers, and spiritual directors
Invoked against abdominal pain, colic, stomach diseases, and ulcers
Canonized by Pope Paul V on November 1, 1610
Liturgical Color: White
St. Martin de Porres
Saint Martin de Porres, Religious—Optional Memorial
1579–1639
Patron Saint of African-Americans, biracial people, barbers, innkeepers, the poor, Peru, public health workers, public schools, television, and interracial and social justice
Canonized by Pope John XXIII on May 6, 1962
Liturgical Color: White
Pope Leo XIV: ‘Peace is holy, not war’
Pope Leo XIV joins religious leaders at Rome’s Colosseum for the Community of Sant’Egidio’s annual Meeting for Peace, calling for an end to war and a renewed commitment to reconciliation and prayer.
