International
Pope at Audience: Africa journey was a message of peace in times of war
During his weekly General Audience, Pope Leo XIV recalls various highlights from his recent Apostolic Journey to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea from April 13 to 23.
Pope Leo XIV meets several Muslim leaders in Cameroon
Upon returning to Yaoundé, Pope Leo XIV meets with several representatives of Cameroon’s Islamic communities, encouraging people of all faiths to work toward peace based on mutual respect.
Urbi et Orbi: Pope urges world leaders to lay down weapons
On Easter Sunday, Pope Leo appeals to world leaders to choose “not to dominate others, but to encounter them”. He also announces that he will lead a prayer vigil for peace next Saturday, April 11th, in Saint Peter’s Basilica.
A New Shepherd for the Flock: Installation of His Grace Archbishop Khalid Rehmat as Archbishop of Lahore
Lahore, March 28, 2026 — The Archdiocese of Lahore marked a significant and grace-filled occasion with the installation of His Grace Khalid Rehmat, OFM Cap, as Archbishop of Lahore. The solemn Holy Mass was celebrated at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Lahore.
Welcoming Our New Shepherd: A moment of Grace.
Join the Archdiocese of Lahore at Sacred Heart Cathedral on March 28th for the Installation Mass of His Grace Archbishop-elect Khalid Rehmat, OFM Cap.
11th Anniversary of the Martyrdom of Servant of God Akash Bashir Observed at St. John’s Catholic Church
The Youhanabad community gathered in solemn prayer to commemorate the 11th anniversary of Servant of God Akash Bashir. Led by Rev. Fr. Akram Javed, the faithful honored the young martyr’s sacrifice with a Holy Mass and a moving candle-lighting ceremony at his home parish.
Legacy of a Hero: Commemorating the 11th Anniversary of the Youhanabad Martyrs and Akash Bashir
Eleven years after the tragic attacks on St. John’s Catholic Church and Christ Church, we honor the 15 lives lost—including the heroic Akash Bashir. Now recognized as a ‘Servant of God’ by the Pope, Akash’s sacrifice remains a beacon of courage and religious harmony in Pakistan.
Appointment of vicar apostolic of Quetta, Pakistan
The Holy Father has appointed Archbishop Sebastian Francis Shaw, O.F.M., until now metropolitan of Lahore, as vicar apostolic of Quetta, Pakistan.
Appointment of metropolitan archbishop of Lahore, Pakistan
The Holy Father has appointed Bishop Khalid Rehmat, O.F.M. Cap., until now vicar apostolic of Quetta, as metropolitan archbishop of Lahore, Pakistan.
Lenten Retreat: Bishop Varden reflects on ‘Glory’
Bishop Erik Varden delivers his seventh reflection at the Spiritual Exercises in the Vatican for Pope Leo XIV, Cardinals residing in Rome, and heads of Dicasteries, focusing on the theme of ‘Glory’. The following is a summary of his reflection.