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Pope Leo XIV: Every Vocation Is a ‘Path of Beauty’

Nineteen men lie prostrate for their ordination as priests for the Diocese of Rome on April 26, 2015. |

In a message for the World Day of Prayer for Vocations titled ‘The Interior Discovery of God’s Gift,’ the Holy Father reflects on the interior dimension of one’s vocation.

Full Text: Pope Leo XIV’s Urbi et Orbi Message

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Pope Leo waves to the faithful from the loggia following his Easter message and blessing on April 5, 2026.

‘In the light of Easter, let us allow ourselves to be amazed by Christ! Let us allow our hearts to be transformed by his immense love for us!’

A Hub of the Hub: NYU’s Catholic Center

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NYU Catholic students gather in Washington Square Park with Dominican Father Vincent Bernhard.

The Catholic Center at New York University is more than just an inviting space. For many, it’s a way into (or for some students, a return to) the Catholic Church.

Official Delegation Announced for Pope Leo XIV’s Upcoming Visit to Equatorial Guinea

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Preparations for the planned apostolic visit of Pope Leo XIV to Equatorial Guinea have gained momentum, with Church authorities unveiling details of the high-level delegation expected to accompany the Holy Father during the visit scheduled for April 21–23, 2026, the Episcopal Conference of Equatorial Guinea (CEGE) announced.

Church authorities unveiled details of the official delegation expected to accompany the Holy Father during his visit scheduled for April 21–23.

Pope Leo XIV Announces April 11 Peace Vigil at St. Peter’s

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Pope Leo XIV delivers his Easter message "to the city [of Rome] and the world" from the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican on April 5, 2026.

In his first Easter message to the city and the world, the Pontiff urged those with weapons to lay them down.

The Holy Spirit Is Moving in Manhattan

Young adults congregate in fellowship outside of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Greenwich Village.

Young adults are turning out in droves at Masses and other faith-centered gatherings at a trio of parishes in the heart of New York City.