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Pope Leo in the footsteps of Modern Popes

To the ends of the earth: during the first year of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate, we have seen

Pope Leo XIV tells new priests: ‘You are a channel, not a filter’

The pope ordained 10 men to the priesthood on Good Shepherd Sunday and later warned at the Regina
The official Saints of WYD Seoul 2027. Credit: WYD Seoul

These are the Patron Saints for 2027 World Youth Day in Seoul, South Korea

Pope Leo XIV on Sunday announced that the dates of the next World Youth Day, to be held in Seoul, South Korea, will be Aug. 3–8, 2027.
Pope Francis and Pope Benedict XVI embrace. Credit: EWTN Vatican | Vaticano screenshot

When the Church had Two Popes

“Annunzio … Franciscum.” On March 13, 2013, the world watched as white smoke gave way to an unexpected
Translation of the mortal remains of Pope Francis on April 23, 2026, three days ahead of his funeral. Credit: Daniel Ibanez | EWTN Vatican

Last Moments of Pope Francis

After more than five weeks in the hospital battling double pneumonia, doctors advised Pope Francis to take two
Pope Leo XIV pausing in prayer at the ordination of priests in St. Peter's Basilica on Good Shepherd Sunday, April 26, 2026 | Credit: Daniel Ibanez | EWTN News

Kicked out of Mass as a mischievous child, Pope Leo ordained him Sunday

Seminarians shared their personal stories of hearing and responding to God’s call to the priesthood.The Diocese of Rome

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