Pope Leo
Pope Leo Advocates Palestinian State as "Only Solution" to Israel-Palestinian Conflict During First International Visit
Dec 01, 2025 11:40 am CST
During his first overseas trip as leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo reaffirmed the Vatican's position that a Palestinian state is the only viable solution to the decades-long Israel-Palestinian conflict. Speaking during an in-flight press conference from Turkey to Lebanon, the first American pope emphasized the need for justice while acknowledging Israel's current opposition to this approach. Pope Leo also praised Turkey as a model for religious coexistence during his diplomatic mission addressing multiple global conflicts.
Pope Leo Warns Youth Against Using AI for Homework While Encouraging Responsible Technology Use
Nov 22, 2025 09:11 am CST
During a virtual meeting with 15,000 American youth, Pope Leo cautioned against using artificial intelligence for completing homework assignments while emphasizing its proper role as a growth tool. The first American pope also discussed Catholic faith, friendship, and the Church's political neutrality during this landmark event of his early papacy.
Vatican Clarifies: Jesus Alone Saved Humanity, Mary Not "Co-Redeemer"
Nov 04, 2025 07:20 pm CST
The Vatican has issued a definitive decree approved by Pope Leo stating that while the Virgin Mary played a significant role as an intermediary between God and humanity, Jesus Christ alone accomplished the world's redemption. This declaration settles decades of theological debate within the Catholic Church regarding Mary's designation as "co-redemptrix," a title opposed by recent popes including Francis and Benedict XVI.
Historic Unity: King Charles and Pope Leo's Joint Prayer Marks Milestone in Anglican-Catholic Relations
Oct 23, 2025 09:43 pm CST
In a historic breakthrough for Christian unity, King Charles and Pope Leo participated in joint prayers at the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, marking the first such worship between a British monarch and Catholic pontiff since the 1534 English Reformation. This significant interfaith moment, which included conferring the title "Royal Confrater" on Charles, represents a major step forward in healing the 500-year rift between the Anglican Communion and the Catholic Church.