The current pope is Leo XIV, who was elected on 8 May 2025 on the second day of the 2025 papal conclave. [6] While his office is called the papacy, the jurisdiction of the episcopal see is called the …

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1 day ago · Pope Leo XIV is facing his first major crisis with traditionalist Catholics. A breakaway group attached to the traditional Latin Mass, the Society of St.

Jan 9, 2026 · The pope is regarded as the successor of St. Peter and has supreme power of jurisdiction over the Roman Catholic Church in matters of faith and morals, as well as in church discipline and …

2 days ago · Pope praises religious for courageous witness serving the marginalized On the feast of the Presentation of the Lord -- which also marks the Catholic Church's celebration of World Day for …

5 days ago · The pontiff will live in a newly prepared space above the traditional papal apartment, created from former staff and guest quarters and set to include a small chapel and a workout area.

Jan 26, 2026 · The Holy Door has closed, but the first full year of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate is just beginning to open. With it come questions about priorities, challenges, and the vision guiding the …

Apr 22, 2025 · Rome — Pope Francis, who challenged deeply rooted norms and made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world, has died at the age of 88.

Apr 21, 2025 · Read the latest news on Pope Leo XIV, the first pope from the United States. Get live updates, reports, analysis and more on Reuters.