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Praying for Pope Leo? Meet the patron saint of lung problems

As the Church and the world prays for Pope Leo XIV this week, we turn to St. Bernardine of Siena, known as “the Apostle of Italy” and for his interces...

Who is Dr. Luigi Carbone, Pope Leo XIV’s personal physician?

As the pontiff undergoes surgery at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, the Vatican’s chief medical official plays a central role in coordinating his care.

Pope Leo XIV breaks with decades of secrecy by announcing his own surgery

The pontiff’s surprise disclosure about a lung nodule has drawn praise from senior cardinals, who see it as an unprecedented gesture of transparency a...

Villanova scholars bring Catholic social teaching to Rome sustainability conference

The conference focuses on the ethical and moral dimensions of caring for the environment and vulnerable communities, Father John Abubakar, chief susta...

LIVE UPDATES: Pope Leo XIV surgery completed successfully, Holy See Press Office says

The Holy Father’s procedure was completed successfully and as planned, the Holy See Press Office said in an update. Follow here for more updates and r...

Bishops condemn broadcast of firing squad execution, emphasize Church’s opposition to death penalty

Archbishop Timothy Broglio said, after meeting with Pope Leo XIV, that the firing squad could cause moral harm to the service members ordered to carry...
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