Articles by Kristina Millare
Pope Leo XIV appeals for end to hostilities in Gaza in first general audience
May 21, 2025 / 08:05 amPope Leo XIV in the first general audience of his pontificate appealed for an end to hostilities in the Gaza Strip and for the entry of humanitarian aid.
Cardinal Goh: Pope Leo XIV is the ‘right person’ to bring unity, balance to the Church
May 20, 2025 / 11:20 amIn an interview with EWTN News Vice President Matthew Bunson, Cardinal William Goh said the Holy Father is the “right person” to lead the Church toward synodality.
Pope Leo XIV meets with faith leaders at the Vatican, calls for synodality and dialogue
May 19, 2025 / 14:04 pmPope Leo XIV met with faith leaders at the Vatican on Monday, emphasizing his commitment to continue Pope Francis’ legacy on synodality in relation to ecumenical dialogue.
World leaders, delegates set to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass
May 17, 2025 / 15:00 pmHere is a list of the leaders and representatives who will be present in St. Peter’s Square for the 10 a.m. Sunday Mass celebration.
Pope Leo XIV to diplomats: Peace and justice can be achieved by investing in the family
May 16, 2025 / 11:59 amPope Leo XIV told the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See on Friday that peaceful and just societies can be achieved when governments invest in the family.
Pope Leo XIV can accelerate ‘Leonine revolution’ in the Church, theologian says
May 15, 2025 / 16:03 pmGeorge Weigel held a public lecture at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas on the “10 Markers of a Church ‘Permanently in Mission’” on Wednesday in Rome.
10 countries Pope Leo XIV visited before becoming pope
May 12, 2025 / 14:24 pmHere are some of the countries the Chicago-born Pope Leo XIV has visited — or where he has been based for pastoral reasons — outside of the U.S. in the last three decades.
Pope Leo XIV, Zelenskyy hold first phone call about Russia-Ukraine war, Vatican says
May 12, 2025 / 12:04 pmThe Holy See Press Office confirmed on Monday that the two leaders had spoken after the pope expressed concern for Ukraine during his Sunday address.
Asia Pacific Catholics react to news of Church’s first U.S.-born pontiff Pope Leo XIV
May 9, 2025 / 12:26 pmFrom Europe to the Asia Pacific, millions of Catholics are celebrating the election of U.S.-born Pope Leo XIV as the 267th leader of the Catholic Church.
India’s Cardinal Koovakad plays key role ensuring secrecy, validity of conclave voting
May 8, 2025 / 11:50 amAs the most junior member of the College of Cardinals, Koovakad is tasked with drawing out the names of three cardinal scrutineers, infirmarii, and revisers.
Why it matters what the new pope will wear when he appears on the balcony
May 7, 2025 / 13:30 pmHere is a list of the garments you may see the new pope wearing once he steps out onto the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica to greet the people.
2 cardinal electors, from Spain and Kenya, will not attend upcoming conclave
Apr 30, 2025 / 09:43 amMatteo Bruni, director of the Holy See Press Office, had stated at an April 29 press briefing that two cardinal electors would not participate in the conclave.
Cardinals hold sixth general congregation, confirm 2 electors will not be at conclave
Apr 29, 2025 / 11:08 amMatteo Bruni, the director of the Holy See Press Office, said the names of the two cardinals would not be revealed during an afternoon press briefing.
Haiti’s first and only cardinal set to vote in upcoming conclave to elect new pope
Apr 29, 2025 / 09:41 amFollowing the death of Pope Francis, Cardinal Chibly Langlois released a statement honoring the life and ministry of the pontiff who “showed special attention to Haiti.”
Divine Mercy Sunday: Pope Francis was an ‘instrument of mercy for humanity,’ Parolin says
Apr 27, 2025 / 09:45 amVatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin presided over the solemn Mass for Divine Mercy Sunday held in St. Peter’s Square.
5 of the most memorable prayers of Pope Francis’ pontificate
Apr 26, 2025 / 08:00 amPope Francis’ pontificate spanned 12 years and numerous major global events that saw him delivering prayers often under extraordinary and historical conditions.
Evening pilgrims bid farewell to Pope Francis ahead of Saturday funeral
Apr 25, 2025 / 17:56 pmAmong the more than 250,000 people who made their way to the Vatican this week were the nocturnal pilgrims wanting to catch a final glimpse of Pope Francis.
Massimiliano Strappetti: The last man Pope Francis saw and thanked before his death
Apr 23, 2025 / 10:30 amBefore being appointed Pope Francis’ personal nurse in August 2022, Massimiliano Strappetti was the nursing coordinator for the Vatican’s health department.
Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome
Apr 22, 2025 / 14:37 pmSpeaking to Catholic faithful gathered inside the Manila Cathedral, Cardinal José Advíncula said Filipinos should be “filled with gratitude” for the gift of Francis’ pontificate.
Cardinal Goh: Pope Francis was dedicated to leading Church’s ‘new evangelization’
Apr 22, 2025 / 11:42 amCardinal William Goh said the Archdiocese of Singapore swiftly organized the Tuesday afternoon memorial Mass held in the Cathedral of the Good Shepherd.