Ishbia said the pontiff was receptive to his invitation. But Opening Day with Pope Leo on the mound? You'd better get in line now.

Pope Leo XIV drew backlash after urging stronger climate action, compassionate immigration policies, and the inclusion of transgender people.

Megan Garcia said her faith has given her strength to speak out about her ordeal in the hope of protecting children from the risks posed by new AI chatbots.

Chiclayo is celebrating following the installation of a 16-foot statue of Pope Leo XIV that welcomes visitors to the northern Peruvian city.

Broadview officials are closing a street outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in the village just over a month after a federal judge ordered ICE to remove a fence blocking the same street. The judge’s order followed Broadview’s motion saying ICE illegally constructed the fence.

The Jubilee Year of Hope began on Dec. 24, 2024, and will conclude on Jan. 6, 2026, with the closing of the Holy Door.

Stephen Colbert didn’t get the opportunity to interview Pope Francis before the latter’s death in April, but he does have his sights set on another agent of the papacy: Pope Leo XIV. As he put it, the Pope could travel to Chicago and the pair could “get some deep dish” pizza together.

The event, organized by the Vatican's culture ministry, drew stars including Spike Lee, Cate Blanchett and Judd Apatow.