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Pope Leo XIV to youth of Monaco: 'Do not be afraid to give everything to God'

The Holy Father described the Monacan patron Saint Devota as "a courageous young woman who knew how to bear witness to her faith."

Bangladesh bishops say ‘no’ to government financial support

Bangladesh bishops say “no” to government support, Seoul archbishop urges defense of life amid war, second church built in Mosul after ISIS, and more in this week’s roundup of Catholic world news.

Read Pope Leo XIV's homily to Catholics at Monaco's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

The Holy Father arrived in Monaco as part of a one-day visit on March 28.

Pope Leo XIV tells Monaco: 'It is the humble who shape history'

The pope’s whirlwind visit to Monaco began with a meeting with the country's royal family and an address to the small city-state.

Pope Leo XIV visits Monaco

Leo is the first pope to visit the tiny country in nearly half a millennium.

10 Catholic facts about Monaco: Billionaires, martyrs, and Europe’s last Catholic state

Pope Leo XIV will make a historic one-day visit to the principality of Monaco on March 28. Here are 10 key things to know about the tiny nation and its enduring Catholic identity.

Mother Angelica’s enduring legacy celebrated at Mass at St. Peter’s Basilica

Mother Angelica knew from experience that “God works through humble, unexpected instruments to spread his Gospel,” said the principal celebrant at the Mass, Father Michael Baggot, LC.

U.S. chemical abortions as a result of telehealth rise by 25%, report finds

Here is a roundup of recent pro-life and abortion-related news.

Republican lawmakers oppose former Chilean president’s UN bid over abortion views

Nearly 30 lawmakers are urging the U.S. to “use its veto power” to prevent Michelle Bachelet from being selected as U.N. secretary-general and “to preserve the role for a more qualified candidate.”

After storms devastate Hawaii, Catholic groups and parishes mobilize to aid victims

Catholic organizations, including EPIC Ministry, the Knights of Columbus, and Catholic Charities Hawaii — as well as many Catholic parishes — are assisting many who have lost homes and livelihoods.