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Pope ends Naples visit urging the city to become a ‘workshop of peace'

At the conclusion of his pastoral visit to Pompeii and Naples on the first anniversary of his pontificate, Pope Leo XIV calls for a renewed commitment to a peace rooted in justice, solidarity, and social responsibility. 

Pope in Naples: Church must offer closeness amid inequalities and difficulties

In an address to the clergy and religious of the Church in Naples, Pope Leo XIV encourages the faithful to bear witness to Christ when confronting the difficult ... 

Pope in Pompeii: May God calm fratricidal hatred and enlighten world leaders

As he celebrates Mass in the Italian city of Pompeii, Pope Leo XIV recalls the many wars afflicting nations and prays that God’s overflowing mercy may fill our ... 

Pope in Pompeii: Trust always in Jesus, our friend who never rejects us

At the beginning of his pastoral visit to Pompeii, Pope Leo XIV meets with a charitable organization assisting those in need, urging them to always trust in ... 

Venice Biennale: Patti Smith inaugurates the Holy See Pavilion

Vatican News  [ Read Also ] A sonic prayer entrusted to the distinctive voice of Patti Smith is set to inaugurate the Holy See Pavilion at the 61st ... 

Churches under attack in southern Lebanon

In this week’s news from the Eastern Churches, produced in collaboration with L’Œuvre d’Orient, we look at the attacks on Christian communities in southern ... 

Vatican & World News 08.05.2026

-   Pope Leo begins his series of pastoral visits around Italy with a visit to Pompei and Naples -   On the first anniversary of the Pope’s ...