Alb: A long white linen vestment with sleeves, it symbolizes the purity of heart that the priest brings to the altar.

At one month since his election to the papacy May 8, Pope Leo XIV has so far demonstrated a continuity with his predecessor, ...

As Pope Leo XIV settles into his new role on the Throne of Peter, early indications are that he will respect and maintain the ...

It is fair to say that the global tab for addressing the world’s acute humanitarian or ecological needs pales in comparison ...

We are very hopeful; you perceive a lot of enthusiasm, anyway, whether from brother priests or from the people of God,” newly ...

Pope Leo XIV has made waves with some of his fashion choices, returning to much of the traditional pomp of popes past ...

The House of Representatives has expressed its collective sense in congratulating His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election ...

VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV said Friday that his election ... strong linguistic and cultural fluency, and a history of leadership as superior of the Augustinians. "That convinced me to say ...

VATICAN CITY — Pope ... Leo’s May 8 election, after a remarkably quick 24-hour conclave, appears to have pleased conservative Catholics who seem to appreciate his more disciplined, traditional ...

Israel attacked Iran's capital early Friday, with explosions booming across Tehran as Israel said it targeted nuclear and military sites. The attack comes as tensions have reached new heights over ...