In France, Pope Leo denounces ‘scourge of war’ in the Middle East

PARIS, France (RNS) — As France sees a surge in adult and youth baptisms, Pope Leo XIV urged the church to welcome new Catholics into parish life and called for reverence in worship without letting liturgical preferences divide the…

AUSTIN, Texas (RNS) — Pimentel announced the investigation had been dropped during a conversation with RNS events host Niala Boodhoo at the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin.

(RNS) — The group, which included a religious adviser to Trump, sent a letter to Trump officials — an unusual instance of evangelical leaders urging the administration to change course.

(The Conversation) — The forged document was used as leverage to try to expand papal control throughout the Italian peninsula.

WUDANG, China (AP) —Tourists and pilgrims in a steady stream make their way through Wudang every day. Its scenic peaks, ancient palaces and religious sites drew 14 million visits in 2025, according to government figures.

CHICAGO (AP) — Opponents, including many religious groups, lawmakers and disability advocates, have moral objections to someone ending their life.

(RNS) — Why he still matters.

PARIS (RNS) – Pope Leo XIV and French President Emmanuel Macron agreed on the need to promote peace and build ethical AI safeguards. But the pope also pointed to tensions between the Catholic Church and secularized France.