A Vatican commission on AI

What the Pope of Rome says to the Pope of Egypt

Spanish prisoners will receive Bibles as gifts on the occasion of the Pope’s visit to Spain

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During the Pope’s visit to Spain, Pope Leo XIV will visit a prison in Barcelona. This will be his second such visit, following his visit to a prison in Equatorial Guinea during his previous trip to Africa.

On friendship in a letter to Egyptian Copts: this is what the Pope of Rome says to the Pope of Egypt

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Letter from the Holy Father to His Holiness Tawadros II on the occasion of Coptic-Catholic Friendship Day

The comprehensive fight against drugs and organized crime, based on justice, human dignity, and international cooperation, according to Pope Leo XIV

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The Pope’s Address to Participants in the Interparliamentary Conference on the Fight Against Organized Crime in the OSCE Region

Official: Pope Leo XIV to Visit France in September 2026: Here’s How President Macron Reacted on Social Media, and Here’s Everything We Know About the Trip

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The Holy See announced that the Pope’s visit comes in response to invitations from French civil authorities, the country’s bishops, and the Director-General of UNESCO, whose Paris headquarters Leo XIV is expected to address during the trip.

Gay couple breaks into 29 churches in France: here’s how they were apprehended and the sentence handed down by the police

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According to investigators and court findings, Raphaël Hourdeaux, 35, and his partner Tony Paupière, 30, broke into 29 Catholic churches during the summer of 2025, mainly in isolated villages in rural northern France.

The words of Pope Leo XIV that every child preparing for Confirmation should read

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Words from the Pope to teenagers in the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Genoa who have received or will receive the sacrament of Confirmation

The Role of Banks and Credit Unions in Our Society, According to Pope Leo XIV

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Remarks by the Pope during an audience with executives and employees of various Italian banks

The Ascension of the Lord and Us: An Explanation by Pope Leo XIV

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Address on the occasion of the Regina Coeli prayer on Sunday, April 17, 2026

Questions about liturgy: Incense Boat in a Procession

Fr. Edward McNamara

Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy and sacramental theology at the Pontifical Regina Apostolorum university.

No deal to release Catholic media tycoon Jimmy Lai

Thousands attend protests in Selma and Montgomery for voting rights
Alabama Reflector: Religious and faith leaders led congregants in prayers prior to the morning march across the Edmund Pettus bridge.

 

Trump allies lead thousands in prayer to 'rededicate' America to God on National Mall
Religion News Service: The speakers largely advanced the ideas that the U.S. has a religious — and particularly Christian — founding and that its future success depends on prayer.

 

Catholic clergy can minister within ICE facility after a legal agreement*
New York Times: Several clergy members and an advocacy group had sued the Trump administration, arguing that they were unlawfully denied access to detainees at an Illinois facility.

 

Trump leaves China summit with no deal to release Catholic media tycoon Jimmy Lai
National Catholic Reporter: The prominent Catholic media tycoon and pro-democracy campaigner was convicted of national security offenses under Hong Kong's controversial national security law.

 

The shooting finally stopped. Then came everything else
CNN: Few ever see how a community carries on after a deadly school shooting. Survivors of last year’s attack on a Minneapolis school want you to know: In class and at home, the trauma colors everything.

'One nation, under God'

Christian faith looms large at ‘Unite The Kingdom’ protest in London Many attendees said they felt white working-class Britons are being marginalized and Christian values eroded. Top U.S. leadership rededicate country as 'One nation, under God' Catholic participants at the event included U.S. Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Bishop Robert Barron and actor Jonathan Roumie. Pope Leo XIV: AI communication must preserve ‘human voices and faces’ The pontiff marked World Communications Day by urging technology to remain centered on human dignity. Centennial honors historic Michigan church built amid KKK threats and strikes Founded amid hardship and change, the centennial of St. Mary Star of the Sea in Jackson, Michigan, brings together generations to honor a diverse parish that continues to thrive.

Nationwide billboard campaign in Ireland invites thousands to rosary rally Building on last year’s turnout of over 10,000 people, the All Ireland Rosary Rally in Knock is running a two-week billboard campaign to attract even more participation for this year's event.

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Pope Leo XIV to visit France in September

Former finance director admits to stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from New Jersey parish Prosecutors had charged Joseph Manzi with the theft in October 2025. Seminarians medal at Cincinnati’s Flying Pig Marathon On May 5, 21 men in formation for the priesthood at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology in Cincinnati participated in the 28th annual Flying Pig Marathon. India-born bishop in Germany sees his role as giving migrants 'a face' Auxiliary Bishop Joshy George Pottackal, O.Carm., is the first bishop in a German diocese born outside Europe. Pope Leo XIV to visit France in September, including a stop at UNESCO headquarters The visit will mark the pope's fifth international apostolic journey. Tarsus diocese restored after more than a century There is now an episcopal presence in Tarsus; dioceses in Ireland and Canada are celebrating ordinations; a Nigerian priest is freed, and more in this week’s roundup of world news. Texas hospital agrees to end ‘sex-rejecting’ procedures on children and fund detransition clinic Doctors at Texas Children’s Hospital allegedly continued to perform procedures on children despite a Texas law prohibiting them, with Governor Greg Abbott calling such interventions "child abuse." Leo XIV greets young people who fled war-torn Gaza and will continue their studies in Rome Through a special program sponsored by the Diocese of Rome, Sapienza University and the Sant'Egidio Community, 72 young people from Gaza will be able to continue studies cut short by the war. Cardinal Czerny on Cuba: Every decision must seek the ‘good of the people,’ not ‘geopolitical ends’ In his homily at a Mass that was part of an event organized by the Cuban Embassy to the Holy See, Cardinal Czerny said that any decisions and any aid to Cuba should be for the welfare of the people. The Catholic Church's response to AI — so far As anticipation builds for Pope Leo XIV's first papal encyclical, recent teachings reveal the contours of a Catholic approach to artificial intelligence.

Colombia renews its consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary As part of the Fourth National Rosary, Archbishop Francisco Múnera, president of Colombia's bishops' conference, renewed the country's consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

Rock Church Swahili 05.17.2026

  

Welcome to the live stream of Rock Church Swahili, a joyful, Spirit‑filled community where families and nations gather to lift up the name of Jesus. Today, we come with expectation—ready to bow before the King of Kings and encounter His presence in a fresh and powerful way. Hoover High School, San Diego, CA  What You’ll Experience in This Service Spirit‑filled worship led by our Rock Church Swahili team Encouraging preaching centered on faith, strength, and God’s calling Testimonies that inspire hope and courage A joyful atmosphere of unity and praise ❤️ About Rock Church Swahili We are a vibrant, multicultural community worshiping Jesus in Swahili and English. Whether you’re joining from San Diego or around the world, you are welcome here. 📍 Join Us In Person Hoover High School 4474 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA

San Diego Japanese Christian Church 05.17.2026

 

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

San Diego Japanese Christian Church

OMS Holiness Church of North America

San Diego Japanese Christian Church (SDJCC) is here to share the good news that a dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord is the key to abundant living in today’s world. Our church was founded as an outreach to Japanese speaking farmers in San Diego County over 80 years ago. SDJCC now has English and Japanese speaking ministries. It’s easy to miss, tucked away at the elbow of 19th and E streets just above Interstate 5: the Japanese American Christian Church in Golden Hill. You’d most likely drive past this humble place of worship on the way up Broadway without noticing it, but if you happened to be on a stroll down E Street looking at the nice old houses, you’d stumble upon it after the bigger homes give way to a series of California bungalows. It’s there before E turns right into 19th. Across the street from the church, a chain-link fence lines the sidewalk above the 5 where the homeless set up camp on a regular basis before they are swept out and relocated only to return again when the police shift their attention elsewhere. Historically, the church itself is a product of a relocation of a different sort. As my City College colleague, historian Susan Hasegawa informed me, it was originally founded as the Japanese Holiness Church by Christian Nikkei (immigrants and their descendents) in 1930 and located on Newton Avenue. Sponsored by the Oriental Mission Society, the church focused its efforts on outreach to Issei (first generation immigrant) farmers.

Christ United Presbyterian San Diego 05.17.2026

 

We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Christ United Presbyterian Church of San Diego

What Is The Presbyterian Church (USA)

Christ United Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA). Rev. Dr. Kerry Allison is the pastor of this parish church in South Park. We were established in 1981 when an invitation was extended to two churches—Brooklyn Heights Presbyterian, established in 1921 and the Golden Hill Presbyterian, established in 1956—to merge and each church accepted. The late Reverend Doctor George Walker Smith founded Golden Hill Presbyterian Church in 1956 with support from the Presbyterian Women organization. The church, located at 22nd and Market in South Park, became a human rights leader in San Diego as the congregation grew. Reverend Smith was the first black school board member in San Diego. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. Christ United continues its ministry in power and presence to the present day. All are welcome to join us in worship and togetherness. 

Trinity North Park 05.17.2026

 We call this SoNoGo - South Park-North Park-Golden Hill & Our Mission: to see the baptized who live in SoNoGo worship in SoNoGo

Trinity United Methodist Church

The United Methodist Church

Trinity United Methodist Church has been part of the North Park community since 1915, bringing warmth and connection to our neighbors for over 100 years. We seek to KNOW, LOVE, and SERVE God and our neighbors through study, worship, community events, outreach and service projects, and having fun together! We'd love to have you join us as we grow in faith and love here in North Park.