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Why Will Pope Leo XIV Undergo Surgery at Gemelli? Here's What the Popes' Hospital Is Like

Daniel del Castillo González In 2025, after 38 days in the hospital with bilateral pneumonia, Pope Francis stepped out onto the balcony of the Gemelli Polyclinic. I see a woman here with yellow flowers. She's good. Now, a year and a half later, the …

Pope Leo XIV renews appeal for peace in Ukraine

Pope Leo XIV renews his appeal for peace in Ukraine, and recalls the effects of its reduced grain exports on poor countries around the world. Vatican News Speaking at the Sunday Angelus, Pope Leo XIV appealed for peace in Ukraine, as the war continues to …

WATCH: Masonic infiltration of Vatican exposed by Fr. Murr in viral video

News 'After the (forced) resignation of Pope Benedict, they began to remake the episcopate throughout the world. The new bishops (are) all liberals,' said Fr. Murr. (LifeSiteNews) — Father Charles Murr recently discussed the infiltration of …

Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery to remove lump on lung

Pope Leo XIV said Sunday that he will undergo surgery this week to remove a lump on his lung. "During recent medical checks, a nodule on my lung was found. It has been detected at a very early stage and is very localised," the 71-year-old said …

Pope Leo XIV, 71, to undergo surgery to address recent health scare — details

Pope Leo XIV is addressing a recent health scare. The pope, 71, announced Sunday, October 11 that he is due to undergo surgery "in the coming days" after doctors found a lump on his lung during a recent physical.  The Chicago-native became the …

Carlo Acutis and the 4 popes

Oct. 12, 2026, marks the 20th anniversary of the death of St. Carlo Acutis, the Italian teenager who captivated a generation of young Catholics with his love of the Eucharist and passion for technology. Acutis’ journey to sainthood has unfolded alongside …

Tagle makes history as first Asian dean of College of Cardinals

Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio G. Tagle has become the first Asian dean of the College of Cardinals after Pope Leo XIV approved his election by the cardinals of the Order of Bishops. The Vatican said the pope approved Tagle’s election on Oct. 8 and …

Dehumanization of Entire Groups and the “Games” of Strongmen

  Dehumanization as a Propaganda Weapon: Autocratic dictators (“strongmen”) depend on the actions within their playbooks of dehumanization of specific internal and external groups to gain and retain ever increasing rates of power. Dehumanization is the …

‘Lead, Kindly Light’: New documentary on St. John Henry Newman premieres in Rome

A new documentary about the life of St. John Henry Newman has premiered in Rome. The film “Lead Kindly Light: The Story of Saint John Henry Newman” premiered at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross in Rome on Oct. 9, marking the first celebration of …

Catholic Social Teaching in Action: An Election Primer

A volunteer at Christ in the City's Denver Lunch in the Park speaks with a guest. The local ministry hosts weekly lunches for their "friends on the street" as a means to continue building relationships and serving the poor. (Photo by André …

A culture of vocations

Photos by Jacob Wiegand | [email protected] Father Michael Laugeman visited with Poor Clare Sister Mary Bethany, left, and Mother Mary Elizabeth in a parlor room on June 29 at the Monastery of St. Clare in Oakville. Father Laugeman and Sister Mary …

Seasonal concert series at Venice Lakeside Lutheran set to begin

VENICE — The annual concert series at Lakeside Lutheran Church in Venice will start on Oct. 18., featuring organist John Behnke in “Going for Baroque.” Behnke will perform pieces on Baroque organ from Spain, Italy, France, England, and Germany by various …

Cardinal Re steps down, Cardinal Tagle takes his place: for the first time, a Filipino is the leader of all the world’s ...

(ZENIT News / Rome, 11.10.2026).- Pope Leo XIV has approved the election of Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle as dean of the College of Cardinals. Announced on October 9, the appointment ends Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re’s tenure at the age of 92 and gives …

A Philosophical Critique of Voice Messages

Imagine you’re in the middle of a busy workday and then your phone buzzes with a notification from Whatsapp or Messenger. You see a contact's name, but instead of a clear text message, there is only a grey audio wave and a timestamp showing you …

Pope Leo lays groundwork for future conclave by naming Filipino cardinal as dean of cardinals

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV took a first step Friday to lay the groundwork for the eventual conclave that will elect his successor: He appointed Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle as the new dean of the College of Cardinals, elevating his profile as …

Tagle elected cardinals’ dean; Pope approves election

Filipino cardinal Luis Antonio Gokim Tagle puts the Fisherman’s Ring on a finger of Pope Leo XIV during a mass for the beginning of his pontificate, in St Peter’s square in The Vatican on May 18, 2025. (Photo by Jacquelyn Martin / POOL / AFP) CEBU …

How Tradition Points Away From The Death Penalty

Beyond Forgetting: St. John Paul II, who helped direct Catholics to reject the use of the death penalty /Wikimedia Commons Once again, the death penalty is in the news. This has been, in part, because of the discussion surrounding the botched attempt …

Pope Leo’s Chances Of Winning Nobel Peace Prize

With the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize set to be announced on Friday, Newsweek has looked at the market odds of Pope Leo XIV winning. The pontiff has made world peace a central theme of his papacy, repeatedly calling for the end to wars around the world, …

If Pope Leo throws out a first pitch he’ll be the latest in a long time of baseball popes

The hype behind the Chicago White Sox is at a fever pitch, with rumors are swirling over who could throw out a first pitch for the team in the ALCS, and perhaps beyond. There’s no shortage of celebrity superfans of the Sox, including Barack Obama, Michael …

Two JSLI Rabbis, One Congregation: Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute Celebrates Its Graduates in British Columbia

Rabbi Lynn Greenhough and Rabbi Ilana Krygier Lapides demonstrate the impact JSLI-trained spiritual leaders are making in Jewish communities NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jewish Spiritual Leaders …

His Royal Majesty King Tikoe Tefo Meshack Lekitlane Honored in Zimbabwe with the Global Voice of Civility Award

HRH King Dr. Ruben West recognizes the Kham Royal Kingdom leader for community development, entrepreneurship, and the restoration of San identity HARARE , ZIMBABWE, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His Royal Majesty King Tikoe Tefo Meshack …

Cinema Country Launches to Champion Human-Centered Storytelling and Socially Impactful Filmmaking

Nashville-based company arrives with an initial slate of narrative features exploring addiction, obesity, and social media under its FILMS FOR IMPACT banner. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Filmmaker Seth Christian, …

Beau Lemmerman Releases 'Heretical Talk,' a Supernatural Mystery Novel About Encounters with a Cursed Serial Killer

TACOMA, WA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Beau Lemmerman has released Heretical Talk, a cosmic horror novel spanning six decades. The book connects the stories of six people whose encounters with a cursed serial killer …

Loxley John’s Book Outlines Ten Rules for Overcoming Life’s Toughest Obstacles

Drawing on 38 years in law enforcement, Loxley John's Overcomers Don't Quit, Quitters Don't Overcome outlines ten principles for enduring hardship. PLAINS, ST. PATRICK, GRENADA, October 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Living in today…

Wouter van Wyk Announces 'Legacy of Silence,' Second Brotherhood Chronicles Novel, A Gripping Cyber-Occult Thriller

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South African author and educator Wouter van Wyk has announced the highly anticipated sequel, Legacy of Silence, the second installment in the Brotherhood Chronicles. The novel …

Gianaris-Gliniecki & Beauregard Funeral Home Proudly Serves Oxford, MA Families

Gianaris-Gliniecki & Beauregard Funeral Home continues to serve families throughout Oxford, MA with a full range of funeral, cremation, & pre-planning services. WEBSTER, MA, UNITED STATES, October 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gianaris- …

Cypress Creek Funeral Home and Crematory Continues Serving Families Throughout North Houston Area

Cypress Creek Funeral Home and Crematory continues to provide comprehensive funeral, cremation, and memorial services throughout the North Houston area HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, October 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cypress Creek Funeral Home …

Care Cremation & Burial Announces Service-Area Focus for Las Vegas Valley, Henderson, and Boulder City Families

Family-owned funeral home reaffirms commitment to affordable, transparent cremation and burial services across Southern Nevada LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, October 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Family-owned funeral home reaffirms commitment to …

Top Angel Headstones Manufacturer Expands Custom Memorial Solutions for Global Markets

XIAMEN, FUJIAN, CHINA, October 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As families seek meaningful and personalized ways to honor loved ones, the demand for carefully designed memorials continues to shape the international monument and natural stone …

Souls' Caregiver Brings Donation-Based Spiritual Teaching Back With a 28-Day Program

On 10/10/2026, the program opens with no price set in advance. Participants complete all 28 days and then decide what to contribute. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Souls' Caregiver, an independent spiritual …

FRANK IGWEALOR RELEASES AUDIOBOOK OF 'WHY CHRISTIANS CANNOT IN GOOD CONSCIENCE SUPPORT OR VOTE FOR THE...'

Frank Igwealor Releases Why Christians Cannot in Good Conscience Support or Vote for the Democratic Party in Paperback, Ebook, and Audiobook LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author, attorney, and economist …

Frank Igwealor's New Book 'The Fallacy of Reciprocity of Generosity' Discusses Why the People We Help Turn Against Us

New book traces a five-stage pattern of ingratitude across history, business, family and scripture, and shows benefactors how to avoid mistakes and give wisely LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Attorney, …

Comanche Nation's Fall Festival

National Chamber Orchestra Earns Standing Ovations for The Four Seasons at Washington’s Historic Holy Trinity

Julien Benichou and violinist Joshua Brown lead an evening of Vivaldi and Tchaikovsky in the Georgetown church where President John F Kennedy worshipped WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Chamber …

Spurgeon Funeral Home Helps Jackson County Families Take the First Step Toward Peace of Mind

Brownstown funeral home encourages families across Jackson County to plan ahead—easing tomorrow's burden with today's decisions. BROWNSTOWN, IN, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spurgeon Funeral Home, a locally owned …

N.H. Scott & Hanekamp Funeral Home: Four Generations of Compassionate Care for Glenview and the North Shore

Family-owned Glenview funeral home continues a multi-generational legacy of personalized, compassionate service for families across the North Shore. GLENVIEW, IL, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- N.H. Scott & Hanekamp …

Utah Cremation Society Provides Salt Lake City Families With 24/7 Cremation and Funeral Care in the Heart of Downtown

Downtown Salt Lake City provider offers around-the-clock support, an on-site chapel and gathering rooms, and a full range of cremation and funeral options. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Utah Cremation Society …

Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery Marks 75 Years Serving East Valley Families

Family-owned Mesa funeral home, cemetery and crematory celebrates three generations of care since 1951 MESA, AR, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mountain View Funeral Home & Cemetery is celebrating 75 years of serving …

Schumacher-Kish Invites Area Families to Free Preplanning Seminars at Its Onalaska Chapel

Free, no-obligation sessions at the 907 Sand Lake Road chapel help Coulee Region families learn the basics of funeral preplanning. ONALASKA, WI, UNITED STATES, October 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Schumacher-Kish Funeral and Cremation Services …