Vatican City6 days agoPope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday addressThe pontiff calls for a "lasting peace" in Ukraine and says he is "deeply hurt" by events in Gaza.6 days agoEurope7 days agoWatch: Crowds cheer as Pope holds first Sunday addressWorshippers packed St Peter's Square as Pope Leo XIV called for an end to global conflicts.7 days agoEurope9 May 2025Who is Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV?Pope Leo XIV has supported his predecessor and focus will turn on whether he continues Church reforms.9 May 2025Europe9 May 2025Pope Leo XIV calls Church 'a beacon to illuminate dark nights' in first MassChicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff. 9 May 2025Europe9 May 2025'Down to earth' Pope Leo once preached about TV showA priest who knows Pope Leo XIV recalls how the pontiff referred to Britain's Got Talent.9 May 2025Suffolk9 May 2025Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiffCardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel, in a service that began with a prayer.9 May 2025Europe9 May 2025What is behind the new Pope's chosen name, Leo?Due to a longstanding tradition, newly-elected popes are asked to change their names. 9 May 2025Europe9 May 2025What Pope's speedy election says about Church's prioritiesThe new Pope is seen as someone who could unite traditionalist and progressive within the Church, writes the BBC's religion editor.9 May 2025Europe9 May 2025'I flipped out, I said no way!' - Chicago celebrates hometown PopeCatholics are surprised and delighted in Chicago, where the church's influence persists despite declining numbers.9 May 2025US & Canada...
