Americas News
Toronto Cardinal Leo tells Catholics to avoid using ‘symbols that do not represent us’
Cardinal Francis Leo called on the faithful to honor the most Sacred Heart of Jesus throughout June rather than “using... Read more
Bishops of El Salvador oppose country being used as ‘international prison’
El Salvador’s Catholic bishops have published a pastoral letter warning of the risk of turning the Central American nation into... Read more
Pope Leo XIV set to obtain new Peruvian identity document
Pope Leo XIV has updated his personal information for a new Peruvian national identity document. Read more
Pope Leo XIV’s Peruvian goddaughter shares testimony
“He always told us that faith isn’t just about going to Mass, but about living with charity, loving one’s neighbor,... Read more
Outgoing Vancouver archbishop offers a parting call to hope
Archbishop J. Michael Miller sat down for a series of interviews offering encouragement, reflection, and insight as he prepares to... Read more
Cardinal Sturla anticipates papal trips to Argentina, Uruguay, and Peru
Uruguayan Cardinal Daniel Sturla anticipates that Pope Leo XIV’s first visit to Latin America “will include Argentina, Uruguay, and possibly... Read more
Catholic Church strives to reduce violence in Mexico
Amid a wave of violence that has shaken Mexico, including the murder of two high-ranking officials in the capital, the... Read more
‘Paths of Pope Leo XIV’ tourism route launches in Peru
A new Peruvian tourism route “Paths of Pope Leo XIV” highlights the places where the Holy Father exercised his fruitful... Read more
2 Mexican officials assassinated: The Church expresses ‘profound consternation’
The victims of the shooting are Ximena Guzmán, private secretary to Clara Brugada, Mexico City’s mayor, and José Muñoz, adviser... Read more
Who is the patron saint of Pope Leo XIV’s final vows?
Wondering who Pope Leo XIV’s favorite saint is? A Peruvian missionary priest who is a close friend and confidant of... Read more
Pope Leo XIV’s prayer of consecration to Our Lady of Fátima
Pope Leo XIV, when he was bishop of Chiclayo, Peru, offered a special prayer of consecration to the Blessed Virgin... Read more
Peruvian bishop defends Pope Leo XIV against accusations of cover-up
Bishop Edinson Farfán of Chiclayo, Peru, is publicly defending the actions of his predecessor, now Pope Leo XIV, in the... Read more
Leo XIV, in 2023, acknowledged previous meetings with Pope Francis in which they disagreed
In 2023, then-Bishop Robert Prevost recalled his early meetings with Pope Francis when the latter was archbishop of Buenos Aires... Read more
Election of Pope Leo XIV celebrated with Mass of Thanksgiving in Peru
The celebration vibrated with joy following the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost Martínez — both a U.S. and Peruvian... Read more
Pope Leo XIV’s missionary work in Peru
The deputy secretary of the Peruvian Bishops’ Conference said he is “sure that the heart of Pope Leo XIV ...... Read more
Thousands march for life in Mexico City
Thousands of people participated in the March for Life on May 3 in Mexico City to mark 18 years since... Read more
How Francis will be remembered: ‘He left us a great love that we are obliged to replicate’
Following Pope Francis’ passing, one of his closest Argentine friends remembered him with gratitude, emphasizing that his legacy is impossible... Read more
World’s oldest person, Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, dies at 116
Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, the oldest person in the world, died Wednesday in Porto Alegre, Brazil, at the age of... Read more
A long friendship and unforgettable hug: The day Pope Francis forgot he was pope
The face of Brother Juan of the Community of the Lamb went viral last week in a video recalling an... Read more
Canada elects Liberal Party prime minister; life issues fall by wayside
Canadians voted Monday to elect Liberal Party leader Mark Carney to a full term as prime minister following a tight... Read more
