Catholic News
Vatican Increases Net Worth by $3 Billion in 2025
The Administration of the Patrimony of the Apostolic See (APSA) published its annual report on July 31. The Vatican’s financial investments and assets rose to a net worth of approximately $3 billion (2.686 billion euros) in 2025. According to the annual report released on July 31 by the Administration of
Pope Leo XIV Receives Patti Smith at Vatican
The Chicago-born pontiff and the influential American singer, poet, and visual artist met privately for about 40 minutes at the Apostolic Palace. Pope Leo XIV received American singer, poet, and artist Patti Smith in a private audience at the Vatican on Friday, July 31. The meeting lasted about 40 minutes
California’s case against second chances
The state is suing Christian nonprofits that help women save their unborn babies.
Pope Leo XIV Issues New Constitution, Allowing Non-Cardinals to Lead Vatican City State
The pontiff approved the new Fundamental Law of the Vatican City State on July 31. Pope Leo XIV has approved a new constitution for the Vatican, formally allowing non-cardinals to serve as its president. The new laws, making up the Fundamental Law of Vatican City State, were published on July
St. John Paul II Retreat House to Open in Nation’s Capital
As a young priest, then-Father Karol Wojtyła led wilderness excursions for youth to learn about the faith. He used the quiet setting for prayer and discussion, which the center hopes to reflect. A retreat house inspired by the life and ministry of St. John Paul II is set to open
A giddy Patti Smith meets fellow Chicago legend, Pope Leo XIV, and says ‘Hi’
ROME — Rock legend Patti Smith was giddy and almost at a loss for words when she met Friday with Pope Leo XIV. “Hi,” she said softly as she sat down across from Leo at his desk in the Apostolic Palace. Wearing a crucifix necklace and hair in her trademark