Justice Samuel A. Alito Jr., a conservative Catholic, has visited Rome for decades, often teaching or participating in academic conferences.
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Catholics Project Many Images Onto Pope Leo: Liberal? Conservative? Cubs Fan?
Unlike Francis, Leo XIV has given few clues about where he stands on issues dividing the church (though he’s definitely a White Sox guy). Followers fill in the gaps.
King Charles Mourns Duchess of Kent at Catholic Funeral
The duchess, best known for her role bestowing trophies at the Wimbledon tennis tournament, was the first member of the royal family to convert to Catholicism in centuries.
Carlo Acutis, Known as ‘God’s Influencer,’ Is Declared a Saint by Pope Leo XIV
Carlo, who died at 15, was canonized alongside Pier Giorgio Frassati, who also died young. The church is looking to the two saints to inspire new generations of Catholics.
L.G.B.T.Q. Catholics Have Jubilee With Pope’s Blessing, if Not His Presence
Leo XIV did not meet with pilgrims, but he has indicated that he is supportive of an open, welcoming church.
Carlo Acutis, a Saint for the Modern Age
Nicknamed God’s influencer, Carlo, who died at age 15, used technology to express his religious beliefs. The church sees him as a way to connect to the young.
With Festivities and Papal Prayer, the Vatican Aims to Attract the Young
At a gathering that has been called the “Catholic Woodstock,” the church has embraced influencers on social media as a way to engage the youth.
Excavation of Children’s Remains Begins at Irish Home for Unwed Mothers
Experts are searching for the remains of hundreds of children who died at the institution run by Catholic nuns until 1961, including bodies disposed of in septic tanks.
L.A. Area Bishop Excuses Faithful From Mass Over Fear of Immigration Raids
San Bernardino Bishop Alberto Rojas lifted the obligation for members of the diocese to celebrate Mass if they had a “genuine fear of immigration enforcement actions.”
L.A. Area Bishop Excuses Faithful From Mass Over Fear of Immigration Raids
San Bernardino Bishop Alberto Rojas lifted the obligation for members of the diocese to celebrate Mass if they had a “genuine fear of immigration enforcement actions.”