News Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, in plain language
Pope Leo XIV's debut encyclical on human dignity surprises readers with concrete economic proposals and Marian theology.
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News How the Sacred Heart consecration can transform your family
Five practical ways the consecration to the Sacred Heart can deepen your family's prayer life and spiritual unity.
Church What Pope Leo XIV’s secretary reveals about the pontiff
The Pope's personal secretary shares five lesser-known details about Leo XIV's daily life and spiritual practices.
News The Sheep Detectives: A Catholic book review
Aleteia's reviewer praises The Sheep Detectives, a new Catholic children's book blending mystery with faith formation.
News The hidden grief behind Stephen Colbert’s humor
How the loss of his father and brothers shaped Stephen Colbert's faith, humor, and life as a Catholic public figure.
Church The organization supporting nearly half of U.S. dioceses
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops coordinates pastoral work across 44% of U.S. dioceses through shared resources and national initiatives.
News Sacred Heart film sparks devotional revival across social media
A new documentary on devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus is drawing millions online and renewing interest in this classic prayer.
Church The Vatican’s oldest priest is a 103-year-old Augustinian
Meet Fr. Hildebrand Ricciardi, the Vatican's oldest priest at 103, an Augustinian who has served the Church for eight decades.
Church U.S. bishops to consecrate nation to Sacred Heart at June assembly
The U.S. bishops will consecrate America to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at their June assembly in Orlando. What this means for…
News Meet the first American Catholic Pope – Robert Francis Prevost
Robert Francis Prevost OSA is an American Catholic prelate who has been head of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican…