Pope Leo XIV is making headlines! From an upcoming live digital visit with American youth to the return of the Latin Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica, this week’s Church Headlines covers all the latest updates from the Catholic Church around the world. We also bring you stories from Ukraine, China, Gaza, and more—highlighting faith, hope, and the Church’s ongoing mission.

In this episode:

- Pope Leo XIV to connect virtually with 15,000 American youth during a livestreamed conversation.

- Suspended Augustinian priest in the Philippines after blessing a Masonic monument.

- Latin Mass returns to St. Peter’s Basilica for the “Summorum Pontificum” pilgrimage.

- Greek Orthodox and Latin Patriarchates of Jerusalem call for protection of Christians in Gaza.

- Pope Leo XIV gifts his pontifical mitre to Chiclayo, Peru, and supports construction of Oscar Romero Chapel.

- New Catholic Basilica consecrated in Ukraine despite ongoing war.

- Vatican promotes employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

- New bishop installed in China, reflecting delicate Vatican–Beijing relations.

- Pope Leo meets with annual “baby bishop course” in Rome and emphasizes bridge-building in Church leadership.

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Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:32 Pope Leo Conference Call with American Youth

01:03 Suspended Priest in the Philippines

01:45 Latin Mass Returns to St. Peter’s

02:17 Christians in Gaza

03:33 Pontifical Mitre Gifted to Chiclayo Diocese

03:57 We reached 1000 subscribers!

04:25 New Basilica in Ukraine

05:05 Vatican Employment for Disabled

05:31 New Bishop in China

06:01 Baby Bishop Course in Rome

06:53 Conclusion