Roman notebook: What it’s like to interview the pope
By now most regular Crux readers, and much of the rest of the world, knows that Pope Leo XIV gave the first official interview of his papacy to me for my new biography of him,…
Pope Leo says ‘violence, forced exile, or revenge’ not a solution in Holy Land
On Sunday, Pope Leo XIV greeted representatives of various Catholic associations engaged in works of solidarity with the people of the Gaza Strip. “Dear friends, I appreciate your initiative and many others throughout the Church…
Afro-descendants in Bolivia fight invisibility with dance and memory
YUNGAS, Bolivia — Cielo Torres had always lived in Bolivia. Yet before moving at age 17 to the remote town of Tocaña — where much of the country’s Afro-descendant community lives — she had rarely encountered people…
Study: ‘Traditional Liturgical Experiences Predict Stronger Belief in the Real Presence’
ZolnierekThe Eucharist. Other factors that tended to result in a higher belief in the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist included more frequent Mass attendance and politically conservative viewpoints.
How to Better Welcome Those With Disabilities in the Church
‘Indispensable,’ edited by Mark Bradford Advocating for those with disabilities is the subject of a new pastoral-resource book.
Prayer is the blood pressure of the soul
There are many mysteries and challenges surrounding prayer. As a help to navigating these realities, the Catechism of the Catholic Church gives us three facts about prayer: 1) It is always possible to pray; 2)…
Pope Leo has a Jerry Maguire moment on sex abuse
ROME – In the classic 1996 film “Jerry Maguire,” early on our hero, a highly successful agent representing athletes, has a crisis of conscience. In his epiphany, he realizes that his business has become too…
The Heart of Charlie Kirk’s Crusade Was More Spiritual Than Political
Joe RaedleJesus-focused items, including a pamphlet about the Divine Mercy devotion, are displayed at the makeshift memorial for Charlie Kirk outside the headquarters of Turning Point USA on Sept. 19, 2025, in Phoenix. Kirk, the…
Frassati’s ‘Usual Suspects’ in Italy Inspire American Catholics to Put Friendship First
Kevin Hertelendy, middle, and other members of the Tipi Loschi pose in front of St. Peter’s Basilica at the Sept. 7 canonization Mass for St. Pier Giorgio Frassati. The contemporary Tipi Loschi follow their patron’s…
Pope Leo XIV Tells ALS Advocates in Chicago: ‘You Show Us the Best of Humanity’
Vatican MediaPope Leo XIV waves to pilgrims gathered for his Sunday Angelus in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on Sept. 14, 2025. The Pope assured them that they occupy a ‘special place in my…