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The Catholic Church, also known as the Roman Catholic Church, is the largest Christian church, with 1.27 to 1.41 billion baptized Catholics worldwide as of 2025. It is among the world's oldest and largest international institutions and has played a prominent role in the history and development of Western civilization. The Church consists of 24 sui iuris (autonomous) churches, including the Latin Church and 23 Eastern Catholic Churches, which comprise almost 3,500 dioceses and eparchies around the world, each overseen by one or more bishops. The pope, who is the bishop of Rome, is the chief pastor of the church.

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Pope prays for Chinese Catholics to be in communion with Rome in first comments following feast day Pope prays for Chinese Catholics to be in communion with Rome in first comments following feast day Leo noted that on the feast day, “in the churches and shrines in China and throughout the world,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:06Published on May 25, 2025

Why Usha Vance Wore Mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s Inauguration\|Controversy Behind Traditional Headscarf Usha Vance’s decision to wear a traditional mantilla at Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows worldwide. Why did the Second Lady choose to honor the Catholic.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:31Published on May 18, 2025

Vatican BREAKING: Pope Leo XIV Receives Fisherman's Ring And Pallium In Solemn Vatican Ceremony Pope Leo XIV was officially vested with the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring during his inauguration Mass in St. Peter’s Square, marking the formal start of his papacy. These ancient symbols of.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:28Published on May 18, 2025

French PM Bayrou denies covering up Catholic school abuse scandal during parliamentary hearing French PM Bayrou denies covering up Catholic school abuse scandal during parliamentary hearing French Prime Minister François Bayrou faced a high-stakes parliamentary hearing on Wednesday evening,.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:56Published on May 15, 2025

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Ashley Park Slammed for Laughing at Pope News While Filming 'Emily in Paris' "Emily in Paris" star Ashley Park is being slammed as disrespectful after she seemingly mocked Pope Leo XIV on social media following his election as the first-ever American-born leader of the Catholic.. TMZ.com - Published on May 9, 2025
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New Pope Leo XIV Is First American in History to Become Pontiff The world just got the first look at the new Holy Father, and he's making history in another way as well ... because the leader of the Catholic Church is the first American to become the Pontiff... TMZ.com - Published on May 8, 2025
Who is Pope Leo XIV? American Robert Prevost announced as leader of Catholic Church The Vatican has announced the first ever American leader of the Catholic Church - Robert Prevost, who will be known as Pope Leo XIV. Sky News - Published on May 8, 2025
Cardinals Elect New Pope to Lead Catholic Church White smoke is pouring out the chimney of the Sistine Chapel ... so, the world officially has a new pope. The smoke began coming out just moments ago ... and, the bells of the chapel have been rung --.. TMZ.com - Published on May 8, 2025

How does the new Pope compare to his predecessors? The Catholic Church now has its newest pope, after Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected the 267th pontiff, becoming Pope Leo XIV. Sky News - Published on May 8, 2025
The factors facing the conclave as it chooses the next pope The cardinals entering the conclave believe they will be guided by the Holy Spirit in deciding who to choose as the next leader of the Catholic Church. Sky News - Published on May 6, 2025
Conclave writer says women priests will be 'big issue' for new pope The writer of Conclave has said he believes the role of women in the Catholic Church will be a "big issue" for the next pope. Sky News - Published on May 6, 2025
Donald Trump Says He'd Like to Be the Next Pope Donald Trump's endorsing a controversial public figure to become the next head of the Catholic Church -- himself! The President of the United States was asked Tuesday who he thinks should ascend to the.. TMZ.com - Published on April 29, 2025

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Pope Francis phoned Gaza's only Catholic church 'every day' - as priest reveals details of last call Christians from Gaza's only Catholic church have paid tribute to Pope Francis who called them "every day" during the Israel-Hamas war. Sky News - Published on April 21, 2025
How Pope Francis navigated issues from climate change to gay rights Pope Francis was elected in 2013 as an unexpected choice - but with a mandate to reform the Catholic church. Sky News - Published on April 21, 2025	Pope Francis Dead at 88 Pope Francis -- the 266th pope in the Catholic Church's history -- has died ... the Vatican confirms. "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the house of the Father. His entire.. TMZ.com - Published on April 21, 2025
A pope of firsts, Francis was an outspoken champion of the deprived - but left some feeling betrayed His arrival as pontiff heralded a new kind of leadership for the Catholic Church. Sky News - Published on April 21, 2025	What is the Catholic jubilee, why are the royals going and should tourists still visit Italy this year? The King and Queen have begun a three-day state visit to Italy, where they will celebrate the Catholic jubilee year, an event that only happens every 25 years. Sky News - Published on April 6, 2025
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Pope to make teenager born in London the first millennial saint Pope Francis has said he will canonise a teenager born in London, setting the date for them to become the first millennial saint of the Catholic Church. Sky News - Published on November 21, 2024	'Choose the lesser evil' in US election, says Pope as he criticises Harris and Trump The Pope has told American Catholics to "choose the lesser evil" as he criticised both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Sky News - Published on September 14, 2024
Pope Francis' Homophobic Slur No Big Deal, Says Openly Gay UK Priest Pope Francis' homophobic slur is being dismissed as no big deal, especially considering most seminaries are mostly made up of gay dudes ... so claims one priest anyway. Father James Alison -- a.. TMZ.com - Published on May 28, 2024	During 'Holy Hour' & at a funeral, Goa churches say vote for 'responsible ones' The directive to hold special prayers came from the archbishop of Goa and Daman, Felipe Neri Cardinal Ferrao. "This has been interpreted as a message to vote for Congress," said one observer. CM Pramod.. IndiaTimes - Published on May 5, 2024
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