In a world with "so much armed conflict," the example of sport as a way to build peace and fairness is sorely needed, says ...

The pope spoke to dozens of young astronomy students and scholars who were taking part in a monthlong summer school sponsored by the Vatican Observatory.

Most of those killed in the recent tragic events were internally displaced persons "sheltered by the local Catholic mission." ...

Sport, with its demands for self-giving, collaboration and perseverance, reflects the beauty and dynamic love of God, Pope Leo XIV said.

In a video message, Pope Leo encouraged young people to look inside themselves, recognize God's presence in their own hearts.

"I think I will remember this moment as 'the sermon on the mound,'" Cardinal Cupich said, a nod to Jesus' famous Sermon on ...