How a Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, who reportedly called from the Vatican to fix a number
A Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, the first American pope, after he called from the Vatican to update his phone number on his account, one of his good friends recounted to a parish in late April.
A Chicago bank teller once hung up on Pope Leo, the first American pope, after he called from the Vatican to update his phone number on his account, one of his good friends recounted to a parish in late April.
Priest working at Chicago church accused of ‘inappropriate’ behavior with women, children: diocese
A priest working at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on the Near West Side was accused of inappropriate communications with children and women.
A priest working at St. Francis of Assisi Parish on the Near West Side was accused of inappropriate communications with children and women.
Reflecting on Pope Leo XIV's first year leading the Catholic Church
Loyola University expert Michael Murphy discusses Pope Leo XIV’s first year as pontiff, his growing influence on global diplomacy and what may define the next chapter of his papacy.
Loyola University expert Michael Murphy discusses Pope Leo XIV’s first year as pontiff, his growing influence on global diplomacy and what may define the next chapter of his papacy.
Chicago faith leaders defend Pope Leo amid clash with Trump
A number of local faith leaders are jumping into the ongoing clash between Pope Leo XIV and the Trump administration.
A number of local faith leaders are jumping into the ongoing clash between Pope Leo XIV and the Trump administration.
Trump reading Bible verse from Oval Office in marathon event
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
President Trump will take part in a marathon Bible reading event that celebrates 250 years of the Bible in America. Several other politicians and leaders from his administration will be reading verses as well.
Pope Leo on Trump: 'Not in my interest' to debate him
Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Pope Leo addressed the back-and-forth comments involving President Trump this weekend, saying it was “not in my interest” to debate Trump, and that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Pope Leo-Trump tensions escalate as House speaker defends president
House Speaker Mike Johnson defends criticism from President Trump and Vice President JD Vance toward Pope Leo, as the pontiff calls for peace and warns against using religion for political and military gain amid a deepening rift.
House Speaker Mike Johnson defends criticism from President Trump and Vice President JD Vance toward Pope Leo, as the pontiff calls for peace and warns against using religion for political and military gain amid a deepening rift.
Trump and Pope Leo clash as Chicago's Cardinal Cupich weighs in on Iran
Paris Schutz breaks down the back-and-forth between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV—and why Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich is taking a stand against the war in Iran.
Paris Schutz breaks down the back-and-forth between President Donald Trump and Pope Leo XIV—and why Chicago Archbishop Blase Cupich is taking a stand against the war in Iran.
Trump blasts Pope Leo XIV on Truth Social: “Weak on crime" and foreign policy
President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy.
President Donald Trump took aim at Pope Leo XIV in a Truth Social post on Sunday night following recent comments from the pontiff, and took credit for the Illinois native’s elevation to the papacy.
Pastor shares what he saw while delivering hope and aid in war-torn Ukraine
Pastor Eric Mock of Rivers Edge Bible Church in Pecatonica and the Slavic Gospel Association talks about traveling to Ukraine, where he witnessed widespread destruction, deep hardship and local pastors risking their lives to bring food, medicine and hope to people in need. He also shares how the trip changed his perspective and why small acts of kindness can mean everything in the middle of war.
Pastor Eric Mock of Rivers Edge Bible Church in Pecatonica and the Slavic Gospel Association talks about traveling to Ukraine, where he witnessed widespread destruction, deep hardship and local pastors risking their lives to bring food, medicine and hope to people in need. He also shares how the trip changed his perspective and why small acts of kindness can mean everything in the middle of war.
CPS cuts disability services for Catholic students | ChicagoLIVE
Greg Richmond, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Chicago, issued a statement condemning Chicago Public Schools’ abrupt decision to end federally funded IDEA services for more than 800 Catholic school students with disabilities two months before the school year ends.
Greg Richmond, Superintendent of Schools for the Archdiocese of Chicago, issued a statement condemning Chicago Public Schools’ abrupt decision to end federally funded IDEA services for more than 800 Catholic school students with disabilities two months before the school year ends.
Easter Sunday brings celebration, comfort and community across Chicago
Easter Sunday brought big crowds and big celebrations across Chicago.
Easter Sunday brought big crowds and big celebrations across Chicago.
Easter Sunday brings celebration, comfort and community across Chicago
Easter Sunday brought big crowds and big celebrations across Chicago.
Easter Sunday brought big crowds and big celebrations across Chicago.
Pope Leo XIV urges peace in Easter sermon, warns of “globalization of indifference"
Pope Leo XIV harkened back to the words of his predecessor Sunday as he delivered his first Easter blessing.
Pope Leo XIV harkened back to the words of his predecessor Sunday as he delivered his first Easter blessing.
Pope Leo celebrates first Good Friday with service, call to Israeli president
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Good Friday with a Celebration of the Passion of the Lord service at Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Good Friday with a Celebration of the Passion of the Lord service at Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City.
Pilsen prepares for Stations of the Cross on Good Friday
There are several re-enactments of the Stations of the Cross happening across town this good friday, showing how Jesus was led to his Crucifixion.
There are several re-enactments of the Stations of the Cross happening across town this good friday, showing how Jesus was led to his Crucifixion.
‘The Cinderella Nun’ explores the life behind Sister Jean’s March Madness fame
A new documentary takes a deeper look at Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, going beyond her NCAA March Madness spotlight to reveal the life, faith and impact behind the Loyola Chicago icon.
A new documentary takes a deeper look at Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, going beyond her NCAA March Madness spotlight to reveal the life, faith and impact behind the Loyola Chicago icon.
Pilsen Via Crucis brings Good Friday to life through faith and community
Organizers and performers share how the decades-old Pilsen Via Crucis continues to move thousands, blending tradition, culture, and powerful personal reflection each Good Friday.
Organizers and performers share how the decades-old Pilsen Via Crucis continues to move thousands, blending tradition, culture, and powerful personal reflection each Good Friday.
Why more people are converting to Catholicism despite declining membership
A Loyola University Chicago expert explains the rise in Catholic conversions, the role of community and social media, and what the faith journey looks like today.
A Loyola University Chicago expert explains the rise in Catholic conversions, the role of community and social media, and what the faith journey looks like today.
Military chaplains will no longer display rank, Hegseth says
Pete Hegseth announced reforms this week in efforts to renew military chaplains’ religious focus. One involves the insignia worn on work uniforms.
Pete Hegseth announced reforms this week in efforts to renew military chaplains’ religious focus. One involves the insignia worn on work uniforms.