Pope Leo also noted that it was Mother’s Day in Italy, the United States and elsewhere. “I send a special greeting to all mothers with a prayer for them and for those who are already in heaven,” he said. “Happy holiday to all moms!” Italian ...

When a pope misses the weekly occasion – as Francis did earlier this year during his hospitalization – it makes global news. The Vatican announced Leo would deliver his first such prayer on Sunday, which is coincidentally Mother’s Day in Italy and ...

Tens of thousands of faithful Catholics gathered in St. Peter’s Square to watch Pope Leo XIV deliver the first

Mother’s Day falls on May 11 this year in the United States and Canada as the Catholic tradition continues of honoring Mary, the mother of God.

Tens of thousands of faithful Catholics gathered in St. Peter's Square to watch Pope Leo XIV deliver the first Sunday blessing of his pontificate exactly at noon. They unfurled flags from around the world,