'We fled because of our faith': LA pastor says ICE detained Iranian Christians who fled persecution
A West LA pastor captured emotional video as immigration agents detained Iranian asylum seekers he says fled religious persecution in Iran.
A West LA pastor captured emotional video as immigration agents detained Iranian asylum seekers he says fled religious persecution in Iran.
From gangs to graduation: Homeboy Industries gives 109 reasons to believe in second chances
109 former gang members and inmates just graduated. Their stories prove it’s never too late to rewrite your story, and may change how you see second chances.
109 former gang members and inmates just graduated. Their stories prove it’s never too late to rewrite your story, and may change how you see second chances.
Woman who found infant remains in Ireland speaks out
Catherine Corless, the historian who found the gravesite of nearly 800 babies and children beneath an Irish home for unwed mothers, was widely ridiculed for her life's work.
Catherine Corless, the historian who found the gravesite of nearly 800 babies and children beneath an Irish home for unwed mothers, was widely ridiculed for her life's work.
LA Archbishop criticizes Trump administration for having 'no immigration policy,' only 'punishment'
In his weekly column, Archbishop José Gomez called for a "new national conversation about immigration."
In his weekly column, Archbishop José Gomez called for a "new national conversation about immigration."
'A united Church': LA faith leaders from different denominations bring flowers instead of fear
As ICE raids intensify, Pope Leo’s vision of a united Church took form in LA. Faith leaders from every denomination brought flowers, not fear—standing together in the City of Angels to bear witness to the peace and the dignity of all people and remind the immigrant community: “You are not alone."
As ICE raids intensify, Pope Leo’s vision of a united Church took form in LA. Faith leaders from every denomination brought flowers, not fear—standing together in the City of Angels to bear witness to the peace and the dignity of all people and remind the immigrant community: “You are not alone."
Southern California Catholic ministries embrace inclusion under new papacy
At this year's Long Beach Pride, “Comunidad" from St. Matthew's Catholic Church marked nearly four decades of outreach.
At this year's Long Beach Pride, “Comunidad" from St. Matthew's Catholic Church marked nearly four decades of outreach.
White Sox unveil art honoring Pope Leo XIV
The White Sox revealed artwork that will honor Pope Leo.
The White Sox revealed artwork that will honor Pope Leo.
Pope Leo XIV calls for unity and love in inaugural Mass
Pope Leo XIV had his inaugural Mass Sunday in St. Peter's Square before an estimated 200,000 people.
Pope Leo XIV had his inaugural Mass Sunday in St. Peter's Square before an estimated 200,000 people.
New pope shares thoughts on gay marriage, abortion
Pope Leo XIV outlined a clear Catholic teaching on marriage and abortion Friday.
Pope Leo XIV outlined a clear Catholic teaching on marriage and abortion Friday.
How to watch Pope Leo's inauguration Mass
Pope Leo XIV is set to preside over his official inaugural Mass at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square.
Pope Leo XIV is set to preside over his official inaugural Mass at 10 a.m. local time in St. Peter’s Square.
Pope Leo's childhood home becomes a tourist hot spot
Pope Leo's childhood home has become a viral sensation and tourist hot spot.
Pope Leo's childhood home has become a viral sensation and tourist hot spot.
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in Ukraine, Gaza in first Sunday noon blessing
Pope Leo XIV gave his first Sunday noon blessing since being elected as pope and called for a genuine and just peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Pope Leo XIV gave his first Sunday noon blessing since being elected as pope and called for a genuine and just peace in Ukraine and an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Pope Leo XIV identifies biggest threat to humanity
Pope Leo XIV laid out the vision for his papacy and identified what he sees as the greatest challenge facing humanity.
Pope Leo XIV laid out the vision for his papacy and identified what he sees as the greatest challenge facing humanity.
New Pope Leo XIV celebrated at mass by LA Archbishop Gomez
Gomez will be joined by auxiliary bishops and other clergy from across the LA archdiocese "to pray and welcome the Holy Father from the local church in Southern California."
Gomez will be joined by auxiliary bishops and other clergy from across the LA archdiocese "to pray and welcome the Holy Father from the local church in Southern California."
Pope Leo XIV: Holy Name Cathedral hosts special Mass for new pontiff
Catholics gathered in Chicago this morning at a special Mass to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV.
Catholics gathered in Chicago this morning at a special Mass to celebrate the election of Pope Leo XIV.
New Pope, Leo XIV first American pontiff
A new Pope has been elected. Robert Prevost will become the first American Pope as Leo XIV. Los Angeles and the world react to the announcement.
A new Pope has been elected. Robert Prevost will become the first American Pope as Leo XIV. Los Angeles and the world react to the announcement.
Pope Leo XIV: Robert Prevost on why Pope Francis chose him and his progressive vision for the Church
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV—formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost—shares why Pope Francis chose him, his missionary roots, and his progressive vision for a more inclusive, compassionate Catholic Church.
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV—formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost—shares why Pope Francis chose him, his missionary roots, and his progressive vision for a more inclusive, compassionate Catholic Church.
How does a pope choose their name?
Robert Prevost, the first American pope, went with the name "Pope Leo XIV."
Robert Prevost, the first American pope, went with the name "Pope Leo XIV."
Pope Leo XIV's first address: Full text
Robert Prevost was elected to be the Catholic Church's new pope on Thursday. His first comments as Pope Leo XIV lasted for a few minutes; here's the full text of those remarks.
Robert Prevost was elected to be the Catholic Church's new pope on Thursday. His first comments as Pope Leo XIV lasted for a few minutes; here's the full text of those remarks.
First American pope: The world reacts
The notion of an American pope has long been frowned upon, but Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, had prominence that few other cardinals have.
The notion of an American pope has long been frowned upon, but Cardinal Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, had prominence that few other cardinals have.