Matthew Barnes+FollowFirst Millennial Saint? Meet Carlo AcutisDid you know the Catholic Church is about to canonize its first millennial saint? Carlo Acutis, a teen who loved computers, video games, and helping others, died of leukemia in 2006. He built a website about miracles and volunteered with the homeless—all while being a regular kid. Now, he’s being called a 21st-century role model and will be canonized this September. Wild to think a saint could be someone who wore hoodies and jeans! #CarloAcutis #MillennialSaint #CatholicChurch #Religion12Share
kimberly31+FollowMeet the First Millennial Saint!Carlo Acutis, a British-born Italian teen and video game lover, is about to become the Catholic Church’s first millennial saint on September 7! He used his tech skills to document miracles online and inspired tons of young people—earning the nickname 'God’s influencer.' His canonization is a huge deal, especially since it’s the first one led by Pope Leo, the first American pope. Acutis’ story is wild: two miracles, jeans and sneakers, and a whole new vibe for sainthood! #CarloAcutis #MillennialSaint #CatholicChurch #Religion6127Share
lmiles+FollowAnother Woman Just Scored a Top Vatican JobBig news out of the Vatican: Sr. Tiziana Merletti, a canon law whiz and Franciscan Sister of the Poor, just got tapped by Pope Leo XIV to be secretary of a major Vatican department. That’s two women in a row running the show at the Dicastery for Consecrated Life! The Church is definitely leveling up on women in leadership. Sr. Tiziana’s got the legal chops and global experience to shake things up—can’t wait to see what she does next! #Vatican #WomenInLeadership #CatholicChurch #Culture1586Share
Michelle Jackson+FollowPope Leo XIV’s Unity Call Sparks DramaPope Leo XIV kicked off his papacy with major throwbacks to St. John Paul II—rocking his staff and chasuble—while preaching unity to a massive crowd. But even as he called for harmony and peace, his words got twisted online, with some saying he’s throwing shade at past popes and others accusing critics of spinning his message. The new pope’s all about tradition, unity, and being a peacemaker, but wow, the Church’s divisions are showing big time! #PopeLeoXIV #CatholicChurch #Unity #Culture20Share
Teresa Graham+FollowPope Leo’s Roots: Sicilian, Creole & More!Did you know the new Pope Leo XIV’s family tree is a wild ride through the US melting pot? His grandpa came from Sicily, changed his name, and settled in Chicago. On his mom’s side, there’s Creole and Caribbean heritage, with family who switched racial identities to survive in the US South. Now, Leo’s using his own immigrant story to call for dignity for all migrants—maybe even throwing shade at Trump’s immigration crackdowns. Talk about a full-circle moment! #PopeLeoXIV #ImmigrantRoots #FamilyHistory #CatholicChurch #MeltingPot #Culture190Share
Pamela Marshall+FollowPope Leo’s Big Stance RevealedPope Leo XIV just made his views on gay marriage and abortion crystal clear in his first big Vatican speech: he’s sticking to traditional Catholic teachings, defining family as a man and a woman, and upholding the dignity of unborn children and the elderly. While he’s all about peace and interfaith dialogue, don’t expect major changes on women’s roles in the Church—though those who’ve worked with him say he’s a great listener and respects women’s voices. Big moment for the Vatican! #PopeLeoXIV #VaticanNews #CatholicChurch #FaithAndFamily #ChurchReform #Culture18539Share
Teresa Graham+FollowPopemobile Parade & History in the MakingPope Leo XIV just kicked off his reign with a seriously epic mix of old-school ritual and modern spectacle. The first-ever American pope rolled through St. Peter’s Square in the popemobile, waving to a crowd packed with presidents, celebs, and a sea of fans. After the parade? A deep dive into tradition—prayers at St. Peter’s tomb, ancient symbols like the fisherman’s ring, and a global call for peace. All eyes are on how this Chicago-born pope will lead next! #PopeLeoXIV #Vatican #Popemobile #History #CatholicChurch #Culture30Share
lmiles+FollowPope Leo XIV’s Big Stance Shakes CatholicsPope Leo XIV just made it official: he’s sticking to traditional Catholic teachings on gay marriage and abortion, unlike Pope Francis’ more progressive vibe. He’s all about unity and peace, but his conservative stance is sparking a major split among progressive Catholics. People are also watching to see if he’ll support women in bigger church roles, but so far, it’s unclear. The reactions online? Totally mixed—some are hopeful, others not so much. What do you think about the new pope’s direction? #PopeLeoXIV #CatholicChurch #ChurchDebate #SocialIssues #FaithNews #Culture22352983Share
otaylor+FollowUK Leaders at Historic Pope InaugurationBig moment at the Vatican this weekend! David Lammy and Angela Rayner are heading to Rome for the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever North American Pope. They’ll be joining the Duke of Edinburgh, who’s repping the King. Pope Leo (formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost from Chicago) was elected super quickly—just over 24 hours after the conclave started. Major history in the making! #Vatican #PopeLeoXIV #History #UKPolitics #CatholicChurch #Culture211Share
Michael Butler+FollowPope’s Brother Spills on Vatican VisitPope Leo XIV’s brother just got back from the ultimate family reunion—at the Vatican! John Prevost says he’s super proud of his brother and totally believes he was meant to lead the Catholic Church. Imagine having your sibling as the pope! Would you visit the Vatican if your brother was in charge? #Vatican #PopeLeoXIV #FamilyGoals #CatholicChurch #Culture27760Share