Pope Leo Calls for Peace in the Face of More Attacks on Civilian Populations
On Sunday, July 20th, Pope Leo XIV led the people of Castel Gandolfo in the Angelus, before delivering an address expressing his profound sadness at the Israeli attacks on the Catholic parish of the Holy Family in Gaza. Three people died and countless others were injured. The Pope called once again for peace in the...Continue reading→
The Vatican and AI
In January, the Vatican released a new document on the Artificial Intelligence. The document, Antiqua et Nova (ancient and new), is a collaboration between the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith and the Dicastery for Culture and Education. In it, the Vatican calls for AI leaders of all kinds to ensure that artificial intelligence...Continue reading→
Trump Talks Tough with Russia
The President of the United States has tough words – for Russia. “We are very unhappy, I am, with Russia,” he said on July 14. In the wake of his frustration, President Trump has given Putin an ultimatum – come to a deal to end the war in 50 days, or face 100% tariffs. Losing...
Unpacking the Recent Supreme Court Term
The most recent Supreme Court (SCTOUS) term contained several cases of interest to Catholics, including Tennessee’s ban on transgender procedures for minors bill, opting out of LGBTQ content in schools, Wisconsin’s Catholic Charities religious exemption, and ID verification for pornography. United States v. Skrmetti In a 6-3 decision written by Chief Justice John Roberts, the...Continue reading→
From Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV Addresses “Loving Thy Neighbor”
This past Sunday, Pope Leo XIV delivered his first Angelus and catechesis from Castel Gandolfo, his summer residence nestled among the Alban Hills. The quiet town, celebrated as one of “I Borghi più belli d’Italia” (“the most beautiful villages of Italy”), held a deeper meaning as it played host to the Holy Father’s latest reflections...Continue reading→
The Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel
There is a holy place in Israel that rises almost 1,800 feet above sea level. It’s called Mount Carmel, a Hebrew name that means “God’s Garden.” It was there that the Prophet Elijah confronted 450 prophets of the false god Baal; he convincingly demonstrated that there is no God except the True God (see 1...Continue reading→
The Saints Biggest Announcement Yet!
Missed your favorite saint story of The Saints podcast from The Merry Beggars at Relevant Radio? Now it’s easier than ever to search it, find it, and share it! Our 4-time award-winning audio adventure series is now fully organized. Over 60 saints and 300 episodes are available in a new and improved online interface that enables you...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV Meets President Zelenskyy to Discuss War, Peace, and the Future of Ukraine
On July 9, 2025, Pope Leo XIV received Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a private audience at the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo. The meeting marked a significant moment in the Holy See’s ongoing efforts to promote peace and humanitarian support amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. According to the official communiqué from the Holy...Continue reading→
Pope Leo XIV Honors Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke on His Golden Jubilee
In a gesture of warm appreciation and spiritual solidarity, Pope Leo XIV sent a formal letter of congratulations to Cardinal Raymond Leo Burke on the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination. The message, dated June 17, 2025, and issued from the Vatican during the Holy Year, commended Cardinal Burke for his decades of faithful service...Continue reading→
The Merry Beggars Win Another Two National Media Awards for ‘The Saints’ Series
Last week in Phoenix, Arizona, The Merry Beggars was honored to receive two prestigious Gabriel Awards at the Catholic Media Association’s annual ceremony—winning Best Podcast for The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage and Best Series for Josephine Bakhita. These national media awards, considered among the most distinguished in Catholic broadcasting, recognize “outstanding artistic achievement...Continue reading→
A Shepherd’s Words After the Texas Tragedy
On Morning Air, John Morales spoke with Archbishop Gustavo García-Siller in the wake of the catastrophic flash floods that swept through Kerrville, Texas, over the Fourth of July weekend. The floods claimed the lives of more than 100 people, including children and staff from Camp Mystic. Pope Leo XIV offered his condolences and prayers for...Continue reading→
The Need for Strong Marriages
The marriage rate in the United States has declined significantly over the past 50 years. According to the National Center for Family & Marriage Research, the marriage rate has dropped from 76.5 women married per one thousand unmarried women, down to 31.3 in 2010. Since 2010, though, the marriage rate has remained relatively stable. Coinciding...Continue reading→
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