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Pope Leo XIV on the Ethical Framework Needed for the Governance of AI

June 20, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

On June 19th, Pope Leo XIV delivered a message to the participants in the Second Annual Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, and Corporate Governance. The topic of artificial intelligence appears to weigh heavily on the mind of the Holy Father, as he also addressed the issues surrounding this new technology in his first address to […]

Encountering the Vicar of Christ | Reflections from Rome 2025

June 19, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture

NOTE: This article was originally written by Max Rettler of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee and published on The Rome Experience on June 12, 2025. When we woke up on June 11, we knew we had special seats for the papal audience, but as Fr. Eric Sternberg showed our ticket to the Italian police, Swiss guards, […]

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June 18, 2025June 17, 2025 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

Ever wish you could watch your favorite Relevant Radio programs LIVE, as they’re being broadcast? Now you can – with Relevant Radio+ on your Smart TV, computer, tablet, or phone. Get Relevant Radio+ for FREE and stream these daily LIVE broadcasts: Holy Mass (12pm CT) – Pray with Fr. Rocky, LIVE from the Chapel of the Proclamation. Be inspired by […]

From the Basilica to the Ballpark: A Holy Moment in White Sox Stadium

June 17, 2025June 17, 2025 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

On a historic night at Rate Field, Fr. Rocky, CEO of Relevant Radio and lifelong Cubs fan, found himself in unfamiliar territory: the White Sox stadium, surrounded by over 30,000 faithful, witnessing a spiritual event unlike any other. He joined Drew Mariani on The Drew Mariani Show to unpack the unforgettable evening—culminating in a powerful […]

Pope Leo XIV’s Simple Message to the World: “God Loves You”

June 17, 2025June 17, 2025 Articles, Faith and Spirituality, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

Rate Field, home of the Chicago White Sox, was more than just the site of a baseball game this past weekend. Saturday, June 14th, it became a sacred space for a message of hope. During a special event honoring his South Side roots, Pope Leo XIV spoke via video from the Vatican, delivering a brief […]

UPDATE: Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati to Be Canonized Together on September 7

June 17, 2025 Articles, Family and Kids, News and Culture

Pope Leo XIV presided over the first Ordinary Public Consistory of his pontificate on Friday morning, formally approving the canonizations of eight Blesseds, including two of the most beloved modern Catholic figures: Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. During the ceremony, the Holy Father confirmed that Acutis and Frassati will be canonized together […]

Pope Leo XIV’s Rate Field Address to Young People, June 14th, 2025

June 16, 2025June 17, 2025 Articles, News and Culture

The following is the transcript of Pope Leo XIV’s first address to an American audience. Many young people gathered at the Chicago White Sox ballpark, Rate Field, to celebrate Pope Leo’s election. My dear friends, It’s a pleasure for me to greet all of you gathered together at White Sox Park on this great celebration […]

Pope Leo XIV Schedules First Consistory to Approve Canonizations

June 11, 2025June 12, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

If you caught The Patrick Madrid Show recently, you may have heard the exciting news: Pope Leo XIV has scheduled his first consistory, and it’s a big one. For those who are unfamiliar with the term, a consistory is an official gathering of the cardinals, summoned by the Pope. These high-level meetings are usually private, […]

Can the Election of Pope Leo XIV Spark a Priest Boom?

June 9, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

Keaton from the listening audience posed a thoughtful question on The Patrick Madrid Show: “Will the reality of a U.S. Pope, who’s served abroad but was shaped in America, help inspire young men to consider the priesthood?” Patrick’s answer? A hopeful and heartfelt “Yes—I believe that could happen!” Patrick brings more than speculation—he brings experience. […]

Why Do Some Believe that Leo XIV Will Be the Last Pope?

June 9, 2025June 9, 2025 Articles, News and Culture, The Patrick Madrid Show

Hazel from Milwaukee called The Patrick Madrid Show with a question that’s burning up comment sections and TikTok feeds: “Is Pope Leo XIV really the last Pope before the end of the world?!” Patrick’s response? Calm, clear, and soaked in spiritual common sense: Don’t freak out. This theory comes from the prophecy of St. Malachy, […]

JUST IN: Pope Leo XIV selects Pedro Bismarck Chau as Auxiliary Bishop of Newark

June 6, 2025 Articles, Morning Air, News and Culture

This Morning Air episode with John Morales brought us a heart-stirring interview with Bishop-Elect Pedro Bismarck Chau, whose journey from Nicaragua to the U.S. is nothing short of miraculous. On April 15, Bishop-Elect Chau received an unexpected call from the Apostolic Nuncio: Pope Francis had appointed him Auxiliary Bishop of Newark. Still catching his breath […]

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