The pope[a] is the bishop of Rome and the head of the worldwide Catholic Church. He is also known as the supreme pontiff, [b] Roman pontiff, [c] or sovereign pontiff.

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4 days ago · Follow Vatican News for updates and information on the daily activities of the Pope.

1 day ago · After declining an invitation from President Trump, Pope Leo XIV will make a virtual appearance on July 3 at the National Constitution Center to accept its Liberty Medal.

Feb 18, 2026 · The pope is regarded as the successor of St. Peter and has supreme power of jurisdiction over the Roman Catholic Church in matters of faith and morals, as well as in church …

Apr 22, 2025 · Pope Francis, 88, died of a stroke and heart failure, the Vatican said. Francis was last seen Sunday when he gave the traditional Easter blessing from the balcony of St. Peter’s.

3 days ago · Ten months after taking office, Pope Leo XIV on Saturday finally moved into his apartments in the Vatican's Apostolic Palace, a historic papal residence that his predecessor had eschewed.

1 day ago · Pope Leo XIV will accept the Liberty Medal in Philadelphia on July 3 in a remote broadcast from the Vatican.

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