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The Panagia Soumela Icon, the Symbol of Hellenism in Pontus
The holy icon of Panagia Soumela, located in the homonymous Holy Church in Vermio, northern Greece, is the symbol of Hellenism in Pontus.
Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural Mass is filled with symbolism. Here’s what you need to know
Pope Leo XIV ’s inaugural Mass on Sunday morning in St. Peter’s Square and Basilica is a ritual filled with symbolism that ...
Pope Leo XIV vows to work for unity so Catholic Church becomes a symbol of peace in the world
Pope Leo XIV, history’s first American pope, has vowed to work for unity so that the Catholic Church becomes a sign of peace ...
AP PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV takes his first popemobile ride in St. Peter's Square ahead of installation
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Leo XIV took his first popemobile ride through St. Peter’s Square ahead of his installation on ...
Pope Leo condemns exploitation of the poor and calls for unity in the church at inaugural Mass
Leo XIV, the first ever American pope, condemned the exploitation of the poor and called for unity in the church during his ...
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Reactions from both sides of the Christopher Schurr mistrial
Both sides in the Schurr trial were left disappointed on Thursday after jurors were unable to reach a verdict. (May 8, 2025) ...
The Conversation14d
College of the Holy Cross
In choosing his motto and coat of arms, Leo references the Order of St. Augustine, to which he belongs. He uses the identifying symbol of Augustine, a heart pierced by an arrow. Cardinal Robert F.
The Register Citizen16d
A new pope’s first appearance on St. Peter’s balcony is rich with symbols − and Francis’ decision to rein in the pomp spoke volumes
(THE CONVERSATION) As the College of Cardinals gathers in the Sistine Chapel to vote for a new pope, crowds outside will watch for the most dramatic moment of the conclave, when a wisp of white ...