Pope Leo XIV tells Monaco: 'It is the humble who shape history'

The pope's whirlwind visit to Monaco began with a meeting with the country's royal family and an address to the small city-state.

Pope Leo XIV visits Monaco

Leo is the first pope to visit the tiny country in nearly half a millennium.

10 Catholic facts about Monaco: Billionaires, martyrs, and Europe's last Catholic state

Pope Leo XIV will make a historic one-day visit to the principality of Monaco on March 28. Here are 10 key things to know about the tiny nation and its enduring Catholic identity.

Pope Leo XIV warns of a faith reduced to 'custom', asks for Church to reflect the love of God

The Holy Father urged Catholics in Monaco to "announce the Gospel of life, hope and love" and defend the dignity of human beings from birth to death.

Pope Leo XIV to youth of Monaco: 'Do not be afraid to give everything to God'

The Holy Father described the Monacan patron Saint Devota as "a courageous young woman who knew how to bear witness to her faith."

Bangladesh bishops say 'no' to government financial support

Bangladesh bishops say "no" to government support, Seoul archbishop urges defense of life amid war, second church built in Mosul after ISIS, and more in this week's roundup of Catholic world news.

Read Pope Leo XIV's homily to Catholics at Monaco's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

The Holy Father arrived in Monaco as part of a one-day visit on March 28.

PHOTOS: Pope Leo XIV's one-day trip to Monaco

The Holy Father met with the country's royalty, addressed Catholic youth, and celebrated Mass at Louis II Stadium.

Pope Leo XIV at Monaco stadium Mass: Wars are 'the result of the idolatry of power and money'

The Holy Father during his homily at Monaco's Louis II Stadium urged the faithful to "not get used to the rumble of weapons or the images of war."

Here is Pope Leo XIV's schedule for Holy Week and Easter 2026 at the Vatican

Palm Sunday marks the start of the one of the busiest and fullest liturgical periods of the year for the Catholic Church and the Vatican.