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Did Pope Leo find his voice in Africa? Or did the world finally hear him?

By NICOLE WINFIELD
Apr 21, 2026 9:12 am - There is a case to be made that Pope Leo XIV found his voice on his epic and ongoing trip through Africa. He has been criticizing the “handful of tyrants” and “chains of corruption” that have held parts of the continent hostage for centuries.
Immerse yourself in sacred jazz worship at Gary UMC in Wheaton

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Apr 20, 2026 4:41 pm - Award-winning jazz pianist Deanna Witkowski will lead sacred jazz worship services at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton on April 26.
Wheaton church to host a history of ‘Love your neighbor’

Submitted by Janet Mathis
Apr 20, 2026 3:16 pm - Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton will host an April 26 class exploring the history and contemporary implications of "love your neighbor as yourself" as a world-shaping movement. It will be led by ethicist Andrew DeCort, founder of Ethiopia's Neighbor-Love Movement.
‘Don’t give up’: On visit to suburbs, Bailey opens up about crash that killed son, grandchildren

By Marni Pyke
Apr 19, 2026 6:05 pm - “At the end of the day … I am at peace,” Bailey tells congregation at Lakewood Chapel in remarks on faith, loss and hope.
Pope prays at Catholic shrine in Angola that was a center of African slave trade

By NICOLE WINFIELD
Apr 19, 2026 3:32 pm - MUXIMA, Angola (AP) — Pope Leo XIV on Sunday recalled the “sorrow and great suffering” Angolans endured for centuries, as the American pope prayed at a Catholic shrine lo...
Pope Leo XIV says ‘not in my interest at all’ to debate Trump but will keep preaching peace

By NICOLE WINFIELD
Apr 18, 2026 6:29 pm - Pope Leo XIV said Saturday that it was “not in my interest at all” to debate U.S. President Donald Trump about the Iran war, but that he would continue preaching the Gospel message of peace.
Pope Leo XIV challenges Angola’s leaders while delivering a message of encouragement for its people

By NICOLE WINFIELD and GERALD IMRAY
Apr 18, 2026 5:22 pm - Pope Leo XIV challenged Angola’s leaders to break the “cycle of interests” that have plundered and exploited Africa for centuries, as he arrived in the southern African country on Saturday with a message of encouragement for its long-suffering people.
Pope blasts 'tyrants' ravaging the Earth during his visit to Cameroon

By NICOLE WINFIELD and NALOVA AKUA
Apr 16, 2026 8:22 am - Pope Leo XIV blasted the “handful of tyrants” who are ravaging Earth with war and exploitation, as he preached a message of peace Thursday in the epicenter of a separatist conflict considered one of the world’s most neglected crises.
St. Charles venue won’t host controversial pastor; conservative group says it ‘won’t be silenced’

By Brenda Schory
Apr 15, 2026 5:29 pm - A country club in St. Charles says it won't host an event featuring a controversial speaker. Organizers are looking for another venue.
Pope doubles down on peace and unity message as Trumps criticism continues

By NICOLE WINFIELD
Apr 15, 2026 4:26 pm - Pope Leo XIV on Wednesday doubled down as U.S. President Donald Trump’s criticism showed no sign of letting up, insisting that the message “the world needs to hear today” is one of peace and dialogue.Leo spoke to journalists en route to Cameroon as he continued his Africa visit.

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