The first country Pope Leo XIV will visit during his Africa trip in April will be Algeria, a country where Christianity has ancient roots but Catholics constitute a small minority.

Mother Angelica — the foundress of EWTN — often spoke about the spiritual works of mercy in her television program “Mother Angelica Live.”

Mother Angelica — the foundress of EWTN — often spoke about the spiritual works of mercy in her television program “Mother Angelica Live.”

Regina Lynch, executive president of ACN, said she fears for the Christian presence in the Middle East amid rising tensions and violence.

A March NBC poll found that American voters hold Pope Leo XIV in highest esteem among other public personalities.

A March NBC poll found that American voters hold Pope Leo XIV in highest esteem among other public personalities.

Father Pierre El Raii, a Maronite parish priest, was a revered leader among Christians in the area.

The car’s license plates read “DA POPE” and “LEO XIV.”

The car’s license plates read “DA POPE” and “LEO XIV.”

The president of the U.S. bishops’ conference also said he offers prayerful support to Archbishop Gabriele Giordano Caccia.