Pope Leo Walks With Augustine, Cameroon Awaits, and U.S. Catholics Press for Religious Freedom

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Maggie Murray of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic news of the day for April 14, 2026. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.

Read the stories in this episode:

1. The Justice Department’s Religious Liberty Commission concluded its final hearing as Christian criticism swirls over President Trump’s recent attacks on Pope Leo and controversial social media posts. 
2. A coalition of 78 pro-life organizations is pressing the Justice Department to back state efforts challenging Biden-era expansions of mifepristone access. 
3. Pope Leo celebrated Mass at the Basilica of St. Augustine in Algeria, calling Catholics to inherit the saint’s legacy of truth, faith and charity. 
4. Church leaders in Cameroon say Pope Leo’s upcoming visit has sparked hope, unity and even practical improvements ahead of his arrival. 
5. Archbishop Amel Shamon Nona has been elected patriarch of the Chaldean Catholic Church, taking leadership at a critical time for Middle Eastern Christians.