Pope Leo XIV begins catechesis on Vatican II's Gaudium et spes

Pope Leo XIV began a series of catechesis sessions on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, regarding the Second Vatican Council and its documents. The teaching series focuses on the pastoral constitution Gaudium et Spes, which translates to Joy and Hope.

The sessions examine the Church's role in the modern world. According to Vatican News, the document addresses the human condition in contemporary times, the relationship between the Church and humanity, the human community, human activity in the world, and the mission of the Church in the modern era.