Pope Leo's Nuance on Migration

June 12th, 2026 - Happy feast of the Sacred Heart, along with Pope St. Leo III! President Trump canceled his proposed strikes against Iran, citing progress on a Memorandum of Understanding that is expected to be signed on Sunday. Details include cessation of hostilities, the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran’s commitment to not seek nuclear armament. The White House issued a presidential message yesterday supporting the U.S. bishops’ consecration of the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. At the consecration event, new papal nuncio Archbishop Gabriele Caccia struck a tone of support and friendship with the US bishops, which many noted was markedly different from the previous nuncio’s often antagonistic relationship with American prelates. Cardinal Raymond Burke will be celebrating Mass for the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and enthroning the Sacred Heart at the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe today at 5PM Eastern Time There will be a livestream, if you would like to watch and pray along. In a shocking announcement that included reports of serial child abuse, DHS announced that they have found some of the unaccompanied children who were lost by the Biden Administration. Supporters of Karmelo Anthony, who was just convicted in the murder of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet, have been threatening jurors with violence. Jacksonville police are investigating videos showing assaults of those who look like jurors.  Rise Right is a live morning program hosted by Sarah Cain & Jakob Martin Kraft, designed to help Catholics begin their day grounded in faith, clarity, and peace. The goal is simple: help listeners start their day well. Stay rooted in prayer, informed about the world, and able to face each day with joy and reason. RiseRight.org