Pope text: Ash Wednesday teaches human fragility, Gospel hope
The journey of Lent “unfolds amid the remembrance of our fragility and the hope that, at the end of the road, the Risen Lord is waiting for us,” Pope Francis … Learn More
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Day after breathing crisis, pope’s condition is stable
Pope Francis remained in stable condition and did not suffer another respiratory episode a day after having “an isolated crisis of bronchospasm” that worsened his previously improving medical condition.
Even from hospital, pope gives powerful witness of faith, prelates say
Despite his illness, age and hospitalization, Pope Francis is still demonstrating his deep faith and exercising his role as pontiff, said a cardinal who once served as an auxiliary bishop … Learn More
Pope in good spirits; Vatican to host rosary for him in St. Peter’s Square
The morning after Pope Francis’ doctors said that he remained in “critical” condition and showed initial signs of renal insufficiency, the Vatican press office said the pope was in “good spirits” and continuing his treatment.
Warm welcome, hot tickets: Sisters help U.S. visitors see the pope
Smiles, laughter, prayer and strategizing abound at the Bishops’ Office for U.S. Visitors to the Vatican.
As mass deportations ramp up, Catholic clergy and religious rally for immigrants
Clergy and religious continue to speak out against the Trump administration’s sweeping changes to immigration policy as large scale deportation operations ramp up.
How to participate in the upcoming March for Life in person or virtually
The 52nd annual March for Life will take place Jan. 24 in Washington. The theme of the 2025 event is “Life: Why We March.”
Priest shares profound impact of recent border immersion trip
Father Joseph D’Amico, pastor of Saint Anastasia Church in Teaneck, recently experienced a transformative Advent journey related to the ongoing immigration crisis.
MLK challenges all to ‘live out’ solidarity, human dignity
The words of slain civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. continue to challenge all “to live out the principle of solidarity and human dignity,” said the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic bishops.
Week of Prayer for Christian Unity to focus on Creed
As Christian churches prepare to mark the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity will focus on affirming the Nicene Creed and its expression of the faith Christians share.