“Rushing” to open the diaconate to women in the Catholic Church would short-circuit a necessary reflection on the relationship between ordained ministry and charismatic leadership, particularly as it impacts the … Learn More
Pope Francis opened the second session of the Synod of Bishops defending his decision to give women and laymen votes at the assembly, saying it reflects the Second Vatican Council’s … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — With many of the concrete, hot-button issues removed from the agenda and turned over to study groups, some people wonder what members of the Synod of Bishops on … Learn More
Humanity needs to be motivated by spiritual values if it is to avoid being thrown into dangerous exploits and useless massacres, Pope Francis said. The world, even in Europe, is … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — The first World Youth Day to be hosted in a country where Christians are a minority will seek to instill young people with the courage to share … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — While people can get caught up in the pursuit of power and greatness, Jesus teaches that true power is found in the humility of being a servant to … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — Recognizing the spiritual value of devotions connected to Medjugorje, but not ruling on the authenticity of the alleged apparitions or alleged messages from Mary, the Dicastery for … Learn More
ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM SINGAPORE — Asked what a U.S. Catholic given a choice between voting for a person who supports abortion or one who supports closing borders and deporting migrants, … Learn More
DILI, Timor-Leste (CNS) — While their parents and grandparents won the independence of Timor-Leste, the country’s young adults must take up the task of consolidating democratic institutions and responding to … Learn More
TASITOLU, Timor-Leste — While it is tempting to want more money and more power, God works great things through those who know how to make themselves small, Pope Francis told … Learn More
