Share the Gospel with joy, pope tells Indonesia’s church workers
JAKARTA, Indonesia — The Christian call to share the Gospel is not about trying to win converts at all costs, but about living in a way that exudes Christian joy … Learn More
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Migrant morality: Pope doubles down on message of acceptance
VATICAN CITY — As immigration becomes an increasingly hot-button political issue in the United States and Europe, Pope Francis again underscored the moral weight of how migrants are treated, hammering … Learn More
Adoration anchors one’s life in Jesus, pope says
VATICAN CITY — The best way to ensure evangelization is about Jesus and not about oneself is to spend time in prayer and especially in Eucharistic adoration, Pope Francis told … Learn More
Vatican approves devotion at site of Marian apparition in Spain
VATICAN CITY — Devotions at a Marian shrine in Spain that communicate Mary’s “close and affectionate presence” can and should continue, the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith said. … Learn More
Christians are called to spread ‘fragrance of Christ,’ pope says
VATICAN CITY — Cleansed from original sin by baptism, Christians are called to spread the “good fragrance of Christ” throughout the world by their kind actions and joyful attitudes, Pope … Learn More
Eucharist satisfies hunger for hope, truth, salvation, pope says
VATICAN CITY — When receiving the Eucharist, Catholics should respond with gratitude and awe that Jesus offers himself as nourishment and salvation, Pope Francis said. Jesus “becomes true food and true drink,” … Learn More
On Assumption, pope entrusts war-torn countries to Mary’s care
VATICAN CITY — Mary is not a “motionless wax statue,” but a disciple who wants to share the good news of Jesus with everyone and reaches out to help and comfort … Learn More
Life’s ‘final exam’ will be on care for poor, pope says
VATICAN CITY — God will not judge people by how many university degrees they earned, but by how well they cared for the poor, Pope Francis told a group of … Learn More
What does a general audience with Pope Francis consist of?
On Aug. 7, Pope Francis resumed general audiences at the Vatican after a brief and normal pause during the month of July. The following is an explanation of the nature … Learn More
In times of trial know that nothing is impossible for God, pope says
VATICAN CITY — Each Christian and the whole Catholic Church must hold fast to the promise that “nothing is impossible for God,” especially when facing difficulties, Pope Francis said. Resuming his weekly … Learn More