VATICAN CITY — As controversy and deep division continued in an Indian archdiocese over the direction the priest faces during the celebration of the liturgy, the Vatican confirmed that Pope Francis named Slovak … Learn More
Allow me to start this column repeating three times a word many Catholics know or have heard: “totus, totus, totus.” It means “everyone”; no exceptions. It evokes wholeness and communion. … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — On the feast of Mary’s assumption into heaven, Pope Francis entrusted to her people’s prayers for peace, especially in Ukraine. “The din of weapons drowns out attempts … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — Having faith does not mean there will be no difficulties in life, either for individuals or for the church as a whole, Pope Francis said, but it … Learn More
Youth spend days at Fátima in service and prayer.
Pope Francis said Wednesday he likes to invoke the Virgin Mary under the title of “Our Lady ‘in haste’” because she is always ready to swiftly intercede for her children’s … Learn More
LISBON, Portugal — Pope Francis asked the 1.5 million young people who attended World Youth Day to take “what God has sown into your hearts” back to their home countries … Learn More
LISBON, Portugal — After spending the evening with Pope Francis in a solemn time of Eucharistic adoration and listening to his message during the outdoor vigil, the energy continued to … Learn More
LISBON, Portugal — To end “Catholic Woodstock” — as World Youth Day has been called by the Portuguese press — Pope Francis told 1.5 million weary-eyed and sleep-deprived young people … Learn More
LISBOA, Portugal — Para terminar el “Woodstock católico” — como ha sido llamada la Jornada Mundial de la Juventud por la prensa portuguesa — el Papa Francisco dijo a 1,5 … Learn More
