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
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
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
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis visited an amusement park an hour outside of Rome to greet workers, their families and the two nuns providing pastoral care there. Sister Geneviève Jeanningros, … Learn More
Pope Francis celebrated a liturgy with tens of thousands of altar servers packed in St. Peter’s Square for a special audience on Tuesday evening, reminding them that Jesus Christ is … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — Many elderly people risk feeling an increasingly unbearable sense of loneliness, especially during summer, Pope Francis said. “Let us say ‘no’ to the loneliness of the elderly! Our … Learn More
VATICAN CITY — Any Catholic who participates in the celebration July 28 of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly can receive a plenary indulgence, the Vatican announced. “Grandparents, the elderly … Learn More
The newly released working document for the Synod on Synodality offers inspiration, while revealing the journey is far from over in realizing the fullness of the church’s mission, experts told OSV News.
The newly releases priests were held in Russian captivity for more than 19 months.
The Vatican published the “Brother Sun” letter on June 26.
