Pope calls pastors to be ‘missionaries of synodality’
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis signed a letter on synodality in the presence of parish priests and urged them to be “missionaries of synodality,” said several of the priests present. … Learn More
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Pope Francis may visit United States in September after UN invitation
If the New York trip occurs, the pope would visit the United Nations during its “Summit of the Future.”
Pope asks lay Catholics to prepare for synod’s ‘prophetic’ stage
VATICAN CITY — The most important outcome of the current Synod of Bishops on synodality is the synodal process itself and not the hot-button topics discussed, Pope Francis said. With … Learn More
Archdiocese releases Synod report, concludes the Church may need more welcoming pastoral approaches
About 360 parishioners, priests, archdiocesan staff, religious, and deacons participated.
Faith, hope, love are antidote to pride, pope says at audience
VATICAN CITY — While the virtues of prudence, justice, fortitude and temperance are the marks of a righteous individual, the virtues of faith, hope and love emphasize a connection to other … Learn More
Nine facts about Catholics in America according to new report
Pew Research releases fact sheet on who Catholics are in the U.S.
A better world can’t be built ‘lying on the couch,’ pope tells children
VATICAN CITY — Peace can spread and grow from “small seeds” like including someone who is left out of an activity, showing concern for someone who is struggling, picking up … Learn More
Major changes in store for Latin Church in U.S. as bishop appointments stall
Explainer : How are bishops chosen?
Vatican offers resources for ‘School of Prayer’ now in session for Holy Year finals
VATICAN CITY — Every important journey should be preceded by adequate preparation, and the run-up to the Holy Year 2025 is no exception. Pope Francis asked Catholics to get ready … Learn More
Seek contact with nature to change polluting lifestyles, pope says
Humanity must have more direct contact with nature to counter the modern lifestyles that are destroying the planet, Pope Francis said. Respecting and loving the earth as well as seeking … Learn More