God’s mercy is extended to everyone
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, St. John Paul II, in his encyclical Dives in Misericordia (Rich in Mercy), reminds us that mercy is a distinguishing characteristic of the Jewish and … Learn More
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Paschal Triduum brings us close to the Lord, sharing in His passion, death, resurrection
Each year, the Church gives us the opportunity to share in the passion, death and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ through our celebration of the liturgies for Holy Thursday, … Learn More
For 10 years, Pope Francis has challenged us to move beyond our comfort zones
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, On March 13, Pope Francis celebrated the 10th anniversary of his election as Bishop of Rome. In the decade that has passed, we … Learn More
The relationship between Lenten penance and our synodal journey
In his latest newsletter, Cardinal Tobin asks us to commit to listening to our brothers and sisters, while manifesting our Lenten prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.
Let us prepare for the Synodal journey of Lent
In his latest newsletter, Cardinal Tobin outlines how synodality is a way of being a Church as well as a Lenten virtue.
Cardinal Tobin reflects on the role of consecrated women, men
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Yesterday, February 2, the Church celebrated the annual World Day for Consecrated Life. Instituted by St. John Paul II in 1997, this celebration … Learn More
Follow Mary’s example and draw close to Jesus
In his latest newsletter, Cardinal Tobin points out that God’s closeness to us is seen most perfectly in Mary, the virgin mother of Jesus Christ.
Cardinal Tobin reflects on Advent as a time of profound hope
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, Advent is a time of longing and of profound hope. We long for justice, peace, and unity among all members of God’s family. … Learn More
In latest newsletter, Cardinal Tobin reflects on gratitude and the many gifts we receive
November is often called Gratitude Month.
Engage in respectful dialogue with those with different perspectives
My dear sisters and brothers in Christ, The multi-year synodal process that we are engaged in as members of the Universal Church commits us to a threefold witness of encounter, … Learn More