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CIUDAD JUÁREZ ― There was lots of excitement as I drove with my family to Ciudad Juárez yesterday afternoon. For my family, this trip was three-fold. First, I am covering Pope Francis’ visit to this city. Secondly, we’re coming as pilgrims. And lastly, I’m coming home — my mother grew up in Juárez, and I’m staying with my aunt.

As we approach the annual Gospel reading of the Holy Family's flight into Egypt, here's an uplifting look at some of today's refugees.

Enjoy some Christmas messages from our Catholic places of learning plus one parish

"Firelight," one of Matt Maher's latest songs, was inspired by the experience and legacy of Mother Teresa whose biographical film hits theaters Dec. 4.

When we visit a cemetery, there's often substantially more buried there who we don't know than who we do know leaving ample room for reflection on their role in God's divine plan.

A dozen or so priests and women religious silently kicked it off a bit early on St. Vincent de Paul's main campus.

Don't miss a minute of Pope Francis' historic U.S. visit or the World Meeting of Families!

The Holy Father lands on U.S. soil Sept. 22. Check out where he will be and when and key into how to follow his apostolic journey virtually.

His departure is in a few hours. Want to follow Pope Francis on his apostolic journey? The Catholic Sun has some suggestions.

Looking for a New Year's resolution, no matter how informal? Does it involve exercise? Becoming a stronger Catholic? Good news! You can do both at once!