Return with tears to God’s loving embrace during Lent, pope says
Lent is a journey of purification and penance, a movement that should bring one tearfully back to the loving arms of the merciful Father, Pope Francis said at an Ash Wednesday Mass that began with a procession on Rome's Aventine Hill.
Jordan bank of river where Jesus baptized declared UNESCO heritage site
Three popes have visited Jordan's eastern shore as a sign of the Catholic Church's official recognition of the site known as Bethany Beyond the Jordan.
Bring peace on earth and in hearts by going to confession, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Head to confession so Christmas can be a time of peace in your hearts, Pope Francis told Vatican employees and their families.
As Islamic State steps up attacks, Christian leaders call for help
Christian leaders again called for help for Assyrian Christians as Islamic State militants stepped up their attacks against their towns in northern Syria.
Pope says he left U.S. praying for, impressed by its people
ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM PHILADELPHIA (CNS) — As the American Airlines plane taking him to Rome from Philadelphia took off, Pope Francis said he pictured the faces of all the people he met, and he prayed for them.
Amid threat of war, world must not give up hope, pope tells diplomats
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VATICAN CITY — Hope is the virtue needed to approach the coming year, especially when the looming threat of war surrounds a humanity scarred...
Pope calls for end to economic exploitation, power-hungry church
A divine Christ reflects a very human gaze of humility and selflessness, and he insists his disciples follow the beatitudes like he did, the pope said.
Burlington Diocese to celebrate Year of Creation in 2017
Scientists, activists and people of faith are assisting with the initiative and a forthcoming website will help Catholics in any diocese.
Homeless shelter volunteers put wheels in motion, create Spokes 4 Hope
Program volunteers fixed 127 bikes within a three-month span and continue to give people back the mobility that they need.
Living by church’s calendar at home draws families closer to saints, Mass
For some Catholic families, the liturgical "New Year" is tied to special traditions at home. This year the first Sunday is Dec. 3.
