Pope says Year of Mercy will be time to heal, to help, to forgive
Mercy is what makes God perfect and all-powerful, Pope Francis said in his document officially proclaiming the 2015-2016 extraordinary Holy Year of Mercy.
‘Priest for a Day’ is a wish come true for 11-year-old Missouri boy
Make-A-Wish requests often involve meeting athletes, attending sporting events or traveling to amusement parks or beaches.
Bishops object to death penalty as punishment in Boston bomber case
As the trial of Boston Marathon bombing defendant Dzhokhar Tsarnaev went to the jury April 6, the Catholic bishops of Massachusetts released a statement reiterating the church's teaching on the death penalty.
Share Easter joy, defend persecuted Christians, pope says
Christians live the joy of the Resurrection when they share a smile with someone, weep with those who mourn and defend the rights of those persecuted for their faith, Pope Francis said.
Humility is key to understanding Easter, sharing its joy, pope says
To enter Christ's empty tomb like the disciples and see that he has risen, Christians today also must "bend down," Pope Francis said in his Easter message.
Pope to priests: Exhaustion is part of ministry; find renewal in Christ
Priestly ministry is hard, sometimes lonely or dangerous work serving the neediest with an open, vulnerable heart, Pope Francis told the world's priests. But priests need to learn how to draw strength from their flock and their love for God.
Pope says a ‘good Easter’ requires making Jesus’ passion one’s own
Christians must "enter into the mystery" of the Easter Triduum and make Jesus' feelings and attitudes their own, Pope Francis said.
Imitate Jesus’ humility and service, pope says at Palm Sunday Mass
From modern-day martyrs to those who quietly care for the sick or elderly, Pope Francis remembered all those who "sacrifice themselves daily," following Jesus in serving others and giving witness to the Gospel.
President, first lady to welcome Pope Francis to White House Sept. 23
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama will welcome Pope Francis to the White House Sept. 23.
Group tends to spiritual needs, shares the good news at spring training
The crack of the bat is a sure sign of spring, one that calls an attorney to the field with a set of hat and gear that helps players, coaches and trainers follow the laws of Christ.
