Lent comes ‘to reawaken us,’ pope says at Ash Wednesday Mass
ROME (CNS) — Lent is meant to wake up Christians and help them see that God can give them the strength to change their...
Priest’s ministry helps kids overcome trauma of living on the streets
A group of young boys scurried about their cottage completing household chores, all part of the normal daily routine at the House and Treasure of St. Martin de Porres.
Pope: Anointing the sick doesn’t bring bad luck, it brings Jesus
Never hesitate to call a priest to bless and anoint sick or elderly family members, Pope Francis said. The sacrament brings Jesus closer to those in need, strengthening their faith and hope.
Go directly to confession, don’t wait, pope says at audience
If you haven't been to confession recently, don't wait, Pope Francis told people at his weekly general audience. One may walk into the confessional with a heavy heart, but forgiveness brings freedom and lightness.
"If a lot of time has passed, don't lose even one more day. Go," the pope said Feb. 19
Mass to pray for persecuted Church in Middle East
Bishop Nevares will celebrate a Mass Feb. 16 at St. Anne Church in Gilbert to pray for the persecuted Christians of the Middle East.
‘Troublemaker’ pope reshaping church, but drawing some skepticism
As early on as it is for the pontificate of Pope Francis, his statements and actions already have given guidance for how simple changes can improve the world, said panelists at Georgetown University.
New complications in executions bring new death penalty discussions
WASHINGTON (CNS) -- International law, the risk of using inhumane methods of execution and opposition to capital punishment by the survivors of murder victims...
Pope at audience: Make sure your children are confirmed
Many Catholic parents go to great lengths to ensure their children are baptized, and they must make similar efforts to see that their children are confirmed, Pope Francis said.
‘Positive feedback’ reported in bid to curb Super Bowl sex trafficking
A lot of "positive feedback" has been reported from hotels expecting an influx of visitors for the Feb. 2 Super Bowl with regard to efforts to curb human trafficking -- primarily sex trafficking -- surrounding the event.
Pope Francis makes cover of ‘Rolling Stone’
Rolling Stone features the Holy Father in new cover story: "Pope Francis: The Times They Are A-Changin'"
