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.
Varied paths bring thousands into Catholic Church at Easter Vigil
Who was Jesus? Why do we need a pope? How were we made by God? All of these are good questions that anyone considering becoming Catholic might ask. But the questions are even more poignant when they come from a young man who grew up where one who believes in God is a sign of weakness.
Oils consecrated at chrism Mass central to church’s sacraments, rituals
From Jerusalem to Rome to parishes around the world, the pope and local bishops will soon carry out the annual custom of preparing and distributing to churches the holy oils.
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.
During shroud display, Turin reaches out to women who have aborted
The public display of the Shroud of Turin aims to promote conversion and healing, especially post-abortive healing.
Papal ecology: Protecting all God’s creatures, respecting God’s plan
For Pope Francis, safeguarding creation by protecting plants and animals, or by ensuring the air, water and land will support human life for generations to come is only part of the task.
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.
Archbishop: ‘Use energy’ of Selma anniversary to heal today’s divisions
An Alabama church commemorated its role in the final steps of the civil rights march to Montgomery 50 years ago with a special Mass.
Not just pretty pictures: Church art is catechetical storybook of faith
Having so much world-famous art housed in Rome's churches and chapels has risked turning the city's sacred spaces into sightseer circuses.
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.
