Christ’s birth can bring peace, hope to suffering world, pope says
Where God is born, so is hope and peace, with no room for hatred and war, Pope Francis said in his Christmas message.
World Peace Day concert at Vatican features Scottsdale youth
Three youth choirs from St. Bernard of Clairvaux in Scottsdale said no words would suffice in describing their recent performance for Pope Francis, even though they sang in three languages.
Jesus does not give up on anyone, pope tells prisoners
ROME (CNS) — Before washing the feet of 12 prisoners, Pope Francis told them and hundreds of inmates to remember that Jesus constantly stands before them with love, ready to cleanse their sins and forgive them.
Cardinal: Delay in vote on abuse response proposals a ‘bump in the road’
BALTIMORE (CNS) — A Vatican-requested delay in adopting practices that are expected to boost accountability among U.S. bishops in their response to clergy sex abuse is a “bump in the road,” said the president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.
WYD pilgrims try to grasp the grimness of death at Auschwitz camps
"It's amazing (that) you're walking in the suffering. In the silence you hear the stumbling, the falling, the crying of the people," one pilgrim said.
America is embracing life — keep it up!
What better time to remind ourselves of the value of life than at Lent, when the message of sacrificing for others beckons us to see and respect the value of all humanity.
Fall sports wraps us with state titles, various honors
Two Catholic school swim and dive teams captured state titles following unusual seasons with others fighting long and hard for their accomplishments.
Red Mass, Irish music and more
Red Mass to usher in legislative session; Irish sounds abound; Pastoral Appointments; Diocesan podcasts now streaming Saturdays; Events for women.
Everyday saints build their faith on the rock of Christ, pope says
"Everyday saints" are those for whom faith is not just about appearances, who do not go around strutting like peacocks, but who live God's love even in the midst of struggle, Pope Francis said.
Reminders of mercy, restored dignity grace bishop’s ‘State of Church’ address
Five cantors from Ss. Simon and Jude Cathedral offered not just an audible, but a visual preview of the address which comprehensively shared how God's rich mercy is at work locally.
