Pope to priests: Show Jesus’ truth by being close to the people
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — If Jesus and His truth are to become truly present in today’s world, priests must do what Jesus did and be “street preachers,” going out to encounter and accompany sinners with tenderness and compassion, Pope Francis told the world’s priests.
Young Ohio boy’s wish to meet Pope Francis comes true
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — While many people hope to catch a glimpse of Pope Francis and greet him, 12-year-old Peter Lombardi got something even better than he imagined.
‘Cry out,’ pope tells young people at Palm Sunday Mass
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Celebrating Palm Sunday Mass with thousands of young people, Pope Francis urged them to continue singing and shouting “hosanna” in the world, proclaiming the lordship of Jesus and following His example of outreach to the poor and suffering.
Catholic Charities cares for orphans, welcomes the stranger with CDA support
In 2005, Mimi Condon saw an ad in The Catholic Sun recruiting foster parents.
Imitate St. Pio’s life, don’t forget poor, marginalized, pope says
SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO, Italy (CNS) – Many people admire St. Padre Pio, but too few imitate him, especially in his care for the weak, the sick and those who modern culture treats as disposable, Pope Francis said during Mass at Padre Pio’s shrine.
Pope asks youths to help rejuvenate Church; youths ask Church to listen
ROME (CNS) — The Catholic Church needs the enthusiasm, daring and hope of young people so that it can preach the Gospel energetically and respond to the questions men and women raise today, Pope Francis told some 300 young adults.
The poor, needy are your treasure, pope tells Sant’Egidio Community
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Community of Sant’Egidio’s founding, Pope Francis urged its members to continue to safeguard the poor, the elderly, the young and the excluded.
Sainthood cleared for Blessed Romero
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis has cleared the way for the canonizations of Blesseds Paul VI and Oscar Romero.
Son’s meeting with birth mother who nearly aborted him made into film
As for his adoptive parents, “they’re excited as well to see what happens with the film and to see how many people we can impact.”
How Lent heals [VIDEO]
A quick reflection on three spiritual dysfunctions in us and how prayer, fasting and almsgiving heal each one.
