Pope adds more women scholars to biblical commission
Renewing the membership of the Pontifical Biblical Commission, a body of scholars that engages in research for the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, Pope Francis added two more women experts.
Love is clearest sign of faith, pope says in homily for Christian unity
Abiding in God’s love means nurturing one’s relationship with him and with all those whom God loves, Pope Francis wrote in his homily for the conclusion of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.
God’s word is ‘a love letter to us’ to be read every day, pope says
Unable to preside over Mass on the Sunday of the Word of God because of a recurring bout of sciatica, Pope Francis’ homily was read by Archbishop Rino Fisichella, head of the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelization, which coordinates the annual celebration.
Cardinal Czerny outlines role of ‘Fratelli Tutti’ in consecrated life
Even though Pope Francis’ encyclical “Fratelli Tutti” is not aimed specifically at vowed religious, those in religious life can link its themes to the Second Vatican Council, a leading Vatican official told the Conference of Major Superiors of Men.
Popes Francis, Benedict receive their first doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Both Pope Francis and Pope Benedict XVI have received the first dose of the vaccine against COVID-19 after the Vatican started vaccinating its employees and residents Jan. 13.
Praising God purifies the soul, is like breathing ‘pure oxygen,’ pope says
It may seem illogical, but Christians are called to give God praise — not complaints — in times of darkness and difficulty, Pope Francis said.
Popes Francis, Benedict XVI in line for vaccination against COVID-19
The Vatican began vaccinating its employees and residents against COVID-19 Jan. 13, giving priority to its health care workers, security personnel, employees who deal with the public and older residents, employees and retirees. Both Pope Francis and retired Pope Benedict XVI said they planned to receive the vaccine.
In message for World Sick Day, pope calls for health care for all
Praising those who help the sick and praying for those who are sick, Pope Francis called on Christians to practice what they preach, including by guaranteeing equal access to health care for all people.
Pope says he was ‘astonished’ by violence at Capitol
Pope Francis offered prayers for the people of the United States “shaken by the recent siege on Congress” and prayed for the five people who lost their lives “in those dramatic moments” when protesters stormed the Capitol Jan. 6.
Pope amends canon law so women can be installed as lectors, acolytes
Pope Francis ordered a change to canon law and liturgical norms so that women could be formally installed as lectors and acolytes.
