Jesuit Fr. Swamy: A caged bird sings for his birthday in prison
As Fr Stan Swamy celebrates his 84th birthday in an Indian prison cell, numerous Church leaders call for his release, with his fellow Jesuits saying “a caged bird still can sing.”
Pope at Mass: Priestly ordination ‘a gift of service’
Pope Francis celebrates Mass on Good Shepherd Sunday, and ordains 9 men to the priesthood for the Diocese of Rome.
Vatican dedicates May to global rosary ‘marathon’ for end of COVID-19
The Vatican has announced a rosary initiative dedicating the month of May to prayer for an end to the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope on Earth Day: “It is time to act!”
Pope Francis calls for urgency in joint efforts on the path towards protecting our planet, in two separate video messages for Earth Day 2021.
US Bishops call for racial healing in wake of Chauvin verdict
US Bishops advocate for peace, healing, and reconciliation following a verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, convicted for the tragic death of George Floyd last year.
First World Day for Grandparents and Elderly scheduled for 25 July
The Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life announces the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly under the theme “I am with you always”.