At Advent retreat, Singapore Catholics urged to see Jesus’ ‘coming’ in the present
In addition to the two comings of Christ – His birth some 2,000 years ago and His second coming at the Last Judgement – there is also a...
Pope Leo XIV: Protecting minors is essential for life of the Church
Addressing the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, Pope Leo XIV encourages their mission to ensure abuse is prevented in...
God wants quiet humility, not showy altruism, Pope says
VATICAN CITY — While all Christians are called to help those in need, they must fight against the temptation of boasting about their gifts of charity to seek attention, Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis to scouts: True joy comes from God’s love, not things
VATICAN CITY — Worldly possessions do not make people happy; only knowing Jesus’ love and having love for others can do that, Pope Francis told a group of Catholic European scouts.
Japanese Church releases theme song for Pope’s visit
“Protect All Life” is the theme and logo of the visit of Pope Francis to Japan, 23 to 26 November. Japanese bishops have now released the theme song of the visit.
A world without nuclear weapons is possible, Pope says in Japan
Saying it is "perverse" to think the threat of nuclear weapons makes the world safer, Pope Francis urged a renewed commitment to disarmament and to the international treaties designed to limit or eliminate nuclear weapons.