Pontifical Mission Societies launches fund for quake victims in Turkey, Syria
As Pope Francis continues to express his concern for Turkey and Syria following two massive earthquakes, the Pontifical Mission Societies...
Pope at Mass: The Lord’s gratuitousness makes the desert bloom
Evoking the prophecy of Isaiah, the pope dwelt on the blooming of the desert, reminding Christians that God is capable of changing everything, gratuitously. God saves us for free, but we sin when we desire to save ourselves.
Pope Francis: Elderly have a role in God’s saving plan
Participants at a conference on the pastoral care of the elderly were received in audience by Pope Francis on Friday. In his address, the Holy Father invites the Church to “change her pastoral attitudes in order to respond to the presence of so many elderly people in families and communities”.
Pope to Papuans: God draws close to those who feel far away
At Sunday Mass in Port Moresby, Pope Francis says that those on the margins of society are united with God and with their fellow humans.
Pope’s presence in South Sudan marks unique moment in time
Pope Francis wrapped up his visit to the East African nation on Sunday. He ended the long-awaited and postponed journey with words of...
Vatican’s Deepavali message: Let’s join hands as children of God
The Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue sends well wishes to those celebrating the Hindu feast of Deepavali, and invites Christians...