Pope’s January prayer intention: ‘for the right to an education’
Pope Francis' monthly prayer intention this January is for "the right to an education." The Pope invited the Church to pray for this...
Ecumenical Prayer for the Reunification of two Koreas on 15 August
The World Council of Churches (WCC) is inviting its member Churches and all people of good will to observe the annual Sunday of Prayer for the Peaceful Reunification of the Korean Peninsula on 15 August.
Abuse, Ratzinger: ‘Shame, sorrow, heartfelt request for forgiveness’
In a letter to the faithful of Munich, the Pope Emeritus speaks of clerical pedophilia, taking his cue from the words "mea maxima culpa" repeated at Mass...
At Baptism Mass Pope recalls importance of preserving Christian identity
Celebrating the morning Mass in the majestic beauty of the Sistine Chapel, Pope Francis personally administered the Sacrament of Baptism on sixteen infants, nine girls and seven boys...
Pope’s intention for October: that women have greater leadership roles in the Church
Pope Francis releases a video message accompanying his prayer intention for October, the missionary month, in which he calls for the promotion of greater integration of the lay faithful, especially women, in areas of responsibility in the Church.
15 spiritual ailments to avoid – according to Pope Francis
LOS ANGELES, CA — Listing 15 spiritual ailments, Pope Francis warned the Curia to be on their guard and to ask for God's forgiveness. He...