Church grants plenary indulgence for year of St Joseph
The Apostolic Penitentiary issues a Decree granting plenary indulgences for the year of St. Joseph proclaimed by Pope Francis on Tuesday. The special year will last from 8 December 2020 to 8 December 2021.
Pope Francis proclaims “Year of St Joseph”
With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church.
Vatican publishes guide to assist Bishops in promoting Christian unity
The Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity publishes a guidebook to encourage and assist Catholic Bishops in fulfilling their ecumenical responsibilities.
“New norm” Confessions in unprecedented times
The social distancing measures imposed during the coronavirus pandemic have not only prevented Catholics from going in person to celebrate the Mass, but have also largely put a stop to the practice of Confession.
Pope Francis: Ask God for the gift of conversion in Advent
We should ask God for the gift of conversion this Advent, Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Sunday.
Cardinal Sim: Brunei Church has something to share with older Churches
According to newly-created Cardinal Cornelius Sim of Brunei, young Catholic communities, such as his, could have something to share with Churches in traditionally Christian countries about how to live the faith, without drawing attention.