During his annual address to the Vatican’s Diplomatic Corps, Pope Francis urged European nations to “find the right balance between its two-fold responsibility” to protect its citizens and to welcome refugees.
A new 100-page book entitled The Name of God is Mercy, which contains a series of interviews with Pope Francis on the subject of mercy, is being released in 86 countries tomorrow.
In spite of serious terrorist threats against him, Pope Francis is refusing to wear bullet-proof clothing or to use an armored vehicle during Christmas celebrations.
Pope Francis says conversion is not just for atheists, but for all of us, and hopes we will use the Year of Mercy to deepen our commitment to Jesus Christ.
The Pope addressed several hot-button issues during his flight home from Africa yesterday, such as the use of condoms to prevent the spread of AIDS, religious fundamentalism, and the latest Vatican leak scandal.
In Wednesday’s General Audience in St. Peter’s Square, Pope Francis stressed the importance of togetherness in Catholic families, exhorting the faithful to eat together at home, and at the table of the Lord.
Since news broke on Monday about the Pope meeting with Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis who chose jail rather than issue same-sex marriage licenses, the secular media is apoplectic over the destruction of the fairytales they created about the Holy Father’s supposed liberal bend.
Pope Francis offered candid reflections about his five-day visit to the United States, saying that he was impressed by the warmth of the American people, and was especially touched by their piety.
Independence Hall in PhiladelphiaStanding before the birthplace of America, Independence Hall in Philadelphia, Pope Francis delivered a powerful address about the fundamental right of religious freedom while calling upon the immigrant population to “be responsible citizens.”
Our Lady Queen of Angels school in East Harlem, NYCommentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
Pope Francis made the most of his short visit to New York City, bringing the love of Christ into focus for those who struggle to find Him through the everyday hardships and complexities of life.
