Commentary by Susan Brinkmann, OCDS
The Vatican has put its stamp of approval on the graffiti on the wall of a building in Rome which depicts Pope Francis as a super hero.
Category Archives: Pope
Pope Francis May Visit US in 2015
Reliable sources say Pope Francis may make his first visit to the United States in 2015 when he joins the World Meeting of Families which will be held in Philadelphia in September of that year.
Pope: Communication is a Network of People, Not Wires
On this memorial of St. Francis de Sales, patron saint of communicators, Pope Francis released his message for the 48th World Day of Communication, calling for the various media resources to remember that they are a network not of wires, but of people.
Pope Calls for End to Christian Divisions
Pope Francis dedicated yesterday’s general audience catechesis to plead for unity during this Week for Christian Unity, which ends on Saturday, the feast of the Conversion of St. Paul.
Pope: Persecution Makes Us Stronger!
Hostility toward Christians is growing around the world, but it need not discourage us; rather, persecution can purify and strengthen us.
Pope Calls for Discernment of Spirits
Pope Francis appealed to Christians to be more vigilant about what they allow into their hearts and to “test the spirits” in order to avoid falling victim to the false prophets of our time.
Pope: Holy Cunning Helps Us Avoid a Mediocre Life
While celebrating the Feast of the Epiphany yesterday, Pope Francis encouraged the faithful to develop a “holy cunning” – a spiritual shrewdness that will help them discern danger, steer them toward the good and help them avoid living a mediocre life.
Pope Francis Issues Urbi et Orbi Address
Pope Francis’ issued his first Urbi et Orbi address at Christmas to implore the world to pray for true peace, for the suffering victims of war and persecution, especially the most vulnerable of all – the little children.
Pope Francis Scores High Marks from Americans
A new poll conducted by a secular news organization has found that an astonishing 88 percent of Americans approve of the way Pope Francis is leading the Church.
Pope: Birth of Jesus is Not a Fairy Tale!
While addressing children at the Vatican the other day, Pope Francis reminded the world that the birth of Jesus is not a fairytale.
