Pope Francis
Pope Francis
Pope Francis
Strength can be found in frailty of old age, Pope Francis says
Wednesday, June 22, 2022011 VATICAN CITY -- Elderly Christians are called to bear witness to the strength that comes from God, especially when moments of frailty and weakness make them dependent on others, Pope Francis said.
Seek nourishment, satisfaction in Eucharist, Pope Francis says
Tuesday, June 21, 202206 When received with faith, the Eucharist not only nourishes and satisfies one's hunger for consolation and love, but gives Christians the strength to nourish others, Pope Francis said.
Vatican releases suggestions for lengthier, revamped marriage preparation
Saturday, June 18, 2022019 Saying "superficial" marriage preparation programs leave many couples at risk of having invalid marriages or unprepared to cope with the struggles that arise in every marriage, Pope Francis endorsed suggestions for a yearlong "marriage...
Discarding elderly a 'betrayal' of humanity, pope says
Thursday, June 16, 202208 People have a responsibility to care for the elderly and cherish their wisdom rather than regard them as a burden on society, Pope Francis said. Instead of learning from older generations, those who ascribe to the throwaway culture prevalent in...More news
Pope Francis saddened by Pentecost attack in Nigeria
Pope Francis expressed his solidarity and closeness with Catholics in Nigeria after gunmen stormed a church and reportedly killed at least 50 people during a Pentecost Mass.
Monday, June 6, 2022
Shame on those who take advantage of the elderly, ill, pope says
"We are all tempted to hide our vulnerability, to hide our illness, our age and our seniority, because we fear that they are the precursor to our loss of dignity," Pope Francis said June 1 at his weekly general audience in St. Peter's Square. "Do...
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Pope asks Mary, Queen of Peace, to end war in Ukraine and everywhere
After setting white flowers at a statue of Mary, Queen of Peace, Pope Francis prayed the rosary and asked Mary to intercede to bring peace to Ukraine and to every place in the world torn by violent conflict.
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Pope announces new cardinals, including U.S. Bishop McElroy
Pope Francis announced he will create 21 new cardinals Aug. 27, including 68-year-old Bishop Robert W. McElroy of San Diego, California.
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Vatican offers indulgence for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Any Catholic who participates in the celebration July 24 of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly can receive a plenary indulgence, the Vatican announced.
Tuesday, May 31, 2022
Synodality means communion, not 'populism,' pope says
Synodality is not a reorganization of church structures but rather a path of ecclesial communion that seeks to open minds and hearts to the will of the Holy Spirit, Pope Francis said.
Thursday, May 26, 2022