Jesus pursues brokenness to offer healing, pope’s catechesis says
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Jesus seeks out people in their woundedness and isolation to offer healing and hope, even…
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Safeguarding is essential to being faithful to Gospel, papal message says
byBy Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Those who work to keep children and vulnerable adults safe are serving and honoring Christ,…
Pope knew he ‘might not make it,’ physician says
byBy Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service ROME — For Pope Francis’ medical team at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, Feb. 28 was the worst day. “For…
As Pope Francis leaves hospital, his almoner and doctors bring medical care to migrants
byBy Paulina Guzik, OSV NewsOSV News The same day Pope Francis was discharged from Rome’s Gemelli hospital after a five-week stay for treatment for…
Pope to return to Vatican, prescribed to continue rest, doctors announce
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis will return to his residence in the Vatican March 23 after spending 38…
Pope Francis’ 12-year papacy examined for impact on migration
byBy Kate Scanlon, OSV News WASHINGTON — Catholic theologians and other experts discussed the impact of Pope Francis’ pontificate on issues, particularly migration, as…
Facing fear with Jesus can set faithful free, pope’s catechesis says
byBy Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Change can be frightening, but the Holy Spirit encourages the faithful to face their fears,…
In letter, pope appeals to communicators to assist peacemakers by disarming words
byBy Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service ROME — People in the world of news and communications need to understand the full importance of words,…
Pope has reduced need for overnight supplemental oxygen, Vatican says
byBy Justin McLellan, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis spent the night without a breathing mask, the Vatican press office said March…
Saints for Kids — How to celebrate the solemnity of St. Joseph
byFeast day: March 19 St. Joseph is the husband of Mary and the father of Jesus. He has many titles, such as “Head of…