Saying that retired Pope Benedict XVI was “very sick,” Pope Francis asked people to offer special prayers for him. “I would like to ask all of you for a special prayer for emeritus Pope Benedict,” Pope Francis said at the end of his weekly general audience on Dec. 28.
Author: Christine
Listen to the Cries of the Newborn Prince of Peace, Pope Francis Says on Christmas
With the birth of Jesus, God became flesh to share the joys and sorrows, hopes and fears of all people, especially the poor and those living daily amid danger, Pope Francis said in his Christmas message.
CNS Reflects on 100 Years of Service
Catholic News Service turned 100 years old in 2020. Unfortunately, our birthdate coincided with the start of a worldwide pandemic, and many of our celebration plans were canceled. A highlight, however, was Pope Francis meeting with the CNS Rome staff in February 2021 to mark the anniversary.
Marking the Miracle Birth in a Manger
The poem is by English poet Mary Coleridge and is entitled Salus Mundi.
Letters to the Editor Week of Dec. 24, 2022
According to Our Lady of Fatima; Remembering Msgr. Michael J. Cantley; Pledge to Be His True Disciples; The Young Search for Connection; Thank You, Bishop Brennan
Obituaries, Week of Dec. 24, 2022
Father Christopher T. Cashman; Sister Margaret John Kelly
A Special Slice of Extra-Ordinary Time
This past year, several couples near and dear to me welcomed new infants to their delighted families. Each time, I wrote a note to welcome the child, congratulate the parents, and wish the happy family much joy and love in their lives together. I always end these notes with a wish that the family enjoys this very special time in their lives as they get to know each other.
This Christmas, Remember Oppressed Catholics
As Christians and Catholics in the diocese prepare to celebrate our Lord’s birth, there are millions of our faithful throughout the world who have a very different Christmas memory and reality.
Pandemic-Era Border Policy Allowed to Stay in Place For Now
Chief Justice John Roberts temporarily stopped the Biden administration from ending a pandemic-related border restriction with a one-page order Dec. 19.
Laicized Pro-Life Firebrand Accuses Bishop Zurek of ‘Constant Lies,’ Vows to Press On
Frank Pavone, long a controversial figure in American Catholicism for his unconventional pro-life advocacy who was recently laicized by the Vatican, has accused his bishop of abuse of authority and “constant lies,” saying he has no intention of quitting his ministry.
