The Vatican announced on Friday, March 31, that after spending two days in the hospital, and given his most recent test results, Pope Francis is doing well and is expected to return to the Vatican in time for Holy Week.
Author: Christine
Pope Responding to Treatment for Bronchitis, Vatican Says
At the end of Pope Francis’ first full day in Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he is being treated for bronchitis, the Vatican said he is doing well and is responding to treatment, and spent his afternoon resting and in prayer.
Parents Urged To Be First To Explain To Their Children What Happened When A Traumatic Event Occurs
When traumatic events happen, like the recent Nashville school shooting, it’s important for parents to explain to their children what has happened, said Melissa Smith, the program coordinator of school counseling and HOPE Clinical Services for Catholic Charities, Diocese of Nashville.
Diocese of Brooklyn Churches Open for Confession on Reconciliation Monday
Bishop Robert Brennan in partnership with Cardinal Timothy Dolan of the Archdiocese of New York and Bishop John Barres of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, invites Catholics to confession on Reconciliation Monday, which will be held this year on Monday, April 3.
Uvalde’s Long Road To Recovery From Mass Shooting May Offer Some Insights For Nashville Community
It has been 10 months since a lone gunman with a high-powered weapon entered Robb Elementary School in Uvalde and took the lives of 19 children and two teachers, and things are far from normal.
West Virginia Governor Signs Funding Bill For Pregnancy Help Centers
Republican West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice March 29 signed into law a measure supporters say will help mothers both during and after pregnancy.
Vatican Says Pope Francis Improving, Was Back at Work After Breakfast
The Vatican announced Thursday, March 30, that Pope Francis, after being admitted to the hospital the previous day for a respiratory infection, was showing signs of improvement and had spent the morning working and in prayer.
The Health History of Pope Francis
As Pope Francis continues to recover from his respiratory infection in Rome, his health issues and age have raised concern for many in the Catholic community.
Bishop Brennan to Lead Prayers for Pope Francis During Lenten Pilgrimage Stop
Bishop Robert Brennan will be holding a rosary service Wednesday evening at Corpus Christi Church, Woodside with intentions towards Pope Francis’ recovery from illness.
Faith & Identity: The History Behind Coptic Cross Tattoos
In Egypt, it’s very common to find cross tattoos on the wrists of Coptic Christians, who are 12% to 15% of Egypt’s population. Such a tattoo symbolizes a long history of bloody persecution and is a statement of resistance and a testimony to strong faith.