Celebrating Palm Sunday Mass with thousands of young people, Pope Francis urged them to continue singing and shouting “hosanna” in the world, proclaiming the lordship of Jesus and following his example of outreach to the poor and suffering.
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Palm Sunday in Rome
De La Salle Christian Brother Javier Hansen, a youth delegate from the United States participating in the Vatican’s pre-synod meeting, walks in procession at the start of Pope Francis’ celebration of Palm Sunday Mass in St. Peter’s Square.
Family Restaurant Was a Refuge for Blessed Archbishop Romero
Leonor Chacon remembers every emotion she felt March 24, 1980, as if it were yesterday.
China’s Communist Party Steps Up Control of Religion
China’s ruling Communist Party has further stepped up control over all religions, dissolving its long-standing State Administration for Religious Affairs bureau and handing its functions to the party’s United Front Work Department.
Guam Archbishop Removed From Office by Vatican Court
A Vatican tribunal found Archbishop Anthony S. Apuron of Agana, Guam, guilty of some of the accusations made against him, accusations which included the sexual abuse of minors.
Pope to Say Holy Thursday Mass for Inmates
Pope Francis once again will celebrate the Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord’s Supper in a prison and will wash the feet of 12 inmates.
Some Irish Pubs Keep Faith; Will Close on Good Friday
While Irish pubs will be allowed to open and serve alcohol on Good Friday, March 30, for the first time in 91 years, some pub owners have vowed to remain closed for the day and observe the tradition.
Pope Tells New Nuncios to ‘Pray and Offer Sacrifice’
Celebrating the feast of St. Joseph, Pope Francis ordained three new bishops who will serve as papal nuncios, or ambassadors.
Synod Preparations
The Catholic Church needs the enthusiasm, daring and hope of young people so that it can preach the Gospel energetically and respond to the questions men and women raise today, Pope Francis told some 300 young adults.
German Director Makes Film About Pope Francis
After two years working on a documentary about Pope Francis, the noted German filmmaker Wim Wenders said he is most struck by the pope’s courage.