Like their Orthodox brothers and sisters, Catholics formally will mark Sept. 1 as the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Pope Francis said.
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Pope: Don’t Be Embarrassed to Confess Sins
Trusting in God’s infinite mercy, people should not be afraid or embarrassed to go to confession, Pope Francis said.
Pope Francis’ Drink Mate Nourishes Body and Soul
Mate is the herbal tea that Pope Francis and millions of people in Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, Brazil and Chile drink regularly.
Ask Israel To Protect Christian Churches
Although Israeli officials have publicly criticized the June arson attack that seriously damaged the Benedictine Church of the Multiplication in Tabgha, anti-Christian violence is not new, said a representative of the religious order.
Trip Offers Insights on How to Greet the Pope
People make special preparations for welcoming a special guest, and watching what worked and did not work in Ecuador, Bolivia and Paraguay may help people preparing for Pope Francis’ visit to the U.S. in September.
Jesus’ Baptismal Site Is Declared Historic
UNESCO declared Bethany Beyond the Jordan, on the eastern side of the Jordan River, as a World Heritage site and the location of Jesus’ baptism.
Pope Urges Mayors to Fight Climate Change
After decades of world leaders trying to set global goals to address climate change and extreme poverty, city mayors gathered at the Vatican to pledge they will take real action.
Vatican Welcomes Nuclear Deal with Iran
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – The Holy See welcomed Iran’s historic nuclear deal and expressed hopes that more future breakthroughs be on the horizon on other issues.
Pope to Study Economy Before Coming to US
Before arriving in the U.S. in September, Pope Francis said, he will study American criticisms of his critiques of the global economy and finance.
Papal Visits Emphasize Poor, Forgotten
Pope Francis did not call for an end to capitalism, but for an end to selfishness, exclusion and an attitude that sees the “unproductive” – whether they are unemployed, elderly or the unborn – as disposable.