Pope Francis condemned the use of chemical weapons after a deadly attack killed dozens of innocent men, women and children in Syria.
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Pope: Holiness Happens in Everyday Events
God calls all Christians to be saints – not plastic statues of saints, but real people who make time for prayer and who show loving care for others in the simplest gestures, Pope Francis said in his new document on holiness.
Exhortation’s Pro-Life Stance Garners Mixed Reactions
While Pope Francis’ new apostolic exhortation, “Gaudete et Exsultate,” is broadly focused on holiness in everyday life, that won’t prevent various constituencies from reading the document through their own specific lens. One group that may feel especially challenged is the pro-life movement, since the pontiff makes a point of saying that the lives of the poor and of immigrants are as “equally sacred” as unborn lives.
Reliance on Conscience Is Not a New Moral Principle
Pope Francis has my admiration because I hear the voice of love speaking through him. He always stresses God’s infinite mercy.
Pope on Easter: Death Is Not the Last Word
Easter makes it clear that in the life of Jesus, but also in the lives of modern men and women, “death, solitude and fear” do not have the last word, Pope Francis said before giving his Easter blessing.
Young People Will Write Pope’s Way of the Cross
During this year dedicated to the younger generations, Pope Francis asked that the meditations for his Good Friday service be written by young people.
On Palm Sunday, Pope Asks Youth ‘Not To Keep Quiet’
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.
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.