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“Let us stand together to build a good future”: Pioneer Bishop of South Sudan’s Newest Catholic Diocese at Installation
The pioneer Local Ordinary of the Catholic Diocese of Bentiu that was recently erected in South Sudan has urged the people of God in his Episcopal See to foster collaboration, working together towards the building of a future characterized with hope.
Pope Francis: True faith Opens the Mind and the Heart
“Brothers and sisters, when faith and prayer are true, they open the mind and the heart; they do not close them,” Pope Francis said on Aug. 11.
Pope Francis Conveys "message of hope" to Chinese Catholics, Desire to Visit China
“It seems tautological to send a message of hope to people who are masters of waiting,” Francis said. “The Chinese are masters of patience, masters of waiting.”
Vatican Announces Theme for World Day of Peace 2025
“Forgive Us Our Trespasses, Grant Us Your Peace” is the theme chosen by Pope Francis for the next World Day of Peace.
Ahead of Installation, Pioneer Bishop for South Sudan’s Newest Catholic Diocese Seeks to Spearhead “bridges” for Unity
The Pioneer Catholic Bishop of Bentiu Diocese that was recently erected in South Sudan has expressed optimism in realizing unity among the people of God in his Episcopal See that covers the country’s Unity State.
Pope Francis: ‘All things are possible’ when we invite God into our lives
Francis’ reflections marked his fifth catechesis on the theme “The Spirit and the Bride: The Holy Spirit Guides the People of God toward Jesus Our Hope.”
Pope Francis Celebrates "Miracle of the Snow" at Basilica of St. Mary Major
A shower of white rose petals fell from the basilica’s ceiling symbolizing the miracle promised by Our Lady.
Pope at Angelus: "Material things do not give fullness to life"
“Material things do not give fullness to life,” Pope Francis said in his Angelus address Sunday. “They are important but they do not fill life. Only love can do that.”
Pope Francis: Reading Literature Can Enrich the Christian Life, Aid in Priestly Formation
Reading, the pope insists, should not be approached with an arduous or rigid “sense of duty,” but rather with a flexibility, openness, and “readiness to learn.”
Pope Francis: What Would Happen if We Prayed More and Complained Less?
Pope Francis invited the faithful to ask the Lord for “the grace to know how to pray for one another.”
Pope Francis Acknowledges Conference for "LGBT Catholics"
Pope Francis this week said he is “united in prayer” with those participating in a conference for Catholics who identify as LGBT taking place this weekend.
This is Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for the Month of August
Pope Francis’ prayer intention for the month of August is for political leaders.
Pope Francis Makes Surprise Visit to Amusement Park
According to the Holy See Press Office, the pontiff visited Sister Geneviève Jeanningros, who has been serving homosexuals and “transgender” people for 56 years.
Pope Tells Altar Servers Jesus is with them in "that act of love which is the Eucharist"
Following the Gospel reading from Matthew, the Holy Father reflected on how, with Jesus, they too can overcome fears and doubts amid life’s difficulties.
Pope Francis Expresses Closeness with “sorely tried population” of Southern Ethiopia following Deadly Landslides
Pope Francis has expressed his solidarity with the people of Gofa Zone in the Southern part of Ethiopia who lost their loved ones in the deadly July 21 and July 22 landslides.
Pope Proposes Three Gestures from Gospel Miracle to Live at Mass
The pope pointed out “offering, giving thanks, and sharing” as highlights of the miracle recounted in the Gospel of John.
“I shall build on the good work of my predecessors”, First-Ever Resident Apostolic Nuncio to South Sudan
The recently appointed first-ever resident Apostolic Nuncio to South Sudan is hoping to build his diplomatic service on the “good work” that other Vatican diplomats have accomplished in the East-Central African nation.
"Win the medal of fraternity": Pope Francis and Holy See Sports Association to Olympic Athletes
Pope Francis and Athletica Vaticana have invited all athletes participating in the 2024 Olympic Games to harness the “great social power of sport” to unite people and be witnesses of peace.
All Set for Pioneer Bishop’s Installation for South Sudan’s Newest Catholic Diocese
Everything seems set for the August 11 installation of Bishop Christian Carlassare, who was appointed pioneer Local Ordinary of the newly erected Catholic Diocese of Bentiu in South Sudan.
From Castles to Cathedrals: Pope Francis’ Schedule for Luxembourg and Belgium Trip
The pope will greet royal leaders, prime ministers, professors and students, and Catholics in some of the countries’ historic palaces, cathedrals, and universities.
