Evangelizer’s strength comes from practicing what one preaches, pope says by Carol Glatz May 31, 2023 The most powerful and effective method of evangelization is to live according to what one teaches and preaches, Pope Francis said. "I can recite the Creed by heart, I can talk about everything we believe in, but if your life is not consistent
War against creation must stop, pope says in message for day of prayer by Carol Glatz May 25, 2023 People must end the "senseless war against creation" and help victims of environmental and climate injustice, Pope Francis said. "We must do this by resolving to transform our hearts, our lifestyles and the public policies ruling our societies," the pope said in his
Intercession is fundamental for humanity, pope says by Carol Glatz May 22, 2023 The Ascension of the Lord into heaven means Jesus is there with his Father to intercede on behalf of the faithful, Pope Francis said. "He did not leave us alone. In fact, before ascending, he told us, as the Gospel says today, 'I
Abuse survivors cycle to Rome, deliver ‘broken heart,’ ask for action by Carol Glatz May 17, 2023 A group of survivors of abuse by priests and religious cycled hundreds of miles from southern Germany to Rome to urge the pope "to do everything in your power" to make the Catholic Church a safe space and to send "a clear
Holy Spirit defends, consoles those who call on his help, pope says by Carol Glatz May 15, 2023 The Holy Spirit consoles, defends and tenderly corrects those who turn to and listen to him, Pope Francis said. The Holy Spirit "is not a passing guest who comes to pay us a courtesy visit. He is a companion for life, a stable