Pope: God’s Christmas Wish Isn’t a Buying-Frenzy, But the Gift of Self
Christmas will not be authentic if people get caught up in a frenzy of shopping, presents and meals, all...
Pope Francis
True Christmas Celebrates Jesus: Tender and Humble
With Christmas just over a week away, visitors came to St. Peter’s Square with their Baby Jesus figurines for a...
Pope: Consolation Comes Even in Martyrdom
God sends his consolation to those in need of reassurance, even when they are facing death, Pope Francis said. Just...
Pope Celebrates His Birthday at a Vatican Paediatric Clinic
If the Holy Family lived in Rome and the baby Jesus had a cold or flu, Mary and Joseph certainly...
Pope: Don’t Be Afraid to ask for Things from God in Prayer
No one should be afraid to turn to God with prayer, especially in times of great doubt, suffering and...
The Pope’s Christmas and New Year
Pope Francis has a full schedule of Christmastime liturgies planned for December and January, including the customary baptism of...
Capuchin tells Pope: In Times of Trouble, Hold Fast to God
When storm clouds gather and the Catholic Church is tossed by the scandalous behaviour of some of its members, Catholics...
Pope: Prayer is a Constant Learning Experience
Jesus’ way of praying to his father throughout his life is a reminder for Christians that prayer is more than asking God for something but is a way of establishing an intimate relationship with him, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Idolatry Empties Lives and Ruins Hearts – Only Christ Can Revive Us
Every heart enslaved by false idols and evil desires needs a “transplant” with a heart filled with love, joy, goodness, hope and generosity, Pope Francis said.
