Every Christian is unique because the Holy Spirit inspires something new and original in each person, creating "an endless field of holiness," Pope Francis said. "The one God, the Trinity of love, allows the variety of ...
Despite years of suffering due to war and terrorism, the people of Iraq continue to look to the future with hope, Pope Francis said. Recalling his recent visit to the country during his weekly general audience ...
There is no greater love in the world than the love God has for humanity, Pope Francis said. "What kind of God is prepared to die for people? What kind of God loves always and patiently, ...
On the same day that 10 rockets hit an air base in Iraq, Pope Francis said he had to travel to the country because he could not disappoint them. "The Iraqi people are waiting for us; ...
The liturgy is not a spectacle to be observed but a prayerful event where Christians encounter Christ's presence in their lives, Pope Francis said. Throughout the Catholic Church's long history, people have been tempted to practice ...
Praying with Scripture is not meant to be a mindless repetition of biblical quotes but instead is a gift that is meant to be accepted in people's hearts, Pope Francis said. During his weekly general audience ...
Unity requires prayer, love and fighting the devil, who always sows division, Pope Francis said. The devil "fosters division everywhere and in every way" by tempting people "with the weaknesses of our brothers and sisters. He ...
It may seem illogical, but Christians are called to give God praise -- not complaints -- in times of darkness and difficulty, Pope Francis said. Jesus and the saints "show us that we can always give ...
The gratitude that comes from encountering Christ's love and mercy is enough to bring joy and hope to a troubled world, Pope Francis said. "If we are bearers of gratitude, the world itself will become better, ...
While Christmas has become a universal holiday, even for many nonbelievers, its celebration always should focus on the reality that God sent his son into the world to save humanity, Pope Francis said. Christmas must not ...
German leaders see crisis as Catholics resign from the Church
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German leaders see crisis as Catholics resign from the Church
For the first time in the history of Germany, less than half the German population registered as members of one ...
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U.S. archbishop, Ukrainian Catholics hail EU candidate status for Ukraine
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U.S. archbishop, Ukrainian Catholics hail EU candidate status for Ukraine
Ukrainian Catholics in Philadelphia and throughout the nation are "(welcoming) the European Union's courageous step to ...
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