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May 2014

May 19, 2014

NEW: “Praying the Rosary With Pope Francis” Just Released by USCCB

Hot off the presses: Praying the Rosary with Pope Francis, an easy-to-carry booklet of meditations...

May 17, 2014

The Heartthrob and the Pope: Antonio Banderas to Play Role of Pope Francis

News out of Spain, courtesy of Religion News Service: A new feature film on the...

May 14, 2014

Fearing Violence, Jewish Authorities Ask Catholics to Take Down Welcome Sign for Pope Francis

As Catholics gear up for the Pope's planned trip to the Holy Land on May...

May 14, 2014

Stephen Colbert Flips a Coin: Pope Francis’ Socialism? or Fox News’ Capitalism?

Comedian Stephen Colbert had a decision to make. The self-described "America's most prominent Catholic" is...

May 07, 2014

What Is the Gift of Counsel?

What is Counsel? That was the theme of the Holy Father's catechesis today, in...

May 05, 2014

The Uniform of the Swiss Guard: A 100-Year-Old Tradition

Were the uniforms of the Swiss Guard designed by Michelangelo? I've always heard that; but...

May 01, 2014

In Rome, It’s Pedal to the Metal, Full Speed Ahead

Is it just me? I'm amazed lately by all of the reports coming out of...

April 2014

April 24, 2014

Vatican Press Office Issues Statement re. That “Communion for Divorced” Story

The Vatican Press Office has issued a clarification regarding the Pope's statement regarding communion for...

April 21, 2014

Just Released: Pope Francis’ First Collection of Writings

Hot off the press: The first narrative of the papacy of Pope Francis, The Church...

April 16, 2014

Pope Francis: “Children Need a Mother and a Father”

"We must reconfirm the rights of children to grow up in a family with a...

April 16, 2014

Go Kiss a Crucifix!

Pick up a crucifix, said Pope Francis during his General Audience during Holy Week. Kiss...

April 03, 2014

Latin Is Lovely, But Vernacular’s Spectacular

Recently I overheard a woman speaking angrily on the way out of church. She was...

March 2014

March 27, 2014

So What Will the Pope and the President Talk About Today? – UPDATED

From the Vatican, where President Obama has arrived for his planned visit with Pope Francis:...

March 20, 2014

Pope Francis Plants a “Virtual Olive Tree”

Plant a forest of peace: That's the message that Pope Francis wanted to impart to...

March 19, 2014

“Be Close to Your Children”: Pope Francis’ St. Joseph Day Message for Fathers

"Be close to your children," Pope Francis said today to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter's...

March 17, 2014

The Pope Hates Paperwork, Too!

Pope Francis hates paperwork--and so do I! There, I've said it! Coupons and junk mail,...

March 15, 2014

Evangelii Gaudium: Rome’s Best Seller Since Vatican II

One year after Pope Francis' election as Roman pontiff, the Catholic Truth Society has announced...

March 15, 2014

You Big Ol’ Pomegranate, You!

Man is like a pomegranate: Inside he contains many tiny fleshy seeds, like the many...

March 14, 2014

Do We Want to Become Holy? (Check Out the Vatican’s Free Flip-Book!)

Yesterday Pope Francis celebrated the first anniversary of his election to the pontificate by praying...

March 13, 2014

Wow! Pope Francis Invited to Address Joint Session of Congress in 2015

What do you think Pope Francis would say to the U.S. Congress? Today, on the...

March 07, 2014

Once Again Francis, Pope and Prophet, Issues Clarion Call for Unity

Catholics and Evangelicals: Have you noticed anything different about how we think of one another?...

March 05, 2014

Santa Sabina, First of the Lenten “Station Churches”

Today Pope Francis celebrated the Ash Wednesday liturgy at the Basilica of Santa Sabina, on...

March 04, 2014

Pope “Stunned” by Abortion Rate in Spain. Wait Until He Hears About the U.S.!

Pope Francis was "stunned" to hear that there are more than 110,000 abortions performed in...

March 04, 2014

Pope Francis Opens the Vatican Gardens at Castel Gandolfo to the Public

Yesterday in Rome, it was announced that Pope Francis had opened his gardens at Castel...

February 2014

February 28, 2014

Pope Francis, Running a Fever, Cancels Seminary Visit

Pope Francis is running a fever and has had to cancel this evening's planned visit...

February 28, 2014

Pope Francis: “Don’t Squander the Treasure of Youth!”

"It is worth following the example Jesus Christ gives us--an example of commitment, of service,...

February 25, 2014

Pope Francis Issues a Letter to Families

This morning in Rome, Pope Francis issued a Letter to Families. In the letter, he...

February 21, 2014

“KNEELING THEOLOGY”: Pope Francis Coins a Phrase to Describe Cardinal’s New Book

What an honor, to have the Pope fall asleep with your book in his hand!...

February 20, 2014

Pope Francis to Pentecostal Conference: Tears of Love, Spiritual Hugs

“Brothers and sisters, Luther’s protest is over. Is yours?” That's the message to attendees...

February 20, 2014

What’s the Value of a Man? Pope Francis Shares His Insights

What is the value of a man? Benjamin Franklin quipped that from the neck down,...