Faith

Satan is attacking bishops by revealing their sins, Pope says

September 11, 2018

VATICAN – Bishops must remember, particularly when under attack, that their role is to pray, be humble in knowing God chose them and remain close to the people, Pope Francis said in his morning homily.

Being a Christian demands that we accuse ourselves, not others, Pope says

September 6, 2018

VATICAN – Christian conversion does not entail accusing others, but is shamefully recognizing and sincerely repenting one's own sins, Pope Francis said.

Season of Creation an invitation to pray

September 5, 2018

Catholics might finally be ready to pray for the most obvious sign of God’s goodness that has ever been seen, touched or walked through — the natural world.

Everyday is a fight against worldly mentality, pride, gossip, Pope says

September 4, 2018

VATICAN – Christians must engage in spiritual combat every day against a worldly spirit that leads down a path of arrogance and petty gossip, Pope Francis said.

Christ responded to lies, divisiveness with silence, Pope says at Mass

September 4, 2018

VATICAN – Jesus himself showed that the best way to respond to scandal and divisiveness is to stay silent and pray, Pope Francis said Sept. 3 as he resumed his early morning Masses with invited guests.

Questioning Faith: The truth will make us agents of healing

August 31, 2018

As a psychotherapist, I work with people harmed by abuse: abusers who “own” it, and who don’t; falsely-accused people; and many, many people from many walks of life who have been abused.

Imitate St. Joseph in service, hiddenness, Pope says

August 31, 2018

VATICAN – Pope Francis told the Oblates of St. Joseph that for decades he has relied on the intercession of St. Joseph, and "never, ever has he told me no."

A fruitful marriage fulfills God's dream for the human family, Pope tells young couples

August 25, 2018

DUBLIN – God wants every person to love and be loved, creating a family or community where love is nurtured and shared with all who are poor, lonely or in need, Pope Francis said.

A preacher’s guide to a good homily

August 22, 2018

VANCOUVER – By the time Fr. Justin Huang stands before St. Anthony of Padua Church on a Sunday morning, he has done 10 hours of preparation and written about seven drafts of what he’ll say.

Eucharist is a taste of heaven on earth, Pope Francis says

August 20, 2018

VATICAN – By receiving the Eucharist at Mass, Christians are given Christ's same spirit and a taste of eternal life, Pope Francis said.