The synod on synodality has prompted a battle over grand visions for the church. Meanwhile, Catholic parishes are failing to meet the day-to-day spiritual needs of people in the pews.
Energetic, resolutely modern, as comfortable with technology as with theology, and deeply cosmopolitan, Patriarch Pizzaballa shares Pope Francis’ intention to restore Jerusalem to its former...
Attorney Roberto Lipari, representing the Institute for the Works of Religion, better known as the “Vatican bank,” asked that the defendants be compelled to pay the bank roughly $1 million for “moral...
In a lengthy video call with young people from south Asia this week, Pope Francis criticized the common practice of so-called “fat shaming” or “body shaming,” and stressed the need to acknowledge one’
In a bold new statement, the pope's safeguarding commission has condemned what they said are flaws in current norms and a failure on the part of church authorities to properly handle the issue...
While praying and making the Sign of the Cross, Mark Wahlberg kneels before a large statue of Our Lady and encourages his followers to "stay prayed up."
Every day, we face numerous choices, many of eternal consequences. When our hearts and minds are ordered toward God, these choices are usually between two goods. We could read to our children, or...
We are all familiar with the dynamics of being part of a family. There are moments of joy and occasional misunderstandings. Some may feel burdened with the majority of responsibilities, while others...
Servant of God Fr. Emil Kapaun Fr. Kapaun was named a “Servant of God” in 1993, which is the official beginning of the opening of a cause for canonization, for sainthood in the Catholic Church. Of...
Do we look at what others have and want more or can we be happy for the blessings that others receive? Austin Kleman, SJ, reflects on the parable of the Workers in the Vineyard.
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Icons are not only a form of art: they orient the mind and heart towards the mysteries of God, and thus they're an important resource for prayer, especially in Eastern Christianity.
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When illness strikes, it can’t be life-hacked away. Reflecting on his time as a hospital chaplain, James shares how he witnessed the healing power of compassion, hope, and prayer.
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September 11th, 2001 unquestionably represents one of the darkest days in history and lowest points of humanity. While we may heal with time, we certainly will never forget what happened, we can...
Feast of the Assumption: Table of Contents Mary occupies a prominent place in the liturgical calendar of the Church, from the beginning of the year (January 1–Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God...
Back to School Prayers Table of Contents Teachers and school administrators put in a tremendous amount of time and effort to plan for the return of the school year. With all of the planning...
“Go to the poor: you will find God.” St. Vincent de Paul Born: 1581 Died: 1660 Feast Day: September 27 Patron of charities, horses, hospitals, leprosy, prisoners, spiritual help, St. Vincent de Paul...
Tips for Authentic Conversations Raising a teenager is no easy feat! As teens grow and mature, solid and effective communication between parents and teens becomes increasingly important. It’s no...
“Love transfigures everything and touches the most banal realities with the note of infinity.” – Father Jacques Philippe On a mission trip to Albany, New York, I served parishes and communities in...