Archive for January 11, 2015

Christian refugees in Mar Elia parish centre in the Christian neighbourhood of Ankawa in Erbil, Iraq. ?w=200&h=150

By Oliver Maksan

Among Christian refugees in Kurdistan, 'no one is angry at God'

“Thank you, thank you, thank you:” Suheila, an elderly Christian woman from Mosul was effusive in expressing her gratitude to... Read more

The newly restored crucifix in Rome's Basilica of Santa Maria in Trastevere, Jan. 9, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

How a crucifix restoration in Rome offers hope to the poor

After receiving inspiration from an aged crucifix, Cardinal James Stafford commissioned it to be restored as a sign of compassion... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in Saint Peter's Square during his General Audience on Nov. 13, 2013 ?w=200&h=150

Pope Francis: Jesus' baptism opened the heavens

Pope Francis encouraged Christians to remember their baptism with “joy,” as he reflected on the role of Jesus Christ’s baptism... Read more

Pope Francis kisses a baby at a Pontifical Council for Health Care conference on autism Nov. 22, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Francis baptizes babies, says God's word helps faith grow

Pope Francis baptized 33 babies at the Sistine Chapel on Sunday, advising families to set an example for their children... Read more