Articles by Ann Schneible
Pope calls for end to death penalty out of respect for human dignity
Oct 26, 2014 / 23:03 pmPope Francis called for the abolition of capital punishment during a speech on Thursday, as well as all forms of penal punishment which violate human dignity.
Beyond economics, youth unemployment a 'problem of dignity,' Pope says
Oct 25, 2014 / 08:20 amPope Francis has sent a message to young people affected by the “culture of waste,” calling on them to spread the hope of the Gospel amid these times of uncertainty.
Pope calls Christians to be 'living stones' of the Church
Oct 24, 2014 / 15:23 pmIn his homily for Mass at the Santa Marta residence on Oct. 24, Pope Francis reflected on the call of Christians to perpetuate unity in the Church by being “living stones” built upon the “cornerstone of Christ.”
The Pope's advice on how to overcome jealousy and pride
Oct 22, 2014 / 09:37 amIn his weekly address for the Wednesday general audience, Pope Francis offered advice on fighting those tendencies which “dismember” the Body of Christ, such as jealousy and feelings of superiority.
Formation for marriage can't end at the wedding, Catholic couple says
Oct 21, 2014 / 03:02 amAs the Church continues to reflect on the pastoral needs of the family following the recent Synod of Bishops, there has emerged the need for marriage formation lasting well beyond the day a husband and wife take their vows.
Pope beatifies Paul VI, 'great helmsman' of Vatican II
Oct 19, 2014 / 10:57 amAddressing those gathered in Saint Peter’s Square on Sunday for the beatification of Paul VI, Pope Francis reminded Christians who live out the Gospel message that they are “God’s newness” both “in the Church and in the world.”
Church teaching on sexuality is simple, but not easy, priest says
Oct 19, 2014 / 04:02 amWhen it comes to human sexuality, one of the predominant themes being discussed by participants at the Extraordinary Synod on the Family pertains to the certainty that truth and mercy cannot be separated.
Holy Spirit gives the seal of eternal life, Pope Francis reflects
Oct 17, 2014 / 11:55 amIn his Mass on Friday, Pope Francis said eternal life begins when we are sealed with the Holy Spirit, and cautioned attendees against “dulling down” this identity by being hypocritical in our faith.
God is a God of surprises, Pope Francis preaches
Oct 13, 2014 / 09:30 amSpeaking of the “God of surprises” in his homily at Mass on Monday, the Holy Father noted the unfortunate inability of the doctors of the law who encountered Christ to receive his message.
Who leads the fight against gay discrimination in Nigeria? The Catholic Church, prelate says
Oct 11, 2014 / 11:20 amThe Catholic Church in Nigeria has been at the forefront in fighting against discrimination towards persons with same-sex attraction, says Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Jos, who adds that media coverage of the Church has been imbalanced.
Teen Malala's Nobel prize sparks pride in Pakistani bishop
Oct 10, 2014 / 16:04 pmMalala Yousafzai has received the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize at the age of 17 – making her the youngest ever recipient of the prestigious award and prompting local Archbishop Joseph Coutts to laud the “great honor” she's bestowed on the country.
Cardinal shines light on migration, marriage prep in family synod
Oct 10, 2014 / 03:32 amThe effects of migration and poverty upon families, the pastoral care of children, the Eucharist in connection to our understanding of marriage: these are a few of the themes which Cardinal Vincent Nichols, archbishop of Westminster, hopes to see raised during the Synod on the Family currently underway in the Vatican.
Pope Francis stresses again: Divisions in Church hurt Jesus
Oct 8, 2014 / 08:01 amSpeaking to the crowds that filled Saint Peter's Square during the weekly General Audience on Oct. 8, Pope Francis repeated his consistent theme of warning against divisiveness among Christians.
How should the Church care for same-sex attracted people?
Oct 7, 2014 / 03:08 amIn what ways can the Church provide pastoral care for men and women of same-sex attraction that is compassionate and affirming in the faith – all the while remaining true to its teachings?
Pope: Family needs Scripture to move forward in faith, hope
Oct 5, 2014 / 12:55 pm“In order for the family to proceed well, with faith and hope,” said Pope Francis to crowds in St. Peter's Square for the weekly Angelus address, “it needs to be nourished by the Word of God.”
Synod must serve God's dream, not try to 'take over,' Pope says
Oct 5, 2014 / 07:48 amThe work of the Synod on the Family is more than a discussion of ideals or a show of intelligence, but a means of realizing the Lord's plan through the pastoral care of the family, said Pope Francis.
The Synod on the Family: a look beyond the media hype
Oct 2, 2014 / 16:01 pmAs the media centers upon the question of whether the Church will change its teaching regarding reception of the Eucharist by those living in complex situations, there is a danger that many of the other, no less significant, issues may be falling to the wayside.
Be like children – believe in your guardian angel, Pope says
Oct 2, 2014 / 06:37 amIn his homily for the Feast of Holy Guardian Angels, Pope Francis told those gathered for daily Mass to be like children who pay attention to their “traveling companion.”
Family will be center of next World Communications Day
Sep 29, 2014 / 15:02 pmWorld Communications Day 2015 will focus on the theme “Communicating the Family: A Privileged Place of Encounter with the Gift of Love,” the Vatican announced Monday.
UK bishop steps down over 'being unfaithful' to vows
Sep 28, 2014 / 09:59 amBishop Kieran Conry of the U.K. dioceses of Arundel and Brighton has announced his resignation after revealing he has been “unfaithful” to his “promises as a Catholic priest.”