Articles by Hannah Brockhaus
For first World Day of the Poor, Francis encourages personal encounter
Jun 13, 2017 / 03:35 amIn his message for the first World Day of the Poor, Pope Francis said that the suffering and broken bodies of the poor are where we encounter the body of Christ – and to know Christ we must know the poor.
Pope Francis demands obedience from priests of Nigerian diocese
Jun 12, 2017 / 09:55 amPope Francis met on Thursday with a delegation from a Nigerian diocese which for the last four and a half years has refused to recognize the bishop who was appointed as its shepherd.
This priest and three companions were killed for the faith in Iraq
Jun 9, 2017 / 02:04 amWhen Fr. Ragheed Aziz Ganni was confronted by armed men after celebrating the Eucharist at his Chaldean Catholic parish in Mosul, they asked him why he was still there and why he hadn't closed the church as they had demanded.
Pope: Don't be afraid to call on the Father – he won't abandon you
Jun 7, 2017 / 03:43 amOn Wednesday Pope Francis said that one of the greatest mysteries of the Christian faith is that we have a God we are taught to call ‘Father’ – a father who never leaves us and who we can call on in prayer at any moment.
Imams, religious leaders voice 'utter disgust' after London attack
Jun 6, 2017 / 04:30 amMore than 130 imams and religious leaders throughout the UK have joined voices in strongly condemning recent terrorist attacks in London and Manchester, calling the acts “cold-blooded murders.”
The gifts of the Holy Spirit are for everyone, Pope Francis says
Jun 4, 2017 / 10:04 amOn Saturday, during a prayer vigil with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal, Pope Francis said that the grace of the Holy Spirit is for everyone.
Pope on Pentecost: Division isn’t from the Holy Spirit
Jun 4, 2017 / 04:54 amOn Pentecost Sunday, Pope Francis said that division doesn’t come from the Holy Spirit, who forms the universal Church with both unity and diversity – and we must pray to resist the temptation to encourage division.
Humanity urgently needs the Gospel, Pope says for World Mission Day 2017
Jun 4, 2017 / 03:20 amIn his message for World Mission Day, Pope Francis said that the Church needs to spread the Gospel, caring for the spiritual wounds of people who desperately need the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Francis declares future month of prayer for missionary work
Jun 3, 2017 / 10:23 amOn Saturday Pope Francis announced a future extraordinary month of reflection and prayer for the missionary work of the Church.
Pope hears testimonies of earthquake children, asks them to trust in Jesus
Jun 3, 2017 / 08:06 amOn Saturday, Pope Francis met with 400 children from towns hit by earthquakes in central Italy, telling them that during times of tragedy and natural disasters, we must deepen our trust in the Lord, who helps us.
Rome conference to address safeguarding children online
May 31, 2017 / 10:05 amAn international congress in Rome this autumn will bring together experts to focus on the problem of online sexual abuse of minors and how to better safeguard children on the internet.
Pope: A good Christian spreads hope – not bitterness
May 31, 2017 / 04:54 amOn Wednesday Pope Francis said the Holy Spirit has the power to fill us with the hope of Christ, in turn making us Christians vessels that bring hope to others, rather than bitterness or desperation.
In Rome, Catholic Charismatic Renewal to celebrate 50 years
May 30, 2017 / 13:09 pmSome 30,000 followers of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal will be in Rome this week to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the movement with meetings and Mass, culminating in a prayer vigil led by Pope Francis in the Circus Maximus.
Here's what Pope Francis and Justin Trudeau talked about
May 29, 2017 / 09:40 amPope Francis met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in a private audience which focused on religious freedom as well as reconciliation with native people of Canada.
Holy Cross priest tapped as bishop of Pensacola-Tallahassee diocese
May 29, 2017 / 04:56 amOn Monday the Vatican announced Pope Francis’ appointment of Fr. William “Bill” A. Wack to be the next bishop of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, Florida.
To meet God we need silence, Cardinal Sarah says
May 25, 2017 / 11:01 amAt a presentation for his new book on Wednesday, Cardinal Robert Sarah said that not only does the Church need silence, but the act of being in silence and of listening to God is efficient, in its own way.
Pope Francis: Even in the darkest moments, Jesus walks with us
May 24, 2017 / 07:39 amOn Wednesday Pope Francis said that no matter what trials we might face, we have hope because Jesus is always by our side, just like he was for the disciples on the road to Emmaus.
Pope Francis, Trump hold landmark first meeting (Updated)
May 24, 2017 / 01:48 amAfter months of anticipation, Pope Francis and U.S. President Donald Trump finally met at the Vatican Wednesday in a friendly encounter which included an emphasis on protection of life and freedom of conscience.
Manchester bishop: There is 'no justification' for horrific attack (Updated)
May 23, 2017 / 03:16 amAfter what has been deemed a terrorist attack killed 22 people – mostly youth – at a theater in Manchester Monday night, local Bishop John Arnold condemned the act, saying there is no justification for such violence.
Rome hosts annual March for Life
May 20, 2017 / 10:15 amHeld this year on May 20, Rome’s seventh annual March for Life was a chance for pro-life advocates of any faith to share their convictions about the sanctity of life and how it is founded in a love of life and family.