World Meeting of Families
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What's it like to play for the Pope? Here's how one Catholic artist described it
Performing for Pope Francis at Saturday’s Festival of Families in Philadelphia was an answer to prayer for musician Marie Miller,... Read more
After the Pope's visit – an exclusive interview with Archbishop Chaput
Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia hosted Pope Francis in his highly-anticipated first visit to the United States. As the dust... Read more
Pope Francis met Argentine family who travelled 11,000 miles to Philadelphia
The Holy See press officer explained on Sunday that that morning Pope Francis had met with the Walkers, a family... Read more
Pope Francis: I leave with a heart full of gratitude and hope
As he concluded his historic visit to the United States, Pope Francis thanked organizers and volunteers, saying that he concludes... Read more
Watch LIVE coverage of Pope's Mass for the World Meeting of Families
Pope Francis will say Mass to conclude the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia this afternoon at 4 pm ET,... Read more
Help youth be brave in opting for marriage and family, Pope tells bishops
Pope Francis told bishops Sunday that a widespread consumerism and desire to follow new fads has rendered youth fearful of... Read more
'God cries' for victims of abuse, Pope says after meeting survivors
Pope Francis this morning met with 5 survivors of sexual abuse during his visit to Philadelphia, telling bishops afterward that... Read more
Pope Francis off-the-cuff: Family is the most beautiful thing God made
A visibly moved Pope Francis ditched his prepared remarks in speaking to thousands of families gathered in Philadelphia Saturday night... Read more
The most important part of the Pope's trip is still to come
While the Pope’s speeches to Congress and the United Nations have drawn much attention, the upcoming weekend is the main... Read more
Full text of Pope Francis' homily at Mass with clergy and religious
Pope Francis is now saying Mass at Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul for clergy and religious, and... Read more
Cardinal O'Malley to families: Want to evangelize? You'd better have these two qualities
As thousands of Catholics descended upon Philadelphia to hear talks about family and faith, Boston Cardinal Sean O'Malley had a... Read more
How marriage prep is failing Catholics, and what we can do about it
The Church needs to seriously consider changing the way it approaches marriage preparation say John and Claire Grabowski, a couple... Read more
Are Pope Francis and the US bishops split? Don't believe the critics.
Ahead of the papal visit to the U.S., some critics have painted a narrative pitting Pope Francis against the “conservative”... Read more
What to learn at the World Meeting of Families: The family is a gift from God.
The World Meeting of Families event next month in Philadelphia aims to lead families to know their importance as a... Read more
For Archbishop Chaput, Vatican synod, Philly family meeting providentially linked
Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia sees a providential link between September’s World Meeting of Families and October’s Synod on the... Read more
Coming to the World Meeting of Families: Andrea Bocelli
Renowned classical tenor Andrea Bocelli is accustomed to performing sold-out concerts around the world. He is comfortable center stage at... Read more
Bowling with Bishops – and other things to expect at the World Meeting of Families
Bring your mitre and your bowling ball if you plan on coming to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families... Read more
'Gay agenda' at the World Meeting of Families? Not at all, Philly Archdiocese says
In response to claims that a “gay rights activist” is acting as “gatekeeper” to exhibitors at the upcoming World Meeting... Read more
Argentine family asks for help arriving at World Meeting of Families
A family from Argentina who has left everything behind to travel 11,000 miles to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of... Read more
