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Christians must be 'missionaries of hope,' Pope Francis says
True Christians are not sad or gloomy, but have the specific task of being bearers of hope, Pope Francis said... Read more
When tempted to give up hope, turn to Jesus, Pope Francis says
On Wednesday Pope Francis spoke about the enemies of hope that often lead us into discouragement and melancholy, and urged... Read more
Pope Francis: Parents cherishing their kids is a sign of hope for the future
On his return flight from Colombia, Pope Francis said that seeing parents’ devotion for their children gives him hope for... Read more
God is present, Cardinal DiNardo tells Hurricane Harvey victims
Amid the immense devastation left behind in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Cardinal Daniel DiNardo of Galveston-Houston assured the people... Read more
A little bit of 'youthful euphoria' is healthy for Christian life, Pope says
On Wednesday, Pope Francis told pilgrims to ignore gloomy people that drag others down, and stressed the need to maintain... Read more
For Christians, life always has meaning – even when it's hard, Pope says
On Wednesday, Pope Francis said going through life downcast as if it has no meaning is not the attitude of... Read more
To be a Christian means to have hope even in darkness, Pope Francis says
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that to be a Christian means to have hope in the light of Christ, which... Read more
Pope Francis: The way of Christ is the way of persecution
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that following Christ means taking a path contrary to that of the world, and being... Read more
The old still have a lot to offer young people, Pope Francis says
On Tuesday Pope Francis said that the older generation should not stop striving in their spiritual lives, but that God... Read more
Pope: Don't be afraid to call on the Father – he won't abandon you
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that one of the greatest mysteries of the Christian faith is that we have a... Read more
Pope: A good Christian spreads hope – not bitterness
On Wednesday Pope Francis said the Holy Spirit has the power to fill us with the hope of Christ, in... Read more
Pope Francis: Even in the darkest moments, Jesus walks with us
On Wednesday Pope Francis said that no matter what trials we might face, we have hope because Jesus is always... Read more
Pope points to Mary Magdalene as an apostle of hope
By calling Mary Magdalene by name after his resurrection, Jesus shows us just how personal his relationship with mankind is,... Read more
Pope: Mary's 'yes' echoes the joy, suffering of every mother
Days before his trip to Fatima, Pope Francis said Mary’s ‘yes’ at the Annunciation was more than a yes to... Read more
Pope Francis: Everything passes – except God's love for us
On Wednesday Pope Francis said Christian hope, rather than coming from the empty promises of other human beings, is rooted... Read more
In TED talk, Pope says sowing solidarity will reap hope for the future
Early Wednesday morning Pope Francis addressed the TED 2017 conference, telling participants that to have a hopeful outlook for the... Read more
Pope Francis: we find hope in embracing our crosses with love
As the Church this week reflects on Jesus’ crucifixion and death, Pope Francis said that it is the cross that... Read more
Pope Francis: When we want to give up, God helps us persevere
On Wednesday Pope Francis said each person must strive to imitate the perseverance and consolation of God, which not only... Read more
Pope Francis: Creation is a sign of hope – we have to take care of it
On Wednesday Pope Francis said creation has often suffered because of humanity’s sins and failings, stressing that we must take... Read more
This is the one thing Pope Francis says you can brag about
As children we are taught that bragging is bad, especially when we do it to people who have less than... Read more
