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Pope Francis: God’s merciful love goes out in search of all those who are lost
Using Rembrandt’s painting “Return of the Prodigal Son” as inspiration, the Holy Father said God’s love is like that of... Read more
Pope Francis: ‘God does not pass by without looking for those who are lost’
In his written catechesis, the Holy Father described Jesus’ encounter with Zacchaeus as having a “special place” in his own... Read more
Pope Francis: God desires to offer his love and mercy to those at the ‘crossroads’ of life
“To go and proclaim the Gospel, we first need to set down the burden of our history at the feet... Read more
Vatican shares ailing Pope Francis’ weekly catechesis: ‘Jesus Christ our hope’
Reflecting on the visit of the Magi to the child Jesus, the pope encouraged Christians to follow in the footsteps... Read more
In powerful jubilee message, pope points to Mary Magdalene’s transformative trust
Pope Francis emphasized Mary Magdalene’s transformative encounter with the risen Christ as a model for personal conversion. Read more
Lower confirmation ages, stronger catechesis: Dioceses seek to strengthen faith of youth
These decisions indicate a growing desire to strengthen the formation of youth in the Catholic faith. Read more
Pope Francis: Gentleness, respect are more effective than ‘the strength of arguments’
The Holy Father said “the first and most effective form of evangelization” is the love we show others. Read more
Pope Francis makes surprise visit to 200 children for catechism in Rome suburb
Pope Francis made a special “getaway” from the Vatican on Thursday to meet with a group of 200 children at... Read more
New series hopes to inspire Catholic parents to ‘fully embrace their vocation’
A new series called “The Catholic Parent” helps parents embrace their role as the primary educators of the faith for... Read more
New Catholic ministry invites the whole family to grow in their faith and in community
Trinity House Community Groups offer families formation, fellowship, and the tools they need to better live out their faith and... Read more
This Catholic group supports church leaders, parents to catechize children with disabilities
As autism rates continue to increase, the National Catholic Partnership on Disability seeks to support Catholic leaders, catechists, publishers, and... Read more
Pope Francis: Remain vigilant against pride and ‘well-mannered demons’
Pope Francis encouraged Christians Wednesday to be vigilant against spiritual pride and the temptations of “well-mannered demons.” Read more
Pope Francis: Freedom is found in offering to God what is hardest to give up
Pope Francis spoke Wednesday about how freeing it can be to let go of the things that we are most... Read more
Pope Francis says this is the difference between theologians and catechists
Pope Francis on Thursday distinguished between how catechists and theologians interact with Church teaching. Read more
Pope Francis: Desire points our discernment in the right direction
At his public audience on Wednesday, Pope Francis spoke about the role desire plays in spiritual discernment, comparing it to... Read more
Pope Francis: The first element of discernment is prayer
Prayer is the first element of discernment, Pope Francis said in his general audience message on Wednesday. Read more
Discernment is ‘indispensable for living’: Pope Francis launches new catechesis series
“God invites us to evaluate and choose: He created us free and wants us to exercise our freedom. For this... Read more
‘Our destination is heaven:’ Pope Francis speaks about death
Pope Francis spoke about old age and the expectation of death at his general audience Wednesday. Read more
Pope Francis: An alliance between old and young will save the family
Pope Francis on Wednesday emphasized the family’s need for healthy relationships and dialogue between the young and the elderly. Read more
Poll finds half of Catholic likely voters believe in the Real Presence
A poll released this week found that of Catholic likely voters in the U.S., half believe in the Real Presence... Read more
