Father Joseph Girzone, who became far more prominent in retirement than during active ministry because of his “Joshua” series of novels, died Nov. 29.

Father Joseph Girzone, who became far more prominent in retirement than during active ministry because of his “Joshua” series of novels, died Nov. 29.
Introduction First, thanks for being here for an evening of prayer and reflection as we enter upon the Season of Advent, a new liturgical year, and, of course, the Jubilee of Mercy which Pope Francis proclaimed last April. In the spirit of the season, I would like to propose that we structure our time together […]

Pope Francis told reporters he is well aware that God is a god of surprises, but he had not been prepared for what a surprise his first visit to Africa would be.

The pope landed in Central African Republic Nov. 29 saying he came as “a pilgrim of peace.”

Put down the weapons of war and work for justice, Pope Francis urged the people of the Central African Republic.

In emphasizing mercy as the central duty of the church, the pope is affecting the way church leaders and people in the pews are thinking about family life.
Pope Francis chose Dec. 8 as the beginning not only of the Extraordinary Jubilee Year of Mercy, but as the date for the inauguration of changes in the church’s annulment process.
In the month of December, the church waits in wonder and awe for the coming of its God. The world waits for the coming of Santa Claus. Both celebrations can be enjoyed as long as we keep God in first place.

Archbishop William E. Lori helped distribute 1,000 coats to children in West Baltimore.

Mother Angelica, who spearheaded the founding of the Eternal Word Television Network, has been placed on a feeding tube as she continues to battle lingering effects of two strokes she suffered 14 years ago.
With our Church’s new year’s dedication to “Mercy: Heart of the Gospel,” the faithful are called to examine the gift of compassion God, our Father and Creator, has bestowed upon us and ask ourselves how we can treat others with the same level of dignity, regardless of their situation. The first
Last night I dreamed I was pregnant. I was 23 weeks along and I was having a girl.Naturally because I am so good at overthinking, I woke up worrying about how we would need to help our older sons adjust to this news.Of course when I woke up I wasn’t pregnant. And
