Pope Francis
The Power of Evangelical Joy
Evangelical joyfulness is simply another way to call the experience of living with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, forgiveness, love, and thanksgiving.
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Cardinal-designate from South Sudan seen as peacemaker in ethnic conflicts
When the next consistory convenes at the Vatican on Sept. 30, a South Sudanese archbishop -- whose installation met stiff resistance -- will be among the 21 recipients of the red hat.
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Peaceful Mind, Joyful Heart
Christian peace is a joyful peace, for Jesus is joyful; God is joyful.
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The Church’s Best-Kept Secret
An exploration of the Catholic Church’s social teaching can guide our approach to living out the Gospel.
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With doctor’s OK, pope says he is ready for World Youth Day
With a green light from his doctor, Pope Francis has assured young people that he will be with them in Portugal for World Youth Day despite his recent surgery.
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Catholics In States Affected By Shrinking Colorado River Draw On ‘Laudato Si”
When renowned science fiction author Robert Heinlein wrote in his apocalyptic 1952 short story “The Year of the Jackpot” that “the Colorado River was at a record low and the towers in Lake Mead stood high out of the water.
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Pope meets WYD pilgrims from Ukraine
Fifteen World Youth Day pilgrims from Ukraine, most of whom had lost a father or other close relative in the war, had a private meeting with Pope Francis Aug. 3.