Menu St. Joseph raises Jesus in silence Pope Francis invited us not to lose the ability to dream and to open ourselves to tomorrow with trust |
 Every life is sacred Pope Francis begs for end to death penalty through an ethic of caring |
 Fr Cantalamessa: Contemplating Trinity helps overcome division The Trinity shows us the True Path to Unity |
| Pope urges Telepace TV to be voice of voiceless, peace builders Voice of those who have no voice. |
 ‘Our Father turns suffering into dialogue’ The Holy Father noted that there are no prefaces to the prayer. |
| Let us allow ourselves to be consoled by God Pope Francis speaks about consolation, which he says should be the normal state for Christians. |
 Prepare for Christmas with the courage of faith The Pope said “it’s not easy to keep the faith, to defend the faith”. |
 God is in our midst All the promises made by the Son of God are infallibly kept. |
 The Lord is the rock on which to build our lives Pope Francis focused on three words: speaking and acting; sand and rock; high and low. |
 During Advent, ask Jesus to teach us to pray Pope Francis began a new cycle of catechesis, which will focus on the Lord’s prayer. |
 Advent is a time for purifying the faith The time of Advent has three dimensions: the past, the future, and the present. |
 Christians must provide credible witness with their lives Testimony means “putting one’s life on the line” and “doing what I say I do”. |
 ‘So-called Christian societies will end if pagan' Let us open our hearts with hope and distance ourselves from the paganization of life. |
 In Christ we see the true Pope at Audience: Commandments are guide to authentic Christian life |
 How do we want to meet the Lord? The Church invites us to ask ourselves this week, “what will my end be like?” |
 Generosity enlarges the heart’ Pope Francis says Christians need to be generous towards the poor. |
 Pope: ‘politics is a commitment to humanity and holiness’ Prophets of peace and workers for the common good |
 Commandments open heart to God Pope Francis says the Ten Commandments help us open our hearts. |
 Commandments open heart to God Pope Francis says the Ten Commandments help us open our hearts to receive the mercy of God |
 Pope Francis thanks Lebanon for welcoming refugees Pope met with the bishops of the Maronite Catholic Church. |
 Albania, a land of ancient and glorious history Pope Francis said, “has validly expressed the Albanian character.” |
 Root charitable works in prayer Pope Francis encourages the knights and dames to root their charitable works in prayer. |
| Martyrdom doesn’t make the news The Church is made manifest “in the Eucharist and in good works.” |
 Gossip kills, God is truth “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbour” |
| Be prophets of hope Pope Francis said religious life is “full of opportunities, enthusiasm, and passion” |
 Millenial parents Happy Boys and girls, enjoying their paternity. |
 Pope Francis said the first thing is faith Pope at Mass: bishop, a humble and meek servant, not a prince |
 Pope at Mass warns against idolatry of money in the Church Pope Francis invited Christians to respect churches as the house of God. |
 Bearing witness, complaining, asking questions The Pope warns against the sin of “murmuring” |
| Life is a time for giving, not possessing The Holy Father focused on the Seventh Word: You shall not steal. |
 Jesus invites us to the banquet of the Kingdom Jesus invites us to be with Him at the feast. |
| Pope warns against selfish ambition and conceit Think of the rivalry between siblings for the father’s inheritance for example |
| Today is a day of hope Pope Francis offers the Holy Sacrifice for the poor souls in Purgatory. |
| Today is a day of hope Pope Francis offers the Holy Sacrifice for the poor souls in Purgatory. |
 Beatitudes, the path to holiness in daily life All Saints Day is a Family Feast |
 All love is meant to be faithful, generous and fruitful. The husband must love his wife as Christ loves the Church. |
| Pope’s condolence for victims of Indonesia’s plane crash Pope Francis conveys his condolences to all those affected by this tragedy. |
 Help migrants remember their journey Proclaim the Word to them and to walk with them. |
| Humility, Gentleness and Patience Lead to Peace Pope Francis invited Christians to "build" and "consolidate" unity in today's world |
| Who is Jesus Christ for you? Pope Francis speaks about the importance of recognising that we are sinners. |
| Passionists are called to read the signs of time Pope Francis meets with members of the Congregation of the Passion of Jesus. |
| By reaching out we find the promised inheritance Pope Francis explained that the leaven of the Spirit is given to those who have been “sealed by the Spirit”. |
 The three forms of poverty Pope Francis dwells on the three ways of living poverty in the life of the Christian. |
 Pope at General Audience: “Indifference kills Pope Francis reflects on the Fifth Commandment “Do not kill”. |
| Be careful around rigid Christians Pope Francis warns us to watch out for hypocrites, whose hearts are not open to grace. |
 Canonization Mass Signs and symbols of sanctity |
| Watch out against friendly, “well-mannered demons” Warning that the devil’s purpose and vocation is |
 Jesus teaches us to be "invasive" in prayer God is the friend who can give us what we need. |
| Welcome life as God’s gift Pope Francis continues his catechesis on the Commandments. |
 The true Christian is in love with the Lord The Key is to be in love with the Lord. |
 True Christians not afraid to get their hands dirty Pope Francis urges lay people and pastors to reflect on what it means to be Christian. |
 Hypocritical Christians behave like pagans The Holy Father called on all of us to make an examination of conscience. |
 Synod is a time for sharing Pope Francis said: the Synod, must be an exercise in dialogue. |
 Synod on Young People: Moment of Grace The Synod’s theme is Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment”. |
| Synod on Young People: Moment of Grace The Synod’s theme is Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment. |
| Guardian angels, our daily gate to the Father Life is a journey, along which we must be helped by “companions,” by “protectors. |
| “Allow yourselves to be transformed and renewed by the Spirit" Pope Francis tells priests of Créteil , France, to serve others according to the model of Jesus. |
| Pope urges Latvian Christians to pursue unity and keep the faith alive Pope Francis on Monday warned Latvians to keep the Christian faith alive |
 Take the road of mercy to God’s heart. The Pope said, Christians should always be aware of where they come from and they should never forget their sins. |
| Honour parents even with their imperfections Honour ypur father and mother, said Pope Francis |
 Continue to illuminate the path to unity The Mekhitarist identity, consists above all in being entirely consecrated to God. |
 The cross teaches us not to fear defeat “The cross of Jesus teaches us that in life there is failure and there is victory" |
 Mercy is the Christian "style" The Pope recalls that Christians do not follow the “spirit of the world,” but live the “folly of the Cross.” |
 Meeting on prevention of abuse Pope to meet with Bishops to discuss protection of minors |
 Full solidarity of the Council of Cardinals The Council of Cardinals (C9) has expressed it solidarity with Pope Francis. |
| Gospel newness does not permit a double life Pope Francis preaches on the difference between the “novelties” of the world and the “newness” of Christ |
 Pope to Parents: Work together with schools Pope Francis noted the alliance between families and the school system |
| Pope to consecrated widows: Live a life of simplicity, humilty Pope Francis urged the widows to use their experiences help the young and the poor. |
 Discern true rest from false rest Pope Francis focuses on the Commandment, " Remember to keep holy the Lord’s Day." |
 Make an examination of conscience every day Pope said that in the heart of each person “the spirit of the world” and the “Spirit of God” confront one another every day. |
| The truth is humble, the truth is silent The dignity of the Christian is anchored in the power of God. |
 Christianity threatened by rampant relativism The Holy Father then pointed out that St. Joseph’s virtues are a model for the Oblates. |
 Families an eloquent sign of God’s dream Pope Francis looks back on his visit to Ireland for the World Meeting of Families. |
 I found so much faith in Ireland! Pope Francis shares his thoughts about his Apostolic Journey as he speaks with reporters during the flight back to Rome. |
| I beg Lord's forgiveness for these sins and betrayal Pope Francis in Angelus at Knock on sexual abuse. |
 Pope Francis decries failure of bishops in abuse scandal Pope said the anger of Catholics at bishops´failure in response to the sexual abuse is appropiate and that he shares those feelings. |
 Dublin awaits Pope Francis What to watch for during papal trip to Ireland |
| I am salt and light Jeff Fortenberry, member of the International Catholic Legislators Network, speaks with Vatican News about the relevance of Pope Francis’ message regarding religious freedom. |
 Taking upon ourselves the name of God Pope reflected on the Second Commandment – “You shall not invoke the name of the Lord, your God, in vain.” |
 Cardinal O’Malley calls for consequences for Church leadership Cardinal O’Malley said that “words fail” for the situation the Church in the US is facing. |
 Pope calls for solidarity and penance in Letter on abuse crisis Pope has writtten a letter to the whole People of God addressing the ongoing crisis of sexual abuse in the Church. |
| Vatican responds to Pennsylvania Grand Jury abuse report There are two words that can express the feelings faced with these horrible crimes: shame and sorrow. |
 St. Stanislaus teaches youth to run towards holiness Pope Francis invites young people to run the race towards holiness and to dream of finding true happiness in Jesus. |
| God saves the whole person, body and soul Pope Francis focused on the truth that God wills to save the whole human person, body and soul. |
 “No one has greater love than this…” The liturgical feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe occurs on August 14. |
| ‘It’s evil not to do good!’ If we want to be a good Christian, we must also adhere to goodness and do good. |
| Pope commends Knights of Columbus for charity, Pope Francis has encouraged the Knights of Columbus in practical charity |
 Argentina Senate rejects voluntary abortion law Argentina’s Senate voted on Thursday against legalizing voluntary abortion into the 14th week of pregnancy. |
| Christians turn our gaze to Christ crucified Pope Francis continues his catechesis on the Ten Commandments. |
| Pope sends condolences to Indonesia earthquake victims In a telegram to Church and civil authorities in Indonesia, Pope Francis expresses his sorrow for the “tragic loss of life” |
 Pope Francis: ‘death penalty inadmissable’ In the light of the Gospel the Death penalty is an attack on the Dignity of the person |
 Love incompatible with idolatry The true God teaches us to love. |
 Pope Francis sends aid to Yemeni refugees Pope in solidarity with the refugees |
| Build Bridges Pope tells moral theologians of the need to build bridges of fraternity |
 Saints Joachim and Anne The Roman Catholic Church commemorates the parents of the Virgin Mary, |
 The Joy of Married Love “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” ohn 10:10 |
| Pope Assures Heartfelt Solidarity, Prayers, Blessings Pope Sends Telegram of Condolences for Those Affected by Wildfires in Greece |
| Do you want to grow in love? Keep Jesus close, pope says |
 World Meeting of Families in Dublin Dublin archdiocese seeks 4,000 Eucharistic ministers for papal Mass |
The Nunzio Sulprizio will be Canonized in October  The modern miracle of Fatima Pray the rosary every day. |
 Look to your Roots Pope Francis has taken time out of his vacation to send a video message to the young people of Antilles. |
 Two characteristics of missionary disciples Mission has a centre; Mission has a face |
 WMOF in Dublin All papal events booked out six weeks in advance |
Cardinal Tauran commended to God in Requiem Mass at St Peter's |
 Ireland's situation: post-referendum on abortion and pre-papal visit The current population looks like they might not be in favor of the Church. |
 Legal challenges to Canada Summer Jobs focus on freedom of speech Legal opposition continues to gather against a new rule for a long-standing Canadian summer jobs program. |
 Pope expresses solidarity and sadness for victims of Japan floods Pope Francis expressed his "heartfelt solidarity" |
 Mass for migrants Pope urges open hearts, doors towards continuing tragedy of migrants, refugees |
 Official Video "Here I Am, The Servant of The Lord" WYD Panama 2019 releases an international version of the hymn “Let it be done to me according to your word” |
 Francis' prayer intention for priests “The tiredness of priests...Do you know how often I think about it?” |
 Pope’s ecumenical and peace initiative in Bari on Middle East Christians The Pope’s ecumenical and peace initiative in Bari was presented at a press conference in the Vatican. |
| Fear sin, not death Catholics have no reason to fear death, instead, they should fear sin. |
 Christians are certain of Jesus’ identity You are the Christ, the Son of the living God |
| Prayerful hopes for greater experience of unity Pope Francis receives the traditional delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople. |
 The Commandments are an invitation Pope Francis continued his catechesis focussed on the Ten Commandments |
 Pope makes changes within College of Cardinals Pope Francis has transferred four Cardinals to the “Order of Bishops” within the College of Cardinals. |
| Respect for the world begins with respect for the human body Christian bioethics must begin with the profound conviction of the irrevocable dignity of the human person. |
| Middle East a crossroads of suffering Pope Francis warns of the risk that Christians could be eliminated from the Middle East. |
 Real ecumenism puts Christ over division Christ must be prioritized over any differences that might get in the way of unity. |
 Commandments are path to freedom. Pope Francis says the Commandments establish a dialogue between us and God. |
| Share the Journey The Pope highlighted the importance and the value of “sharing” spaces. |
 Pope denounces “slanderous communication” of dictatorships If you want to destroy institutions or people, you start by speaking ill of them |
| Exploiting women is a sin against God. Pope´s homily was a reflection on the many different ways in which women are exploited |
 Jesus desires reconciliation Pope Francis says that Jesus invites us to 'radical reconciliation'. |
| The Ten Commandments. Christians must pursue the path of true life, true love, true wealth |
 ‘The Holy Spirit – protagonist of evangelization’ Pope reflects on 3 aspects of evangelization present in the readings of the liturgy: proclamation, service and gratuitousness. |
 God’s love has no need for words but for concrete gestures' God´s love has no limits, his greatness is manifested in small things and tenderness. |
| Memory and hope go hand in hand Pope Francis has encouraged Christians to think back to their encounters with Jesus. |
 We are called to be gifts for others Pope Francis dedicated his catechesis on Wednesday to the Sacrament of Confirmation. |
| Pope Francis praying for victims of Guatemala volcano The Pope said he is praying for the eternal repose of the deceased . |
| May the Holy Spirit unite what is still divided. The Pope expressed his hope for a future in which all divergences will be overcome. |
| The Devil is behind every persecution Pope Francis reflected on how the Devil is the cause of all forms of persecution |
 The Solemnity of Corpus Christi this year. Pope to lead Corpus Christi procession in Ostia |
 Let yourselves be shaped by the Spirit. Pope Francis has reminded believers that Confirmation is an “undeserved gift” |
 Reject worldly patterns of behaviour that take away our freedom Pope Francis warns Christians against remaining attached to worldly ways of thinking |
| Joy is the air Christians breathe Pope reproposes the theme of being men and women bearing joy in his homily on Monday at Casa Santa Marta. |
 Health of family is decisive for world, Church Jesus accompanies families |
| Celebrating Our Lady of Sheshan The Holy Father invited us to keep our hearts far away from riches. |
| Pope asks for prayers for Catholics in China Without the Holy Spirit we are nothing. |
 Pope meets with Italian Bishops' Conference Crisis of vocations, Evangelical poverty and transparency, and Reduction and merging of dioceses. |
 The Church, like Mary, is woman and mother The first virtue of a mom is tenderness. |
| Don’t waste time being a busybody. Francis reminds bishops and all pastors to “love, tend the sheep, and prepare oneself for the cross” |
| May true unity be our goal There are 2 types of unity in his homily during Mass : One he calls “true” unity; and the other, “false” unity. |
 Let grace of Baptism bear fruit in your lives Pope Francis urges us to be guided by the light of Christ. |
| Be Bishops for your flock, not for your career Pope Francis says he prays all bishops follow the example of the Apostle Paul with his obedience to the Holy Spirit- |
| Our "destiny" is to live in friendship with Jesus Pope Francis urged Christians in their vocation to live their friendship with Jesus |
| “Frankness” and “Perseverance” , two keyword to keep in mind. Pope Francis Thursday paid a visit to two small Catholic communities in central Italy dedicated to living solidarity. |
 General Audience In Christ, and by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit, we are made adoptive children of the Father. |
 Don't dialogue with the devil, the great liar Never approach the devil nor talk to him: he is "defeated" . |
| Pope Francis sends video message to forum on 'modern-day slavery' Pope Francis has called for concerted effort on the part of all actors of society |
 A good bishop is watchful, involved and close to his flock A bishop is one who is close fo his flock |
| Transmitting the faith is a birth process Pope Francis focuses his homily on the characteristics needed to accompany the transmission of the faith. |
| Christians are called to make choices The Holy Spirit gives us the strength |
 Love knows how to find the good Pope Francis received Giorgio, Rosita and Davide Barolini, along with other members of the “Una Vita Rara” association. |
| Heaven is not boring heaven is the place of eternal joy in the face-to-face encounter with Jesus, not just some boring place as some imagine. |
 Without love the Church cannot move or grow. In the Last Supper, in which Jesus teaches love in the Eucharist and service in the washing of the feet. |
| Strengthened by Christ's Passover I can do all things in him who strengthens me. |
 The Church finds its balance when it is mobile. Pope Francis reflects on the readings of the day and the central role of the Holy Spirit in the disciple’s life. |
 Be like Jesus the Good Shepherd On Sunday Pope Francis ordained 16 men to the priesthood. |
| Christians are called to be 'couriers of hope' Living for others is the trademark of a Christian |
| Pope Francis marks anniversary of Benedictine Confederation The Pope recalled the vital work of the Benedictines and their contribution to the Church. |
| The sign of the cross is our badge To make the sign of the cross is to mark ourselves as Christians |
| The Church needs prophets A True Prophet is he who is capable of weeping for his people who do not heed him. |
| Follow Jesus out of faith, not self-interest. There are two ways of following Jesus: out of self-interest in his miracles or through faith in his word. |
| Christ gives true freedom True Christian freedom means having the clear-minded openness to make room for God in our lives and to follow Jesus. |
| ‘Easter joy brings obedience, witness, realism’ the Holy Father reflected on the three traits that are born from Easter joy: obedience, witness, and realism. |
 APOSTOLIC EXHORTATION A guide to Christianity for the 21st Century: the new Apostolic Exhortation of Pope Francis |
| Pope sends videomessage to Spanish religious God’s call does not work through marketing models. |
| Pope’s Apostolic Exhortation on holiness to be presented on Monday. An Apostolic Exhortation is considered the second-highest form of papal teaching, after an Encyclical Letter. |
| We should leave every Mass better than when we went in The Mass is not just a weekly commitment that can be forgotten about once people go out the church doors. |
 Today is a Day of Celebration This is because fraternity is the fruit of Christ’s death and resurrection |
| How will you respond to the resurrection? The announcements of God are always a surprise, because ours is a God of surprises |
 God is close to his people. The Lord always comes to us. |
| Easter Triduum is center of Christian faith Christ, my hope, is arisen; into Galilee he will go before his own. |
| Sudan Council of Churches met with Pope Francis “Working together as Christians is more important than stressing our differences" |
 World Water Day Contribution of Pope Francis and the Holy See |
| World Water Day Contribution of Pope Francis and the Holy See |
 Vatican releases Pope Francis' schedule for Holy Week The Vatican is preparing for Holy Week with a full schedule of celebrations scheduled for the holiest portion of the Church year. |
| We forget the Lord’s strength Pope Francis invites us to look at a Crucifix when we are depressed and tired out with life’s journey. |
 Pope Francis' 5th anniversary Pope Francis 19 March 2013 — 19 March 2018 |
 Obedience to the Gospel In his fourth Lenten meditation on Friday, Fr. Cantalmessa focuses on the place of obedience in the Christian life. |
| Prayer requires courage and patience Pope Francis reflects on the power of prayer, starting with the dialogue between God and Moses. |
| Pope Francis continues his catechesis Liturgy prepares us to receive Christ in Holy Communion |
 5th anniversary of Pope Francis' election The Volume ‘A Pope Francis Lexicon’ Was Created by Cindy Wooden and Joshua McElwee |
 Don’t be “parked Christians” True Christians don´t stop going forward after receiving the first gift of grace. |
 Every young person, should be able to hear the voice of God. Pope Francis on Friday told confessors that they have a special responsibility to help young people discern their vocations in life. |
 Dialogue essential to end suffering The oppressed and the persecuted is an integral part of the mission entrusted by God to the Church. |
| The Mass is Christ's sacrifice which is free Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the Mass focusing his attention on the Eucharistic Prayer. |
| God forgives only if we forgive others Pope Francis focused on admitting our sinfulness and forgiving others in order to obtain God’s pardon. |
 Faith and Religion are not a Show The Church urges us to Convert our Actions throught Fasting |
 Mercy Friday Pope visits women in semi-detention with young children |
 Modern individualism Reflects ancient Heresies Vatican letter says the difficulty many have in accepting the teachings of Christianity in today´s Society. |
| The first Christian altar was the cross To the altar we bring the little we have in our gifts |
 The Lenten season 40 days of abstaining These 17th century monks did a beer fast for Lent |
 First Lent Sermon 2018 “DO NOT BE CONFORMED TO THIS WORLD” (Rom 12:2) |
| 33rd World Youth Day Prayer and reflection of the Church will turn to you young people, said Pope Francis |
 The women in the Gospel Today's meditation in the spiritual exercises of the Pope. |
 Pope's spiritual exercises Even though we still are ‘incomplete’ and ‘under construction,’ Jesus offers us unconditional love. |
| Now is the time for conversion Lent is a time to face our temptations and be converted by the Gospel |
 Australian bishops dedicate start of Lent to abuse victims Four days of fasting and reparation. |
| Pope Francis' message for Lent 2018 The season of Lent as a “sacramental sign of our conversion”. |
 Dominicans worldwide Dominicans offered Masses for their deceased parents and for all deceased parents of friars. |
 Pope’s Advice for Lent Lent as a “sacramental sign” of our conversion. |
 Benedict XVI says he's 'on pilgrimage home' In a rare new letter penned by Benedict XVI said he is in the last phase of his life. |
| This Lent, revive your enthusiasm for the faith. May the light of Christ rising in glory dispel the darkness of our hearts and minds. |
 Prayer for Congo and Sudan Pope announces day of prayer, fasting for Congo and South Sudan |
| Remember you're going to die A good idea is to pray to God asking for a good sense of time. |
| Advice to Shepherds? Shepherds Do Not Put Up Signs With Hours. |
| Pope revamps ecclesiastical universities in new apostolic constitution. A radical reform to the Nature and Curriculum of Ecclesiastical Universities and Instituions. |
 Confront the lies of 'fake news,' Francis says The best “antidote” to the spread of falsehoods in ‘fake news’ aren’t strategies, he stated, but people. |
 March for Life in Paris From Darkness to lighte |
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