Tag: Pope Francis
Pope: St Teresa of Ávila shows importance of women in Church and society
Pope Francis marks the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of Saint Teresa of Ávila as a Doctor of the Church, and stresses her importance even today, especially in highlighting the role of women in the Church and in society.
Pope calls all Catholics to be missionaries of God’s mercy
Like the disciples, who experienced Jesus’ divine mercy after the resurrection, all Christians are called to become missionaries, sharing the Gospel of God’s love and mercy with others, Pope Francis said.
Pope’s prayer intention for April: ‘For fundamental human rights’
Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of April 2021, and urges everyone to pray for those fighting to protect people’s fundamental human rights in all parts of the world.
A bird’s nest and healing: Vatican sponsors event on preventing sexual abuse
The Vatican teams up with Harvard University to host a virtual Symposium on preventing and healing child sexual abuse, an event which grew out of a bird’s nest presented to Pope Francis, according to Jennifer Wortham.
New book tells story of Human Fraternity document
A press release describes the publication of the "first-ever book to recount the journey of human fraternity".
Pope at Easter Urbi et Orbi: ‘Risen Christ is hope that does not disappoint’
Pope Francis delivers his traditional Easter message “Urbi et Orbi” – to the city and the world – underscoring how today we celebrate the event that gives us the hope that does not disappoint: “Jesus who was crucified has risen”.