he pronounced the famous prayer of St. Bernard, the Memorare: “Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary ...” And for the first time in a long time, Francis found some of the peace for which he ...

To complement the informative text and videos, prayers of St. Francis and St. Clare are also provided. This course has a required text: William J. Short O.F.M. Poverty and Joy: The Franciscan ...

Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA The papal text ... St. Peter’s Square on Feb. 9, 2025. Credit: Daniel Ibáñez/CNA Speaking in his own voice during the Angelus prayer that followed the Mass, Pope ...

Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s ... the Holy Father will not lead the Angelus prayer; nevertheless, he intended to send the text for its publication,“ the Holy See Press Office adds.

Indulgences can be granted to Catholics for actions like completing specific prayers ... Pope Francis inaugurated the current Jubilee by walking through the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica.

The Hebrew Bible, which Christians call the Old Testament, offers instructions about celebrating a Jubilee every 50 years. The Jubilee has roots in the Jewish practice of Sabbath rest every seven days ...

First victim named as Syrian refugee as multiple nationalities among 10 killed - Suspected Örebro shooter Rickard Andersson was a 35-year-old recluse without a job, Swedish media reported ...

Catholic leaders in the Philippines have called on the faithful to pray for the health of Pope Francis as he continues his ...

With the news this morning of Pope Francis being in the hospital, we invite all of our readers to pray for the Holy Father. Pope Francis was admitted to Rome’s Gemelli Hospital on Friday to ...

Pope Francis's respiratory tract infection is showing some signs of improvement, but the hospitalised pontiff will not lead ...

Doctors had prescribed "absolute rest" so Francis will not lead Sunday's Angelus prayer but instead send a text for its publication, the Vatican said. "Pope Francis has been updated on the many ...