Tag: Pope Francis
Pope Francis offers hope, urges vaccine for disadvantaged, end to pandemic
VATICAN CITY -- On a Christmas like no other, Pope Francis prayed for people who could not be with their families because of the...
Christmas traditions shape our faith, help us share it with our...
When I think of Christmas traditions, I have memories of "Posadas," "Pastorelas" or Nativity plays, "pesebres vivientes" or living nativities, the "Misa del Gallo"...
Pope Francis and the pandemic, year in review: Prayer, online meetings,...
VATICAN CITY -- Like everyone else, Pope Francis' 2020 was dominated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lockdowns, live streamed Masses, video messages and even something akin...
Show the world the joy of faith, Pope Francis tells visitors...
VATICAN CITY -- Joy should be the hallmark of a Christian's life, a reflection of knowing that one is loved by God, saved by...
Vatican aims for eco-friendly, on-demand publishing with new digital press installation
VATICAN CITY -- After more than 400 years of printing for popes, the Vatican typography shop has acquired a digital press to help reduce...
An astronaut and a knight? This year’s Vatican Nativity scene generates...
VATICAN CITY -- Especially in a year when the COVID-19 pandemic will rule out many people's favorite Christmas traditions, they have a right to...
Nativity scene is reminder of hope amid suffering, Pope Francis says...
VATICAN CITY -- The image of baby Jesus nestled in the manger is a much-needed reminder during the pandemic that God gives the world...
Pope Francis announces Dec. 24 Mass to begin at 7:30 p.m....
VATICAN CITY -- Pope Francis will celebrate the Vatican's traditional Christmas "Mass during the Night" Dec. 24, but will begin the liturgy at 7:30...
When in need, don’t be ashamed to pray, ‘the cry of...
VATICAN CITY -- Praying to God in times of joy and sorrow is a natural, human thing to do because it connects men and...
Pope Francis says glimpse of promised life comes in ‘fullness and...
VATICAN CITY -- Mary's Immaculate Conception offers a glimpse to the promised life for all Christians who open their hearts to God and his...










