In back-to-back audiences with a group of French young people and an Italian association for deaf people, Pope Francis cited personal example and witness as a vital piece in the church’s evangelization mission.
Church needs joyful disciples, pope tells young people, deaf association
Divine Mercy Sunday celebrations set for April 28 around diocese
Here is a list of some of the parishes that are hosting special Divine Mercy Sunday celebrations April 28.
Organ donation fosters culture of life, pope says
Christians who donate their organs offer “a gift to the suffering Lord who said that everything we have done for a brother or sister in need we have done for him,” the pope said during a meeting with members of the Italian Association of Organ Donors.
Indiana parishes pray for fallen-away Catholics through Lent
Two parishes in Northwest Indiana dedicated their Lenten journey to praying for those who have left the Catholic Church and for their return to the fullness of the faith through the intercession of the Mother of God, Searcher for the Lost.
Sunday Scripture readings: April 21, 2019
The Resurrection of the Lord
First reading: Acts 10:34, 37-43
Second reading: Col 3:1-4 or 1 Cor 5:6-8
Gospel: Jn 20:1-9
Scholars say new findings in Dead Sea Scrolls add dimension to holy days
Experts say new research on the Dead Sea Scrolls reveal “secrets” about Passover and Easter.
God’s glory is shown on the cross, pope says at audience
The glory of God is not manifested with fanfare and applause but displayed through the love of Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross, Pope Francis said.
2019 Holy Week and Easter services and retreats
The following are services and retreats for Holy Week and Easter. 2019 Holy Week Events (PDF)