In a message for the Feb. 11 World Day of the Sick, Pope Francis emphasized a patient-centered approach to medical care.
In World Sick Day message, pope says progress must never trump care
Sunday Scripture readings: Jan. 2, 2022
The Epiphany of the Lord
First reading: Is 60:1-6
Second reading: Eph 3:2-3, 5-6
Gospel: Mt 2:1-12
Pope, patriarch offer prayers as young Europeans hold Taizé prayer online
By Cindy Wooden | Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Although young adults from across Europe will not pray in the New Year together in […]
Pope asks pontifical council to begin planning Holy Year 2025
A holy year or jubilee is a time of pilgrimage, prayer, repentance and acts of mercy.
Even the Holy Family felt stress, pope tells families
The COVID-19 pandemic has been tough on families, but with extra patience and faith, bonds can grow stronger, Pope Francis wrote in a letter released on the feast of the Holy Family.
7 days of reflection to make your Christmas season shine
The feast days from Dec. 26 through Jan. 9 are all part of the season of Christmas.
Sunday Scripture reading: Dec. 26, 2021
Feast of the Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph
First reading: Sir 3:2-6, 12-14 or 1 Sm 1:20-22, 24-28
Second reading: Col 3:12-21 or 1 Jn 3:1-2, 21-24
Gospel: Lk 2:41-52
This year Catholics have a dual Mass obligation the weekend of Dec. 25-26
If you go to Christmas Mass on Saturday, do you still have to go to Sunday Mass the next day? Is Jan. 1, the solemnity of Mary, a holy day of obligation this year?