Minnesota’s Catholic leaders are pointing a way forward: Christ’s example of forgiveness, compassion and thirst for justice .
Minneapolis Catholics continue prayers, reflection after Chauvin verdict
Despite hardships, pope says there is much for which to be thankful
Despite the absence of Pope Francis at the final liturgy of the year, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re read the pope’s remarks urging people to find meaning in the pandemic.
Reconciling oneself to God leads to healing, pope says in Lenten message
Lent is a time for deeper dialogue with God through prayer, for renewed gratitude for God’s mercy and for increased compassion for people whose lives are under attack, Pope Francis said.
Love of God, love of neighbor are tied together, pope says
Praying that Catholics would understand and act on “the inseparable bond” between love of God and love of neighbor, Pope Francis again appealed for a solution to the crisis in Venezuela.
Seeing the best at the worst of times
In experiencing the best of humanity in Gander, Newfoundland, a couple’s fear and fatigue were met with comfort and compassion.
World needs leaders who are just, compassionate, merciful, pope say
Pope Francis stressed the need to build bridges, not walls in a letter to a group of Catholic theologians and ethicists meeting July 26.
Sunday Scripture readings: Dec. 4, 2016
Second Sunday of Advent First Reading: Isaiah 11:1-10 Responsoral Psalm: 72: 1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17 Second Reading: Romans 15:4-9 Gospel Reading: Matthew 3:1-12 By Jean Denton […]
Letting God’s mercy fall on us and throughout the world
God pardons all our faults, our weaknesses, our struggles. Shouldn’t we also do the same for others?