God’s name can never be used to justify ‘absurd’ pursuit of war, pope says
ROME (CNS) — Believing problems and differences can be resolved with war is absurd, Pope Leo…
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Faith and flowers: Special rules keep God’s house simply beautiful
Of the many traditions and penitential practices observed during the season of Lent, one of the…
Jesus is close by, just open your eyes, Pope Leo tells young people
ROME (CNS) — Every Catholic parish needs to show that Jesus, who promises a just, true…
Vatican hosted its own mini Paralympics half a century before Games’ official start
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — More than 50 years before the first Paralympic Games were held in…
Church can teach what’s at stake when nations choose war, not peace, cardinal says
CASTEL GANDOLFO (CNS) — In a fractured world threatened by war, Christians can strengthen their bonds…
In the face of evil, Christians must be signs of hope, pope says
ROME (CNS) — Life is a journey that requires trust and reliance on Jesus, who sometimes…
U.S. visitors’ office saw big uptick in serving pilgrims during 2025
ROME (CNS) — The Jubilee Year, the death of Pope Francis and the unexpected election of…
God offers new possibilities, not prohibitions, with his invitation to love, pope says
ROME (CNS) — While Satan tempts humanity with the lie of gaining unlimited power, God offers…
Dare to be free, walk away from stagnation, pope says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — During Lent, people of faith come together to recognize their sins, which…
A true parish welcomes everyone, pope says
An authentic Christian community knows how to sincerely and joyfully welcome everyone: Catholics, non-Catholics and people…
Pope supports solidarity with immigrants in U.S., archbishop says
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — All Catholics are called to stand together by reaching out to their…