An environment of survival withers the hearts of our elderly, taking away their ability to dream. In this way, it cripples the prophecy that our young are called to proclaim and work to achieve.
Pope Francis
Two Cardinals Celebrate Funeral of a Homeless Person
“May we be reminded of the words of St. Gregory the Great, who, when faced with the death of a mendicant from cold, said that Masses would not be celebrated that day because it was like Good Friday.”
Aren’t We All “Flat-earthers”?
There is no doubt in my mind that the earth is a globe revolving in space! So how could I be a “flat-earther”?
Pope Francis: Why the only Future Worth Building Includes Everyone
A few months ago, Pope Francis filmed a message that is worthwhile to meditate upon and may bring to life all of us who are followers of Saint Vincent de Paul. In it he speaks of matters that are very close to our charism: providing a welcome, the need we have of each...
September 27: Share the Journey
Pope Francis is being joined by bishops around the world in launching a global campaign to support our brothers and sisters who have fled their homes seeking a decent and safe life for their families. This historic campaign, “Share the Journey” will respond to some of...
The Pope Video: Those Distant from the Christian Faith
Those Distant from the Christian Faith, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Tuesday, July 4. We all know someone close to us who has grown distant from the faith. Let us help them to live the joy of Jesus and pray with the...
The Pope Video: Eliminate Arms Trade
Eliminate Arms Trade, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Friday, June 2. Let’s put an end to the arms trade. We can do this. And it’s urgent that we do it. The world does not need merchants of death who get rich on...
The Pope Video: Christians in Africa
Christians in Africa, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Thursday, May 4. That Christians in Africa, in imitation of the Merciful Jesus, may give prophetic witness to reconciliation, justice, and peace. Africa is a continent...
The Pope Video: Youth
Youth, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Tuesday, April 4. Young people have in their hands the challenge of building a more just future, a future of solidarity. Let us support them. Let’s pray with the Pope that our youth...
The Pope Video: Help for Persecuted Christians
Help for Persecuted Christians, which is part of "The Pope Video" series promoted by the Vatican, was released Thursday, March 2. In many parts of the world, there are Christians who are persecuted simply because of the fact that they are Christians. They need not...
Pope Francis and the Gifts of Lent
Is it that time already? Yes, it is! Lent is just a few weeks away and Pope Francis has released his thoughts for Lent and its gifts. “The Word Is a Gift. Other Persons Are a Gift” In Lent he invites us to: rediscover the gift of God’s word, be purified of the sin...
Pope Echoes Frederic Ozanam
“We must work toward changing the rules of the game of the socio-economic system, imitating the Good Samaritan of the Gospel is not enough.”
