Tag: Pope Francis
Francine and Byron Pirola: Families on mission
In 2016 Pope Francis published Amoris Laetitia which translates as the ‘Joy of Love’. The document, the result of discernment over several years and...
Let’s celebrate the Mass the way Vatican II wanted
We owe it to the Novus Ordo to celebrate it the way Vatican II really intended. Dominus vobiscum!
When Spider-Man met the Pope
The part-time 'Spider-Man' from northern Italy said he uses his free time to dress up and visit hospitals.
Grandparents’ offer ‘phenomenal’ support
As the World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly draws near, Sydney mums praise their parents
Parenting is a challenging gig, but it’s certainly made...
Pope Francis tells elderly “You are needed”
In a message for the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, Pope promotes memory, prayer.
Australian nuncio picked for Holy Land post
Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop Adolfo Yllana as the apostolic nuncio to Israel and Cyprus.
Pope unveils canon law reforms on abuse
Major reform of canon law toughens abuse regulations
A series of laws and procedures promulgated by now-retired Pope Benedict XVI and, especially, by Pope Francis...
Say yes to the Spirit and no to ideologies, says Pope
The Holy Spirit tells Church 'to comfort those alone' today
The Holy Spirit's gift of comfort and solace is meant to unite all men and...
Underground bishop, priests, arrested in China
Fresh crackdown came in lead up to Marian feast day
Authorities in northern China have arrested a Vatican-appointed Catholic bishop, his seven priests and 10...
Pope appeals for peace in Holy Land
The death of children in the conflict is "unacceptable"
The injury and death of so many innocent people, especially children, caused by escalating violence between...
Pope Francis’ Rosary Marathon Live from St. Mary’s Cathedral
St. Mary's Cathedral has been chosen as one of 30 Marian Shrines for Pope Francis' May Rosary Marathon. Here's how to join in from...
Papal boost for catechists
The Sydney Archdiocese has welcomed Pope Francis’ formal recognition of the ministry of catechists, officially announced today.
