Dear Brother Cardinals,Brother Bishops and Priests,Distinguished Authorities and Members of the Diplomatic Corps.Greetings to the pilgrims who have come for the Jubilee of Confraternities! I greet all of you with a heart full of gratitude at the beginning of the...
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Pope Leo XIV White Sox Hat Is Here (And The Debate Is Solved!)
Is Pope Leo XIV, Chicago native, a White Sox or a Cub's fan? The debate has been solved with two pieces of evidence. Is Pope Leo XIV a White Sox or Cubs fan? This interview with Pope Leo XIV's brother. View this post on Instagram...
What To Know About The New Pope Leo XIV
Habemus Papam! Who is the new Pope? "I’m a son of St. Augustine. I’m an Augustinian.With you I am a Christian, and for you I am a bishop.So may we all walk together toward the place that God has prepared for us.May we walk together, accompany each other to the Church...
What Is Sede Vacante?
What Does A Cardinal Wear?
Have you ever wondered what a Cardinal is wearing and why? Catholic-Link breaks it down for you! What Does A Cardinal Wear? Mainly red, specifically Scarlet, representing a willingness to die for the Catholic Faith. THE BIRETTAA hat that is square with rigid flap. THE...
The Benefits Of Prayer For The Conclave
“I’ll pray.” What better response could we find for any challenge or difficulty? St. Paul tells us to pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17), remaining like the widow petitioning the judge until he heard her request. God is our loving Father, and he wants to hear...
The Legacy Of Pope Francis: Ten Enduring Marks Of His Papacy
Every man elected to the office of the papacy hopes to leave behind a lasting legacy, a testament of love and dedication to the Catholic Church and the world. Jorge Mario Bergoglio began his pontificate in 2013 as Pope Francis. By the time of his passing on April 21,...
St. Pope John Paul II Died 20 Years Ago On April 2, 2005
FACTS ABOUT St. John Paul II (1920 - 2005) St. John Paul II was the first non-Italian pope since 1523. He was elected in 1978. He strongly defended human dignity and rights, speaking out against oppression, war, and social injustices. He was instrumental in the fall...
Come Holy Spirit: Teaching Catholic Kids About The Pope
During this Season of the Resurrection, we are mindful that the ministry of Jesus did not come to an end with His earthly life. Just before His Ascension, Jesus promised to send the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, to strengthen and guide His Church. The Holy Spirit...
Don’t Be Afraid! | 10 Pope Francis Quotes From World Youth Day The Secular Media Isn’t Sharing
I couldn't help but notice that there wasn't much secular news coverage of this year's World Youth Day celebration in Lisbon. Maybe it's because the media couldn't twist Pope Francis' words out of context as easily as they usually do with our Holy Father? Throughout...
When Should Parents Start Teaching Theology Of The Body To Their Children?
Parents often wonder when they should begin teaching the Theology of the Body (TOB) to their children…the answer is: In the womb! Yes, that means talking to your unborn child who begins to hear and recognize voices—your body matters to the unborn child. “The Body...
10 Lent Quotes From Pope Francis To Celebrate His 10th Anniversary As Pope
Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected Pope on March 13, 2013, during the season of Lent. Each year, during this season of the Church, Pope Francis provides wisdom and encouragement for our Lenten journey. Today, we present a Lent quote from each year of Pope Francis'...
Why Is Peter The New Steward Of The Kingdom?
What is the Steward of the Kingdom? A steward is appointed by the ruling king or queen to represent them and help them to govern. Another word we could use to describe the steward is “prime minister.” In the Old Testament, the chief steward of the king was able to...
9 (Easy To Understand!) Quotes From Pope Benedict XVI’s Encyclicals That Teach Us To Love, Hope, And Trust
CARITAS IN VERITATE | June 29, 2009 Each person finds his good by adherence to God's plan for him, in order to realize it fully: in this plan, he finds his truth, and through adherence to this truth he becomes free (cf. Jn 8:32). Pope Benedict XVI Without God...
Is Pope Benedict XVI A Future Doctor Of The Church?
Today we mourn the loss of Pope Benedict XVI, a holy man of God who lived the faith well. May he rest in the arms of God for eternity! Read more about his life and be inspired by his legacy. Pope Benedict XVI Dies At The Age Of 95...
What Did Pope Pius X Contribute To The Catholic Church?
Who Was Pope St. Pius X? Born in 1835 in Venice, Guiseppe Melchiorre Sarto was pope from 1903 to 1914 under the name Pius X. He was a staunch defender of the truth, a liturgical reformer, and a man of great faith. Pope St. Pius X is well known globally for his...
What You Should Know About Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter on The Liturgy – Desiderio Desideravi
What is Desiderio desideravi? Desiderio desideravi, the title of Pope Francis’ 2022 document on the Sacred Liturgy, comes from the Latin version of Luke 22:15: “I have earnestly desired (desiderio desideravi) to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.” Pope...
The Preacher To The Popes: Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa
We know the Pope as someone who inspires the world, but have you ever wondered who inspires the Pope? Did you know that the Pope has an official preacher? If that’s news to you, you’re not alone! This unique position has existed since 1555, with each apostolic...
What Is The Second Vatican Council? And, Why Did It Create Controversy?
A New Ecumenical Council On January 25, 1959, Pope St. John XXIII took the world by surprise by calling a new ecumenical council of the universal Church. We now know this council as the Second Vatican Council (Vatican II), so called because it was held in Vatican...
No Drums? No Guitars? Why The Organ Is The Catholic Church’s Favorite
Tra Le Sollecitudini – “Among the cares” In November 1903, Pope St. Pius X issued the Motu Proprio “Tra Le Sollecitudini” which is Italian for “Among the cares.” It is worth reexamining this excellent writing to glean from it the wisdom which endures. Of course,...
Breaking Open Pope Francis’s Motu Proprio – Traditionis Custodes
Pope Francis released a motu proprio on Friday, July 16, 2021, entitled Traditionis Custodes (“Guardians of Tradition”). This document will almost certainly be interpreted differently depending on the perspective of the reader. Those who currently and regularly attend...
The Church Is The “Mystical Body Of Christ”…Here’s What That Means
A Reminder in Time of War A full year before the invasion of Normandy by Allied forces during World War Two, in June 1943, Pope Pius XII issued an encyclical letter entitled “Mystici Corporis Christi.” This encyclical is nothing new in Catholic teaching but was an...
How I’m Living Out Pope Francis’ Fratelli Tutti
Fratelli Tutti Fratelli Tutti is the encyclical Pope Francis. wrote in 2021. Fratelli Tutti draws its name from the “Admonitions” of St. Francis of Assisi who reminded his friars that all men are brothers in being created by the same Creator. As human beings, men and...
St. John Paul II And The Gospel of Life
The Gospel of Life It has been a quarter of a century since the landmark encyclical of St. John Paul II, Evangelium Vitae (The Gospel of Life), was released. In that time, the truths contained have become even more poignant and applicable to our concrete individual...
Pope Francis Encourages Families Saying The Best Is Yet To Come
“I remember once how my mother was asked which of her five children – we are five brothers – did she love the most. And she said: it is like the fingers on my hand, if I prick one of them, then it is as if the others are pricked also. A mother loves her children as...