An Impossible Passport Situation
In July of 2011, I began the process of renewing my passport which was to expire in October. For the first time, I was being asked for certain documents that could only be obtained in the country where I was born. But this only became clear after the passport had already expired, a fact which prevented me from traveling to obtain the documents I needed.
February 16, 1932: “Love means deeds – not sweet words”
This divine locution gave rise to n. 933 in ‘The Way’: "There is a story of a soul who, on saying to our Lord in prayer, ‘Jesus, I love you,’ heard this reply from heaven: ‘Love means deeds, not sweet words.’ "Think if you also could deserve this gentle reproach".
Apostolic Visit to Mexico (12-18 February)
Complete itinerary for Pope Francis' trip to Mexico and brief stopover in Cuba, with links to all of his addresses and homilies.
Engagement: Looking Forward to Marriage
First in a new series of articles on the meaning of human love. "Being engaged was certainly not what I expected. It’s a time of learning to love selflessly, to put love into the details, and to put the other person first."
Joint Declaration of Pope and Patriarch
The declaration signed by Pope Francis and Patriarch Kirill stressed the need to protect persecuted Christians and to defend the family.
Everything I Was Looking For
One morning, I went out shopping for some work tools at a shopping center where I expected to find everything. But after 3 hours, I had only found one of the items I was looking for.
Lent: Pathway to Easter
"During Lent the Church again reminds us of the need to renew our heart and our deeds so that we can rediscover the centrality of the Paschal Mystery, a returning to eternal Love." An article on Christian life.
Time For Others
"Diligence is a virtue that especially characterized Dora," recalls Ma. Carmen Cominges, "She really knew how to maximize her time. It was typical to hear her say, 'As I have a few minutes to spare, I'm going to take advantage of them.'"
Audio of the Prelate: Feeding the Hungry and Giving Drink to the Thirsty
The Prelate reflects on two of the corporal works of mercy in this 9-minute audio recording.
Audio of Prelate: Feeding the Hungry and Giving Drink to the Thirsty
A new audio from the Prelate in the series on the corporal and spiritual works of mercy.