Mary, Mother of the Church
The Monday after Pentecost is now the feast of the memorial of Mary, "Mater Ecclesiae." Some texts from Pope Francis and Saint Josemaria to help us appreciate this liturgical feast.
"Forsake me not when my strength is spent"
In his 1 June general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on old age, speaking about the example of prayer and faith given by the elderly.
Worldwide Rosary for Peace
On Tuesday, 31 May, at 6pm (Rome time), the Pope will pray the Rosary before the statue of Mary Regina Pacis in Rome's Marian Basilica, for peace in Ukraine.
Listening with the ear of the heart
Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 56th World Day of Social Communications on 29 May 2022.
"The mystery of God’s tenderness hidden behind his silence"
In his 18 May general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the Book of Job.
"This is how I would like all our grandmothers to be"
In his 11 May general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the Old Testament heroine Judith.
"Vocation, like holiness, is not reserved for a few"
Message of Pope Francis for the 2022 World Day of Prayer for Vocations on Sunday 8 May.
"The elderly Naomi reopens the future for Ruth"
In his 27 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the "alliance between the generations."
Closing of the Celebrations for the 500 Years of Christianity in the Philippines
Full text of homily by CBCP President Bishop Pablo Virgilio David at the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral on Divine Mercy Sunday, 24 April 2022
Honouring Old Age
In his 20 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the honour that they merit.