"Marked by the seal of suffering"
In his 11 December general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the Acts of the Apostles, speaking about the persecution Saint Paul underwent.
"The enchanting image of the Christmas crèche"
Pope Francis' Apostolic Letter "Admirabile signum" on the Nativity scene, with link to free audio version.
The Pope's Prayer Intention for December
Every child who is marginalized, abused, abandoned, without schooling, or without medical care, is a cry that rises up to God.
A Rendezvous in Thailand with Pope Francis
Pope Francis visited Thailand in November 2019 on the occasion of the 350th anniversary of the Apostolic Vicariate of Siam (old name of Thailand).
Where God is "One More at the Table"
Paul has lived in Lebanon for the past few years, working for an NGO. A numerary of Opus Dei, he describes the apostolic work being done there as well as his personal impressions.
"Never give up: God can bring about good"
Antonio knows what it's like to fail. Due to circumstances beyond his control, he has had to change jobs and even his career a number of times. So when Antonio and his wife Tati talk about trusting God, it's not just a theory: it's an experience they've lived over and over again.
Apostolic Journey to Thailand and Japan
Links to all the interventions during Pope Francis' apostolic trip to Thailand and Japan (19 - 26 November).
"Can we understand suffering?"
Christine works as a nutritionist in a hospital in Brazil. Her daily contact with people with chronic illnesses has led her to reflect more deeply on the meaning of suffering.
Reading the "Fifth Gospel"
Saint Jerome called the land where Jesus lived the "fifth Gospel." Martin and Jernej, university students in Germany, recount highlights from their recent visit to the Holy Land and the Saxum Visitor Center.