"Are we protecting our unity in the Church with prayer?"
On 29 June, in his homily for the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Pope Francis stressed the importance of unity in the Church.
In Portugal: “#washing your hands is not enough”
Dita, from Portugal, writes about an initiative to connect by phone with elderly people who are suffering from loneliness during COVID-19. Many new friendships have resulted.
Some Advice for Newlyweds
Paz and Alejandro were married in May 1970, when Saint Josemaria was in Mexico for his pilgrimage to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Paz tells us how they managed to get him to participate in their wedding.
"I would like to keep on living"
Four stories about people who have overcome the "trial of the coronavirus": a 99 year old widow, a Down Syndrome boy, a retired domestic worker and a university professor.
Corpus Christi "Comes Home"
A young priest in Wales tells how he was able to bring the Blessed Sacrament to the homes of families despite the restrictions of the coronavirus lockdown.
"Prayer was the golden thread running through David's life"
In his 24 June General Audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on prayer, speaking about "The prayer of David."
Creating Jobs in Nairobi During COVID-19
Amid the ongoing pandemic, the life of the poor in Nairobi has become even more painful. One person recounts what he has tried to do to meet some of their more pressing needs.
Pope Francis Adds 3 New Titles to the Litany of Loreto
Download the Litany of Loreto with the 3 new titles added by Pope Francis.
"All our plans are always only 'penciled in'"
Katerina, who lives in Canada, recounts her family's struggles and joys during the quarantine.
"Moses urges us to intercede for the world"
In his 17 June General Audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on prayer, speaking about "The prayer of Moses."