Number of articles: 525

Catechesis on Vices & Virtues

A collection of Pope Francis’ audiences on vices and virtues (2024), downloadable as a free eBook.

"Christian love embraces what is not lovable"

In his 15 May general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about hope.

"No defeat is forever"

In his 8 May general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about hope.

"Fear is the great enemy of faith"

In his 1 May general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about faith.

"Walk in the footsteps of Jesus"

In his 24 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about the theological virtues.

Could do better: human dignity, what it is and how we could respect it more

As much as our age claims to respect human dignity, it often fails to do so. Fr Joseph Evans explains how the recently published Church document "Dignitas Infinita" suggests we have much room for improvement.

"He does not seek applause"

In his 17 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about the virtue of temperance.

"We are never alone!"

In his 10 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about the virtue of fortitude.

"We need righteous men and women"

In his 3 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechetical cycle on vices and virtues, speaking about the virtue of justice.

Pray the Regina Coeli

The Regina Coeli (or "Regina Cæli") is a Marian and Christological prayer honouring the Virgin Mary during the Easter season. The composition opens with the words, "Queen of Heaven," and is a liturgical celebration of the Resurrection of Mary's Son, Jesus Christ.