"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."
Honouring Old Age
In his 20 April general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the honour that they merit.
Holy Week with Pope Francis
Words of Pope Francis during Holy Week and the Paschal Triduum in Rome.
Pope's Prayer Intention for April 2022
Let us pray this month for health care workers who serve the sick and the elderly, especially in the poorest countries; may they be adequately supported by governments and local communities.
"We need an old age gifted with lively spiritual senses"
In his 30 March general audience Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the figures of Simeon and Anna in the Gospel.
"If we want the world to change, then first our hearts must change"
Homily of Pope Francis on March 25th during the celebration of the Sacrament of Penance with the Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.
Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary
Vatican text for the Act of Consecration to the Immaculate Heart of Mary that Pope Francis will read on Friday the 25th of March, Solemnity of the Annunciation of the Lord.
"Noah’s vocation remains ever relevant"
In his 16 March general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the elderly, speaking about the "holy patriarch Noah." At the end, the Holy Father read a prayer beseeching God for peace in Ukraine.