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.
"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."
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.
"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.