Around the Web

Check out these recent articles from around the web: The ‘Francis effect’ is about more than politics by Allison Walter: “During my sleep-deprived adventure, I saw my church come alive, with millions gathered together in song in the city streets because they have renewed hope. I had strangers tell me that they’re giving the church… Read More Around the Web

Vatican: Pope’s Brief Encounter with Kim Davis Does Not Reflect Support For Her Position

The Vatican has finally offered some clarity on the Pope Francis-Kim Davis meeting with a statement that undermines claims that Pope Francis intended to demonstrate support for her position. The statement reads: The brief meeting between Mrs. Kim Davis and Pope Francis at the Apostolic Nunciature in Washington, DC has continued to provoke comments and… Read More Vatican: Pope’s Brief Encounter with Kim Davis Does Not Reflect Support For Her Position

Quote of the Day

Pope Francis: “May the forthcoming Holy Year of Mercy, by drawing us into the fathomless depths of God’s heart in which no division dwells, be for all of you a privileged moment for strengthening communion, perfecting unity, reconciling differences, forgiving one another and healing every rift, that your light may shine forth like “a city… Read More Quote of the Day

5 Highlights of the Pope’s Off-the-Cuff Address to Families

Check out some of the most interesting remarks the pope made in his off-the-cuff address at the World Meeting of Families: “…it is worthwhile to live as a family…a society grows strong, grows in goodness, grows in beauty and truly grows if it is built on the foundation of the family.” “When the man and… Read More 5 Highlights of the Pope’s Off-the-Cuff Address to Families