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

Here are some highlights from the pope’s address on religious freedom in Philadelphia: Those ringing words (of the Declaration of Independence) continue to inspire us today, even as they have inspired peoples throughout the world to fight for the freedom to live in accordance with their dignity. But history also shows that these or any… Read More Pope Francis’ Speech on Religious Freedom

Check out these recent articles from around the web: Pope Francis, the Prince of the Personal by David Brooks: “Francis offers a model on two great questions: How do you deeply listen and learn? How do you uphold certain moral standards, while still being loving and merciful to those you befriend?” Pope Francis’s actions speak… Read More Around the Web

Over 60 Catholics leaders, including two former presidents of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops and the presidents of the AFL-CIO and SEIU, have signed a letter that calls for the creation of a more family-friendly economy. The letter says: The essential role that families play is being threatened by the economic pressure and insecurity… Read More Catholic Leaders Sign Letter Calling for an Economy That Supports Families

Pope Francis spoke to the bishops of the United States yesterday in Washington DC. Francis thanked and praised the bishops for some of their efforts, while also offering some advice (“some reflections which I consider helpful for our mission”). He encouraged them to show how the way, truth, and life of Christ can bring meaning… Read More Pope Francis’ Advice to the US Bishops