In Gaudete et Exsultate, Pope Francis writes: Christians too can be caught up in networks of verbal violence through the internet and the various forums of digital communication. Even in Catholic media, limits can be overstepped, defamation and slander can become commonplace, and all ethical standards and respect for the good name of others can… Read More Pope Francis on Defamation and Slander in Catholic Media

In Gaudete et Exsultate, Pope Francis writes: Hedonism and consumerism can prove our downfall, for when we are obsessed with our own pleasure, we end up being all too concerned about ourselves and our rights, and we feel a desperate need for free time to enjoy ourselves. We will find it hard to feel and… Read More Pope Francis: Hedonism and Consumerism Can Prove Our Downfall

via NY Times: Tens of thousands of Hondurans who have lived in the United States for up to two decades must prepare to leave, government officials announced Friday, a decision that effectively spells the demise of a humanitarian program that has protected nearly half a million people who had sought refuge from unstable homelands. The… Read More Catholic Leaders Criticize Trump Decision to End TPS for Tens of Thousands of Hondurans in US

Lay people are on the front line of the life of the Church. We need their testimony regarding the truth of the Gospel and their example of expressing their faith by practicing solidarity. Let us give thanks for the lay people who take risks, who are not afraid and who offer reasons for hope to… Read More Pope Francis’ Prayer Intentions for May 2018: For the Lay Faithful

via CNN: House Speaker Paul Ryan said Thursday he accepts the decision by the Rev. Pat Conroy, the House chaplain, to rescind his resignation, following a week’s worth of lawmakers from both parties questioning Ryan’s request that Conroy step down. “I have accepted Father Conroy’s letter and decided that he will remain in his position… Read More Paul Ryan Backs Down, Fr. Conroy Will Remain House Chaplain

via NY Times: The chaplain of the House of Representatives, who was recently forced to resign by Speaker Paul D. Ryan, said Thursday that he is rescinding his decision — in effect forcing Mr. Ryan to try to fire him. Father Patrick J. Conroy, a Catholic priest who has been the chaplain since 2011, wrote… Read More Fr. Conroy Rescinds Resignation, Setting Up Showdown with Paul Ryan

Here are six quotes from Pope Francis on saints and sainthood in Gaudete et Exsultate: [The Lord] wants us to be saints and not to settle for a bland and mediocre existence. (1) In times when women tended to be most ignored or overlooked, the Holy Spirit raised up saints whose attractiveness produced new spiritual… Read More 6 Quotes from Pope Francis on Saints