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
On Wednesday, Pope Francis alluded to his upcoming message for the Eighth World Meeting of Families by calling this a “critical moment in the history of our civilization.” It is indeed a critical moment in our history, one that needs to be addressed in our families. As the USCCB explains, by definition, “’the family, is… Read More Celebrating the Domestic Church: The Transformative Power of 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
“Each son or daughter of a given country has a mission, a personal and social responsibility.” (To the members of Congress) “You are called to defend and preserve the dignity of your fellow citizens in the tireless and demanding pursuit of the common good, for this is the chief aim of all politics.” “A political… Read More 25 Quotes from Pope Francis’ Congressional Speech
Millennial co-founder Christopher Hale has a new article in the Washington Examiner with millennial Catholic Christopher White. They write: Francis speaks out for the poor and the immigrant, and for unborn children and their mothers. He upholds marriage while reaching out to the marginalized. He advocates for greater environmental conscientiousness while asking us to respect… Read More Pope Francis Wants Personal and Political Reform
You can watch Pope Francis’ speech at the White House here: And here is the text of the speech: Mr. President, I am deeply grateful for your welcome in the name of all Americans. As the son of an immigrant family, I am happy to be a guest in this country, which was largely built… Read More Pope Francis’ Speech at the White House
