Free to choose whether to migrate or to stay
Pope Francis has chosen “Free to choose whether to migrate or to stay” as the theme for the 109th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, to be…
No to water wars, abuse and waste
22 March marks World Water Day, an annual observance that celebrates this primary need and raises awareness of the 2 billion people living…
10 years of Pope Francis’ papacy
It was 2013 and the Church was in turmoil due to the election of a new Pope. The Argentine Jorge Mario Bergoglio was among the candidates,…
Pope decries conflicts and economic colonialism in DR Congo
In his first speech upon his arrival to the Democratic Republic of Congo, on Tuesday, Pope Francis decried the conflicts that…
FEBRUARY | For parishes
Sometimes I think that we should put a sign on the door of parishes that says, “Free admission.” Parishes should be close-knit communities,…
‘Young people thirst for horizons’
As young people from across the globe prepare to participate in World Youth Day in Libson, Portugal, Pope Francis sent them a video message…
Synod: second on-line course on synodality to start in February
As the 2021-2024 Synod on synodality continues through the Continental Stage, Latin American Members of the Theological Commission of the…
JANUARY | For educators
I would like to propose that educators add new content to their teaching: fraternity. Education is an act of love that illuminates the path…
‘The Lord’s birth is the birth of peace’
Offering his Christmas greetings from the central loggia of St. Peter's Basilica, Pope Francis gave his customary Christmas Day message and…
DECEMBER | For volunteer not-for-profit organizations
The world needs volunteers and organizations committed to seeking the common good. Yes, this is a word that many today would like to erase:…