Just before some 1,500 priests, bishops and cardinals renewed their priestly promises, Pope Francis asked them to embrace "compunction," which he said was "an aspect of the spiritual life that has been somewhat neglected yet remains essential."
Contemplating Christ's passion should inspire Christians to be more patient in the face of their own suffering and trials, Pope Francis said.
Only Jesus can deliver humanity from hatred and violence, Pope Francis said on Palm Sunday.
Asked to reminisce about his life and where he was at key moments in history, the 87-year-old Pope Francis obliged, but also used the opportunity to talk about the lessons the events hold today and his hope for the future.
Men from all walks of life were there, old guys and young males, their children and grandchildren, single or married or divorced. All had in common a thirst for knowledge on how to be a better father.
For the second year in a row, Seven Sisters Apostolate founder Jeanette Howe will be the featured speaker at a Day of Reflection for women who participate in the ministry or are interested in learning more.
Diocese hosts speaker, author Bill Donaghy
What is a monastery? How do monasteries work? St. Benedict (480-547 AD), who is considered the founder of Western monasticism, offered this counsel as an essential rule for his monks: Stay in your cell and it will teach all you need to know.
In early March, representatives from Catholic Financial Life presented Medford’s Holy Rosary School with a donation of $400, proceeds from the annual Catholic Schools Week pancake breakfast, which was sponsored by the organization.
A couple reflects on hiking the Appalachian Trail
