Archive for May 17, 2015

Benedict XVI greets Pope Francis during a consistory in St. Peter's Basilica, Feb. 22, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Matt Hadro

Will Francis build on Benedict's legacy when he visits the US?

Pope Francis will remain within the tradition of previous papal visits to the U.S. when he comes to the east... Read more

The grotto where Our Lady of Lourdes is said to have appeared. May 14, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

At Lourdes shrine, 'wounded warriors' can pray for peace and healing

Military service members’ annual pilgrimage to the Marian shrine of Lourdes can be a time of healing and peace, especially... Read more

Tapestries in St. Peter's Square show four saints canonized May 17: Marie Alphonsine Danil Ghattas, Jeanne Emilie de Villeneuve, Maria Cristina Brando, and Mariam Baouardy. ?w=200&h=150

By Ann Schneible

Pope Francis shares the secret of the saints: life in Christ's love

Pope Francis canonized the Church’s four newest saints on Sunday, praising their loving witness to Jesus Christ’s Resurrection. Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in Saint Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Nov. 5, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

Pope appeals for peace in Burundi

On Sunday morning, Pope Francis called for prayers for the people of Burundi, where violent clashes have broken out following... Read more

Tapestry of Sister Marie Alphonsine Danil Ghattas at St. Peter's Basilica May 16. ?w=200&h=150

By Ann Schneible

For Arab Christianity, new women saints give encouraging example

The Catholic Church’s celebration of the canonization of two new women saints from Palestine on Sunday helps recognize both women’s... Read more