Archive for December 28, 2022
Meet the Holy Innocents: The ‘infant martyrs’ who died for Baby Jesus
The Holy Innocents did not know Jesus, but they died in his place. Dec. 28 marks the feast of these... Read more
This Catholic family in Bethlehem has carved Nativity scenes for popes and presidents
The Zakharia Brothers woodworking factory makes handcarved Nativity scenes out of olive wood. Read more
Pope Francis: Pray for a ‘very ill’ Benedict XVI
Pope emeritus Benedict XVI is 95 years old. Read more
Vatican: Benedict XVI under medical care as health takes sudden turn
Pope Francis visited the 95-year-old pope emeritus after his Wednesday general audience. Read more
Pope Francis: The manger ‘is the throne of our King’
“The manger and the cross, this is the throne of Jesus,” Pope Francis said. Read more
Vatican shares prayer for Benedict XVI’s health
Pope Francis asked Catholics to pray for the “very ill” pope emeritus. Read more
The most frequently asked questions about Pope Benedict XVI
The news that Pope Benedict XVI is ill has sparked renewed interest in the details of his pontificate and his... Read more
Pope Francis on St. Francis de Sales: He taught that ‘devotion is meant for everyone’
“I find that his flexibility and his far-sighted vision have much to say to us.” Read more
Christians in Pakistan celebrate Christmas amid heightened security
For the last few weeks, law enforcement agencies put into place comprehensive security arrangements for church services held on Christmas. Read more
