Archive for December 10, 2023

Pope Francis confesses in St. Peter's Basilica.?w=200&h=150

By AC Wimmer

Hearing the pope’s confession: Vatican confessor reflects on sacrament

A veteran Vatican confessor spoke about his time as confessor to Pope Francis, stressing the enduring and essential role of... Read more

Pope Francis delivers his Angelus message on Dec. 10, 2023.?w=200&h=150

By Matthew Santucci

Pope at Angelus: ‘Through silence and prayer, we make space for Jesus’ 

Pope Francis highlighted the importance of listening to God by embracing the example of John the Baptist.  Read more

Cardinal Robert Sarah, former prefect of the Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments.?w=200&h=150

By ACI Africa

Cardinal Sarah addresses First African Congress on liturgy

Cardinal Robert Sarah recently cautioned against the overuse of cultural elements over Christian ones during liturgical celebrations. Read more

Black Elk, daughter Lucy Black Elk and wife Anna Brings White.?w=200&h=150

By Martin Barillas

The hidden life of Nicholas Black Elk revealed in canonization process

Two Jesuit priests have emphasized Black Elk’s enduring Catholic faith as his canonization process unfolds.   Read more

Patrick Norton stands near Sister Annella Zervas' grave, October 2022.?w=200&h=150

By Patti Maguire Armstrong

Orphan rescued by Mother Teresa promotes cause of Minnesota nun 

Patrick Norton, who was adopted as a boy, was painting a lamp post in a cemetery when he encountered who... Read more