Articles by Elise Harris
It's official: Pope Francis to canonize Fatima visionaries during May visit
Apr 20, 2017 / 02:06 amDuring his trip to Portugal for the centenary of the Fatima Marian apparitions next month, Pope Francis will canonize visionaries Francisco and Jacinta Marto, making them the youngest non-martyrs to ever be declared saints.
Pope taps new bishops for Davenport, San Diego dioceses
Apr 19, 2017 / 04:09 amOn Tuesday, the Vatican announced the appointment of Msgr. Thomas Robert Zinkula as the new leader of the Davenport diocese in Iowa, and Fr. John P. Dolan as a new auxiliary bishop for San Diego.
As Benedict turns 90, a rare glimpse into his joy-filled life
Apr 16, 2017 / 14:00 pmIn a lengthy interview with EWTN's German television branch, Benedict XVI's closest aide describes how the retired pontiff is doing as he turns the milestone age of 90, giving a rare look into what life is like for the Pope Emeritus.
Christ renews a weary humanity, Pope Francis says at Easter Vigil
Apr 15, 2017 / 12:46 pmDuring Easter Vigil at the Vatican Pope Francis noted that many people today mirror the sadness and grief of the women who went to Jesus' tomb thinking he was still dead. However, the Resurrection, he said, offers new hope for those who have perhaps lost it.
Syrian nun awarded by US will back any leader who brings peace
Apr 15, 2017 / 11:01 amAs the conflict in Syria rages on, a Salesian nun honored by the White House as a “Woman of Courage” said that no matter who is in charge, as long as they work for peace they have her vote.
You can show God's love even behind bars, Pope Francis tells inmates
Apr 13, 2017 / 10:24 amPope Francis spent Holy Thursday washing the feet of inmates, telling them in a brief homily that God is someone who loves until the end. He urged them to imitate this love even while in prison.
In new interview, Pope says to never give up hope for conversion
Apr 13, 2017 / 05:22 amPope Francis has given an interview ahead of his Holy Thursday visit to a prison, warning, among other things, against the hypocrisy of viewing inmates only as criminals beyond hope who deserve to spend their lives in jail.
The Gospel is never gloomy, but joyful, Pope tells priests
Apr 13, 2017 / 02:00 amDuring his annual Chrism Mass for Holy Week Pope Francis told priests to always convey the truth and mercy of the Gospel with joy, saying the “Good News” brought by Jesus can never be rigid or presumptuous, but is rather meek and humble.
Youth raise voices ahead of 2018 synod: we want to follow Christ
Apr 11, 2017 / 13:21 pmAt a prayer vigil with youth this weekend, Pope Francis said the Church needs to listen to the voice of young people, and some of them have responded saying they want to let the world know they are not tired of following Christ.
Pope prays for victims of attack on church in Egypt
Apr 9, 2017 / 03:16 amAfter a bomb blast killed nearly 30 people during Palm Sunday celebrations in Egypt, Pope Francis voiced his closeness to the Coptic community, and prayed for those who perpetrate violence through the arms trade.
This Holy Week, look for Jesus in those who suffer, Pope says
Apr 9, 2017 / 02:48 amOn Palm Sunday Pope Francis said that as Holy Week begins, we should contemplate not only the glory with which Jesus is recognized as king as he enters Jerusalem, but also the suffering he endures before his death, and which is seen in the many who suffer due to war, violence and slavery today.
Pope to youth: The Church needs to hear your voice
Apr 8, 2017 / 12:15 pmOn Saturday Pope Francis held a special prayer vigil in anticipation of WYD and the 2018 Synod of Bishops, telling youth that they are the voice of the future, and as such, have something to say to the entire Church, including to himself and the bishops.
ISIS captive among new refugees welcomed by Pope Francis
Apr 3, 2017 / 10:23 amThe Vatican has taken in three new Syrian families, some members of which were ISIS prisoners before gaining freedom and fleeing the country.
Benedict XVI tells EWTN: 'Thank you for your work'
Mar 31, 2017 / 15:42 pmMembers of EWTN’s Rome Bureau on Friday met Benedict XVI in the Vatican Gardens to explain their work and thank him for his service to the Church, while he in turn thanked them for their efforts.
Love must be core of family life, Pope says ahead of World Meeting of Families
Mar 30, 2017 / 04:30 amPope Francis issued a message ahead of the 2018 World Meeting of Families (WMOF), saying couples and families should root their relationships in the love of God, which then propels them to joyfully share it with others.
Moving forward amid crisis: A talk with the Order of Malta's chancellor
Mar 29, 2017 / 15:10 pmAfter what has been a tumultuous few months for the Order of Malta, Grand Chancellor Albrecht von Boeselager has opened up about the process of reform and the work they are currently doing to help migrants, refugees and those displaced by war and poverty.
Vatican official honors Mother Angelica with Mass at St. Peter's
Mar 28, 2017 / 10:31 amArchbishop Rino Fisichella celebrated Mass in St. Peter's Basilica to mark the one-year anniversary of the passing of Mother Angelica, saying the nun changed the face of the New Evangelization by riding the digital wave and using to communicate the Gospel in a fresh and appealing way.
Mother Angelica was a 'forerunner' of the New Evangelization
Mar 26, 2017 / 23:02 pmA veteran Vatican official praised EWTN foundress Mother Angelica as a pioneer of the New Evangelization, saying the way in which the Church speaks to the men and women of today wouldn't be the same without her influence.
Let go of 'false lights' that lead down the wrong path, Pope says
Mar 26, 2017 / 03:52 amOn Sunday Pope Francis said Lent is a key time to open ourselves to the light of Christ and let go of all the “false lights” that lead us away from him, taking us instead down a path of darkness marked by our own selfishness.
In Milan, Pope makes youth promise to never be a bully
Mar 25, 2017 / 12:27 pmIn last meeting during his day trip to Milan, Pope Francis issued a harsh criticism of bullying in schools, asking youth to promise him and Jesus to never bully others, and telling teachers to be aware of the problem.