Articles by Hannah Brockhaus
Two 20th-century martyrs move toward beatification
Jan 27, 2018 / 05:05 amSaturday Pope Francis moved two 20th-century martyrs a step closer to sainthood, including Veronica Antal, a young Romanian woman killed during an attempted rape in 1958, and Pierre Claverie, a bishop who promoted dialogue between Muslims and Christians in Algeria.
The Church must combat euthanasia mentality, Pope says
Jan 26, 2018 / 10:04 amPope Francis met with the members of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith Friday, affirming the dignity of every person and emphasizing the Church’s task of accompanying the ill and suffering, especially in the face of increasing support for euthanasia.
Vatican official hopes World Meeting of Families will promote family values
Jan 25, 2018 / 12:08 pmCardinal Kevin Farrell is in charge of the World Meeting of Families being held in August, and he has said he hopes the event will revitalize family life, both in Ireland and around the world.
Pope Francis to Christians: Our common Baptism unites us
Jan 25, 2018 / 10:51 amAt an ecumenical Vespers service Thursday, Pope Francis told members of several Christian communities that the grace of Baptism creates a unity in the family of God.
Pope decries religious persecution in meeting with Yazidis
Jan 24, 2018 / 10:12 amSpeaking to members of the Yazidi community, a religious minority which has been persecuted by the Islamic State, Pope Francis said Wednesday that everyone has a fundamental right to freedom of religion, and no person or group has the power to deny it.
Confront the lies of 'fake news,' Francis says
Jan 24, 2018 / 04:26 amIn his message for the World Day of Social Communications, published Wednesday, Pope Francis said that in a world of lightning-fast communication, there is a responsibility to combat falsehood and misinformation with truth, treating journalism as a people-oriented mission.
Amid deadly protests, Pope Francis appeals for peace in DRC
Jan 24, 2018 / 03:01 amAt the end of the general audience Wednesday, Pope Francis spoke out against violence, particularly its escalation amid political protests taking place in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Francis says comments on sexual abuse in Chile were 'not the best'
Jan 22, 2018 / 08:31 amAboard the papal plane from Lima to Rome Sunday, Pope Francis said that comments made to Chilean journalists Jan. 18 were not intended to cause pain for victims of clerical sexual abuse.
The Church needs you, Francis tells contemplative sisters in Peru
Jan 21, 2018 / 08:49 amSpeaking to contemplative women religious Sunday, Pope Francis said that they aren’t second-class, but a necessary part of the Church, and asked them to continue to pray on behalf of the Church and sinners.
Fight 'scourge' of violence against women, Pope says at Marian celebration
Jan 20, 2018 / 14:42 pmIf we’re confused, facing difficulties, or struggling with sin, we can look to Mary to help guide us to the arms of her Son, Pope Francis said Saturday during a Marian celebration in Trujillo, Peru.
When storms come, have faith in Jesus, Pope tells Catholics in Peru
Jan 20, 2018 / 07:55 amIn a homily Saturday, Pope Francis spoke about the natural disasters Peru experienced over the last year, praising the way in which Peruvians joined together to help one another during these difficult moments.
The world needs you, Francis tells young people at children's home
Jan 19, 2018 / 11:35 amSpeaking to kids at a home for orphaned and abandoned children on Friday, Pope Francis said they have much to offer the world by being themselves and sharing their experiences.
Pope in Peru: Don’t just protect the Amazon, protect its people
Jan 19, 2018 / 09:16 amSpeaking to members of Peru's indigenous Amazonian communities Friday, Pope Francis said that contrary to the consumerist mentality that places material objects above the good of the people, protecting the Amazon also means taking into account the best interests of those who live there.
Pope Francis in Chile: Don’t water down the joy of faith
Jan 18, 2018 / 07:37 amAt Mass in Iquique Thursday morning, Pope Francis drew attention to the care Mary shows at the Wedding at Cana, pointing to her as an example of how we can help others share in the joy and celebration found in the Gospel.
Faith is an adventure, Pope Francis tells Chilean youth
Jan 17, 2018 / 14:21 pmIn a meeting with youth during his second full day in Chile, Pope Francis said that faith is a grand adventure, one that gives young people the inspiration to overcome difficulties and dream big.
Admit your wounds and receive mercy, Pope tells Chilean priests, religious
Jan 16, 2018 / 14:13 pmPope Francis said Tuesday that even amid the pain which results from sinfulness, the Church can still serve the world if she acknowledges the reality of her woundedness and puts Christ and his mercy at the center of all things.
Pope lands in Chile with plea for forgiveness after abuse scandal
Jan 16, 2018 / 05:03 amIn the first official encounter of his apostolic visit to Chile, Pope Francis expressed his shame and sorrow for the child sexual abuse crisis that occurred at the hands of clergy of the Catholic Church.
Don’t let fear keep you from welcoming the stranger, Pope says
Jan 14, 2018 / 04:45 amAt a special Mass Sunday for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis said that while it is normal to be afraid of the unknown, we can’t let this direct how we respond to newcomers in our midst, who should be treated with respect and generosity.
Youth to be Vatican’s focus in 2018, Cardinal Parolin says
Jan 11, 2018 / 10:17 amIn an interview published Thursday, Cardinal Pietro Parolin said that for the Vatican, the new year will be marked by its attention to the lives of young people ahead of the 2018 Synod of Bishops.
Be intentional about silence during Mass, Pope Francis says
Jan 10, 2018 / 04:00 amPope Francis said Wednesday that moments of silence in the Mass should be intentional times of prayer, recollection and communion with God, rather than being viewed as times to just be quiet or not speak.