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Marie Miller, who performed before the Pope at the World Meeting of Families, Sept. 26, 2015. Photo courtesy of Missing Piece Media.

What's it like to play for the Pope? Here's how one Catholic artist described it

Sep 29, 2015

By Matt Hadro

Performing for Pope Francis at Saturday’s Festival of Families in Philadelphia was an answer to prayer for musician Marie Miller,... Read more

Pope Francis arrives in Philadelphia, greeted by Archbishop Chaput on September 26, 2015.

After the Pope's visit – an exclusive interview with Archbishop Chaput

Sep 29, 2015

By Michelle La Rosa

Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia hosted Pope Francis in his highly-anticipated first visit to the United States. As the dust... Read more

The Walker family from Argentina embraces Pope Francis in Philadelphia, Sept. 27, 2015.

Pope Francis met Argentine family who travelled 11,000 miles to Philadelphia

Sep 28, 2015

The Holy See press officer explained on Sunday that that morning Pope Francis had met with the Walkers, a family... Read more

Pope Francis at the World Meeting of Families Sept. 26 2015 © L'Osservatore Romano.

Pope Francis: I leave with a heart full of gratitude and hope

Sep 27, 2015

As he concluded his historic visit to the United States, Pope Francis thanked organizers and volunteers, saying that he concludes... Read more

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in St. Peter's Basilica on Sept. 2, 2015.

Watch LIVE coverage of Pope's Mass for the World Meeting of Families

Sep 27, 2015

Pope Francis will say Mass to conclude the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia this afternoon at 4 pm ET,... Read more

Pope Francis speaks at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary in Philadelphia to bishops taking part in the World Meeting of Families, Sept. 27, 2015.

Help youth be brave in opting for marriage and family, Pope tells bishops

Sep 27, 2015

Pope Francis told bishops Sunday that a widespread consumerism and desire to follow new fads has rendered youth fearful of... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to bishops in Philadelphia Sept. 17, 2015.

'God cries' for victims of abuse, Pope says after meeting survivors

Sep 27, 2015

Pope Francis this morning met with 5 survivors of sexual abuse during his visit to Philadelphia, telling bishops afterward that... Read more

Pope Francis in Philadelphia on Sept. 26, 2015.

Pope Francis off-the-cuff: Family is the most beautiful thing God made

Sep 26, 2015

A visibly moved Pope Francis ditched his prepared remarks in speaking to thousands of families gathered in Philadelphia Saturday night... Read more

Pope Francis greets a mother and daughter during a special meeting with sick children in New York City, Sept. 25, 2015.

The most important part of the Pope's trip is still to come

Sep 26, 2015

By Michelle La Rosa

While the Pope’s speeches to Congress and the United Nations have drawn much attention, the upcoming weekend is the main... Read more

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.

Full text of Pope Francis' homily at Mass with clergy and religious

Sep 26, 2015

Pope Francis is now saying Mass at Philadelphia's Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul for clergy and religious, and... Read more

Cardinal Sean O'Malley of Boston gives a keynote address in Philadelphia at the World Meeting of Families, Sept. 25, 2015.

Cardinal O'Malley to families: Want to evangelize? You'd better have these two qualities

Sep 25, 2015

By Michelle La Rosa

As thousands of Catholics descended upon Philadelphia to hear talks about family and faith, Boston Cardinal Sean O'Malley had a... Read more

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How marriage prep is failing Catholics, and what we can do about it

Sep 18, 2015

By Mary Farrow

The Church needs to seriously consider changing the way it approaches marriage preparation say John and Claire Grabowski, a couple... Read more

   Pope Francis with Archbishop Charles Chaput at the Wednesday general audience in St. Peter's Square on June 24, 2015.

Are Pope Francis and the US bishops split? Don't believe the critics.

Sep 3, 2015

Ahead of the papal visit to the U.S., some critics have painted a narrative pitting Pope Francis against the “conservative”... Read more

Family.

What to learn at the World Meeting of Families: The family is a gift from God.

Aug 30, 2015

The World Meeting of Families event next month in Philadelphia aims to lead families to know their importance as a... Read more

Pope Francis embraces Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia at the General Audience in St. Peter's Square, June 24, 2015.

For Archbishop Chaput, Vatican synod, Philly family meeting providentially linked

Jun 25, 2015

By Alan Holdren

Archbishop Charles Chaput of Philadelphia sees a providential link between September’s World Meeting of Families and October’s Synod on the... Read more

Andrea Bocelli

Coming to the World Meeting of Families: Andrea Bocelli

Jun 24, 2015

Renowned classical tenor Andrea Bocelli is accustomed to performing sold-out concerts around the world. He is comfortable center stage at... Read more

Bowling with Bishops – and other things to expect at the World Meeting of Families

Jun 11, 2015

By Mary Farrow

Bring your mitre and your bowling ball if you plan on coming to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of Families... Read more

Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul in Philadelphia.

'Gay agenda' at the World Meeting of Families? Not at all, Philly Archdiocese says

May 31, 2015

By Hillary Mast

In response to claims that a “gay rights activist” is acting as “gatekeeper” to exhibitors at the upcoming World Meeting... Read more

The Walker Family.

Argentine family asks for help arriving at World Meeting of Families

May 8, 2015

A family from Argentina who has left everything behind to travel 11,000 miles to Philadelphia for the World Meeting of... Read more