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Thousands march in support of life, family in El Salvador
Thousands participated Nov. 3 in the “Family is Life” march in San Salvador, calling on authorities to end efforts to... Read more
Families are called to unity, Pope Francis says
Divorce and separation may be common, but the model families should strive after is unity, and people should not forget... Read more
The truth frees us, pope tells Irish bishops
During his last stop in Dublin Sunday, Pope Francis met with the bishops of Ireland, telling them to take encouragement... Read more
Be a 'beacon of joy,' Francis tells families in Ireland
Pope Francis encouraged attendees at an evening festival for the World Meeting of Families to radiate joy into the world... Read more
Family love teaches the world about God's love, says cardinal
Love in the family is the first step to teaching the world about the love of God, said Cardinal João... Read more
The Holy Family is a bright light in dark times, cardinal says
In the face of attacks on the family, the Church should strive to imitate the Holy Family, which shines through... Read more
Pope says abortion of sick, disabled children reflects Nazi mentality
In a speech to a family association Saturday, Pope Francis again stressed that God's vision of the family is between... Read more
This man spent a week on the street with his homeless son
As the parents of a homeless son struggling with a drug addiction, Frank and his wife Deloris have done everything... Read more
Young US adults are not tying the knot, recent study shows
According to a recent study, wedding bells are not ringing for the majority of younger adults in the United States,... Read more
Pope Francis: The world needs stable families, relationships
In a speech to diplomats on Monday, Pope Francis said that the stability of the family is integral for the... Read more
Pope tells Bangladesh bishops to make laity a priority, especially youth
On Friday Pope Francis met with the bishops of Bangladesh, urging them to be close to the laity, especially young... Read more
Where the revolution has led: an interview with Mary Eberstadt
Catholic author Mary Eberstadt is a senior fellow of the Faith & Reason Institute, and the author of several best-selling... Read more
Pope Francis: The future of the world depends on the family
The future of the Church and the world is dependent on the good of the family, said Pope Francis in... Read more
Pope to European civil and Church leaders: men and women are different
In a lengthy speech to civil and ecclesiastical leaders of Europe on Saturday, Pope Francis defended the family as being... Read more
'The Stray' inspired by director's real-life turnaround
Mitch Davis had the best intentions for his career and family life. He was an executive at the Disney and... Read more
Pope Francis retools John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family
On Tuesday Pope Francis issued a new motu proprio changing the legal status of the John Paul II Institute for... Read more
Pope Francis: Parents cherishing their kids is a sign of hope for the future
On his return flight from Colombia, Pope Francis said that seeing parents’ devotion for their children gives him hope for... Read more
Amid rising divorce rates, Malawi bishops hold marriage conference
Divorce rates in Malawi have increased in the past few years, leading the local Catholic Church to emphasize the importance... Read more
Want to change the world? It starts with joy, Archbishop Chaput says
In a world that can sometimes seem disheartening, Christians have a path to the future in lives of joy and... Read more
100 descendants and counting: The remarkable story of Pat Klingbeil
When most people hear about a stereotypical “large Catholic family,” they might picture a van that seats six or eight... Read more
