Tag: catechesis
Pope Francis: Gentleness, respect are more effective than ‘the strength of...
During this week’s catechesis, the Holy Father explained that Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit are inseparable “in the economy of salvation.”
Pope Francis: Self-sacrifice, humble service are key to good leadership
Jesus denounced people esteemed in the temple, including scribes, who possessed a “hypocritical attitude” and “feigned piety”
Pope Francis: Confirmation is the ‘sacrament of witness,’ not the ‘sacrament...
“Confirmation is for all the faithful what Pentacost was for the entire Church. It strengthens the baptismal incorporation into Christ"
Pope Francis: ‘True power is taking care of the weakest’
The pope noted the words of Jesus to his disciples: “If anyone wishes to be first, he shall be the last of all and the servant of all.”
Church in India introduces unique ceremonies to engage children in faith
The Catechetical Commission expressed optimism that these programs will continue to inspire young Catholics
Pope Francis: Living the fruits of the Holy Spirit helps us...
In his catechesis, Pope Francis recalled the baptism of Christ, when “the very Spirit descended on Jesus.”
Pope proposes 3 gestures from Gospel miracle to live at Mass
The pope pointed out “offering, giving thanks, and sharing” as highlights of the miracle recounted in the Gospel of John
Pope Francis: Jesus in the Eucharist strengthens us in times of...
Pope Francis asked the crowd gathered below in St. Peter’s Square to reflect on how they usually deal with times of trial
Pope Francis tells faithful: Learn some of the Psalms by heart
Speaking to a crowd of Catholics and tourists, he pointed out specific Psalms that could be helpful to pray in different circumstances
Pope Francis: The seeds of the Gospel take time to bloom
Pope Francis explained that the kingdom of God likewise requires patience, to “wait confidently” as it takes time to grow