Burying and praying for the dead are among the corporal and spiritual works of mercy Pope Francis asks us to carry out during this Year of Mercy.
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Lost among the faithful? Help is available
Kneeling at the rail in my brand-new dress, my cheeks stinging, I swallow, trying not to cry
Jesus’ own resurrection was proof of his teaching
Long ago, I learned a saying: “The Sadducees were sad, because they did not believe in the resurrection.” That is an easy way to remember an important fact about them, but there is more to it than that.
‘My corner of the earth is . . . Topeka’
One of the most venerable lay apostolic organizations in the world — and the largest, with 10 million members worldwide — is the Legion of Mary.
Embarrassment of riches will bear fruit for the church
The pilot episode of “Everybody Loves Raymond” had one of the funniest sitcom scenes I’ve ever seen.
Movie Review: Hacksaw Ridge
In the Gospel of John, Jesus tells his disciples, "No one has greater love than this, to lay down one's life for one's friends."
Election outcome expected to influence religious freedom in health care
A pair of Catholic physicians argue that changes in the way health care is paid for and stronger relationships between doctors and their patients will do more to improve people's health and uphold the sanctity of life than...
Foundation of faith: Religious patch cracks left in wake of disaster
When the Benedictine monks in Norcia led residents in prayer before the ruins of their medieval city, they showed one way the church steps into action in times of crisis.
All about Eva
Eva gave me — along with everyone else in the audience — a glimpse not only into her story of survival, but also of the strength, courage and humor of this amazing woman.
Pope offers new beatitudes for saints of a new age
The saints are blessed because they were faithful and meek and cared for others, Pope Francis said.