Ten years as Pope, living the real intensely
ChurchAlejandro Bonet, an Argentinean Professor of the Social Doctrine of the Church, reflects on Francis' pontificate, on the anniversary of his election.
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Francis’ 99 sheep
Church"I am a sinner whom the Lord has looked upon." This is how Bergoglio, elected Pope on March 13, 2013, described himself. Ten years of Pontificate proclaiming the joy of the Gospel to the world. From the March issue of Tracce.
A companionship of those in love with Christ
ChurchThe homily of Cardinal Matteo Maria Zuppi, Archbishop of Bologna, on the occasion of the Mass for the anniversary of Fr. Giussani's death in Bologna on February 20.
The people of peace perform works of peace
ChurchArchbishop of Milan Monsignor Mario Delpini's homily and Davide Prosperi's greeting at the Mass in Milan’s Cathedral for the 18th anniversary of Fr. Giussani's death.
"So that the Church may be a true people"
Church"Pastors and Lay Faithful Called to go Forward Together". The conference organised by the Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life, also addressed to delegates from movements and associations. The words of Pope Francis and Cardinal Farrell.
Africa: Traveling with the Pope, another world within this world
ChurchAmong the various stages on Francis' visit were meetings with victims of the violence of a war that has plagued Congo for decades. And the blossoming of a "sudden beauty" you would not expect.
Called to proclaim Christ
Church"The proclamation does not begin from us, but from the beauty of what we have received for free, without merit: meeting Jesus, knowing Him, discovering that we are loved and saved." Pope Francis' General Audience (Rome, February 15).
Masses around the world
ChurchCelebrations for the 18th anniversary of Fr. Giussani's death and the 41st of the pontifical recognition of the Fraternity of Communion and Liberation.
Pope Francis: "We are called to radiate light"
ChurchThe Holy Father's homily during mass at the "John Garang" Mausoleum in Juba at the close of his apostolic visit to Congo and South Sudan (Feb. 5, 2023)
Letter from Davide Prosperi after his private audience with Pope Francis
ChurchOn Friday, January 13, the President of the Fraternity of CL was received by the Holy Father. Prosperi's message to the entire movement after the meeting with Francis.
Pope Francis: "No one can be saved alone"
Church"The time has come for all of us to endeavour to heal our society" for "a more just and peaceful world, and to commit ourselves seriously to pursuing a good that is truly common." The message for the 56th World Day of Peace.
Pope Francis: "To weave anew the threads of peace"
ChurchPope Francis' address to members of the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See, wishing "this year to be a call for peace in a world that is witnessing heightened divisions and wars" (January 9, 2023).
The question in the hearts of the Magi
Church"May we never stop our restless questioning." Pope Francis' homily at the Epiphany Mass (St. Peter's Basilica, January 6, 2023).
"Benedict, faithful friend of the Bridegroom"
ChurchThe Holy Father Francis' homily at the funeral of Pope Emeritus and video of the celebration. St. Peter's Square, January 5, 2023.
The funeral of Benedict XVI
ChurchThursday, January 5, starting at 9:30 a.m. (GMT+1), live from St. Peter's Square, the Holy Mass for the funeral of the Pope Emeritus. The booklet for the celebration is also available online.
The childlike giant
ChurchThe message of Davide Prosperi, president of the Fraternity of CL, to the entire movement on the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI.
Benedict XVI: "My spiritual testament"
Church"Jesus Christ is truly the Way, the Truth, and the Life - and the Church, in all her shortcomings, is truly His Body." The words of the Pope Emeritus released by the Holy See.