Pope Francis: An Alliance Between Old and Young Will Save the Family
‘May the elderly have the joy of speaking, of expressing themselves with the young, and may the young seek out the elderly to receive the wisdom of life from them.’
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Pope Francis: The Elderly Reflect ‘The Best Is Yet to Come’
The Holy Father underlined that life on earth is best understood as preparation for eternal life in heaven. The Aug. 10 reflection concluded the cycle of catechesis on old age.
How to Receive a Plenary Indulgence July 24 on the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
By calling or visiting the elderly on July 24, Catholics are eligible to receive a plenary indulgence.
The Catholic Church Remembers the Elderly and Their Valued Place in the World
COMMENTARY: An aging world needs models of happiness and holiness in old age, like Pope Francis, Queen Elizabeth II, Sister André and Juan Vincente.
Vatican Offers Plenary Indulgence for Visiting the Elderly on Grandparents’ Day
The second World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated July 24.
Fostering Needed Connections With Lonely, Isolated Elders
After COVID-19 lockdowns, in-person visits and other contact bring life and joy to the elderly.
COVID Isolation Remains a Concern for the Elderly and Their Caregivers
Older men and women continue to bear the brunt of sickness, death and isolation. They are weary but holding steady.
Pope Francis Tells Elderly Priests: ‘Aging is a Privilege’
The day began with Mass offered for the repose of the souls of the 92 Lombardy priests who died as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Pope Grants July 25 Plenary Indulgence and Tells Catholics: Honor Your Grandparents That Day
COMMENTARY: It’s highly significant that Pope Francis has established the ‘World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly’ to be celebrated every year on the fourth Sunday of July.
Pope Francis to Elderly: The Church Needs Your Prayers Like ‘A Deep Breath’
In his message ahead of the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, Pope Francis referred to his own advanced age, and quoted his predecessor, Pope emeritus Benedict XVI, whom he called “a saintly elderly person who continues to pray and work for the Church.”
