Pope Francis: ‘Of All Vices, Pride Is the Great Queen’
Pope Francis related the vice of pride to that of vainglory, the topic of last week’s general audience, and emphasized that ‘salvation comes through humility.’
Results from Tag: 'prayers for peace'
The Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in Jordan Is Symbol of Reconciliation in Torn Holy Land
Increasing numbers of pilgrims from around of the world seek solace and the intercession of the Virgin Mary at the foot of this replica of the famous sanctuary in the south of France.
Pope Francis: ‘War Itself Is a Crime Against Humanity; People Need Peace’
On Jan. 14, the Pope urged people to pray for all who are suffering due to ‘the cruelty of war,’ especially in Ukraine, Palestine and Israel. He also asked the faithful: ‘Do we feel the desire to share, to proclaim this beauty of encountering the Lord?’
Christmas in the Holy Land: Only Christ Can Give True Peace to the World
A scholar studying in Jerusalem reflects on war and peace.
Pope Francis: After 2,000 Years, the Persecution of Christians Continues
During the Angelus on the occasion of the feast of St. Stephen — the first Christian martyr — the Holy Father renewed his call for peace and brought attention to the persecution that Christians are facing around the world.
The Holy Land and Christmas
EDITORIAL: For the Prince of Peace, no human turmoil can ever be too great to transcend.
Pope Francis at Angelus: ‘Through Silence and Prayer, We Make Space for Jesus’
The Pope also implored for peace on the Second Sunday of Advent.
Pope Francis: Cultivate the ‘Inner Life’ Rather Than Appearance and Image
Contemplation is necessary for a healthy spiritual life, the Holy Father said. ‘Make room for silence.’ He also prayed for those suffering amid war: ‘Every human being, whether Christian, Jewish, Muslim, of any people and religion, every human being is sacred, precious in the eyes of God, and has the right to live in peace.’
Pope at Angelus: By Loving Others, ‘We Reflect the Father’s Love Like Mirrors’
On Sunday, Francis expressed that the love of God and the love of neighbor are inextricably bound together. He also thanked the faithful for observing the international day of prayer and fasting on Friday, while he implored for the release of hostages held by Hamas and humanitarian aid in Gaza; he also remembered war-ravaged Ukraine and those impacted by Hurricane Otis in Mexico.
Prayer and Fasting
EDITORIAL: Just as European Christians prayed the Rosary and fasted to be freed from the repressive Ottoman Empire, we need to employ the same strategy for peace in the Middle East and elsewhere.
