“Unity in difference” – Pope’s Pentecost Homily 2017

by Holy Spirit Parish | Jun 5, 2017 | News, Pope Francis

“Below is the Vatican-provided translation of Pope Francis’ homily for Pentecost Sunday, 4th of June 2017, during Mass this morning in St Peter’s Square. Today concludes the Easter season, the fifty days that, from Jesus’ resurrection to Pentecost, are marked in...

Pope dedicates June to praying for an end to the arms trade

by Holy Spirit Parish | Jun 5, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News, Pope Francis

“Pope Francis has been a consistent and vocal personality in condemning the arms trade and urging world leaders to do the same, and he raised his voice on the issue again in his latest prayer video. Published June 2, the video begins showing two world leaders...

Pope Francis Condemns ‘Abhorrent Attack’ in Kabul

by Holy Spirit Parish | May 31, 2017 | News, Pope Francis

“Pope Francis has condemned the ‘abhorrent attack’ in Kabul. During rush hour this morning, a massive explosion rocked a diplomatic area of the city, killing at least 80 and injuring 350. “Having learned with sadness of the abhorrent attack in Kabul and of the...

In historic move, Irish nuns to give up three Dublin hospitals

by Holy Spirit Parish | May 31, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News

“Ireland’s Sisters of Charity will end their management of three Dublin hospitals, the sisters have announced, saying they will hand over control to a group that will not follow Catholic medical ethics. “Although the Sisters of Charity no longer have any...

Pope Francis, Trump hold landmark first meeting (Updated)

by Holy Spirit Parish | May 25, 2017 | Catholic News Agency, News, Pope Francis

“After months of anticipation, Pope Francis and U.S. President Donald Trump finally met at the Vatican Wednesday in a friendly encounter which included an emphasis on protection of life and freedom of conscience. According to a May 24 Vatican communique, Pope...