by Holy Spirit Parish | Jan 17, 2017 | News, Pope Francis
“Pope Francis’ teaching on marriage aims to help people in difficult family situations without departing from the broader context of Catholic teaching, Bishop Steven J. Lopes of the Personal Ordinariate of St. Peter has explained in a new pastoral letter. “Only...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Jan 9, 2017 | Pope Francis, Vatican News
“Pope Francis Sunday baptized 28 babies during Mass in the Sistine Chapel, reminding parents that by asking for the Sacrament of Baptism, the gift of faith, for their child, they have a responsibility to guard it and to help it deepen. “The faith is to believe...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Jan 9, 2017 | Pope Francis, Vatican News
“Following a year marred by war and terrorism, Pope Francis told diplomats Monday that for 2017, peace has to be more than just an idea or a nice theory, but must be actively pursued with concrete policies aimed at promoting the common good and the dignity of...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Jan 3, 2017 | Pope Francis, Vatican News
“In a letter sent to bishops around the world for the feast of the Holy Innocents, Pope Francis lamented the many children who suffer from war, slavery and various forms of abuse, including within the Church. The Church not only hears the “cries of pain” of her...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Dec 12, 2016 | Pope Francis, Vatican News
“When it comes to the many conflicts splintering different parts of the world, Pope Francis said the Christian response must be one of nonviolence, which isn’t passive, but active and has roots in a strong family life. “To be true followers of Jesus today also...
by Holy Spirit Parish | Dec 1, 2016 | Pope Francis, Vatican News
“On Wednesday, Pope Francis added world famous director Martin Scorsese to the list of Hollywood stars he has welcomed for a private meeting in the Vatican, following an official Rome preview of Scorsese’s new film “Silence.” Based on a Japanese historical...
