Spirituality
God wants to open hearts, forgive, heal, pope says
The Gospel story of Jesus healing the leper illustrates "that God is not an abstract doctrine," but the one who is not afraid to come into contact with our wounds," Pope Francis said.
Ashes mark beginning, not end, of new life, says theologian
Suggesting people fast from media during Lent, a noted Italian preacher asked, "what if we were to look people in the eye the way we look at our phones, with the same intensity, how many things would change?"
Readings of the Holy Mass – Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
Mercy reveals God’s power to heal body and soul
We might want to experience healing -- especially from the anxiety of COVID -- on our terms, but God invites us to encounter him through his kingdom and remember his saving action, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
A Valentine for all, from the eternal lover
Long before Feb. 14 became an annual celebration of romance, the divine heart chose each one of us to become his beloved in Christ, writes Gina Christian.
A day that begins with prayer is a good day, pope says
Prayer is a reminder that God is nearby and so "the problems we face no longer seem to be obstacles to our happiness, but appeals from God, opportunities to encounter him," Pope Francis said.
Compassion, healing mark the kingdom of God
The Lord's reign is signaled by an infinite concern for human suffering, and a tender desire to mend the wounded and the lowly, writes Msgr. Joseph Prior.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.
How a fall on the ice restored my balance
Sprawled on the street after a winter mishap, with cars driving past, Gina Christian had a unique chance to look at the world through God's eyes.
Readings of the Holy Mass – Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time
Read, listen to or watch videos of the Mass readings with these resources from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, using the New American Bible, Revised Edition.