The focal point of the Liturgy of the Word is the proclamation of the Gospel. Its importance is highlighted by the acclamation about which we wrote last week. Only one who is ordained can read the Go ...

Today’s Gospel passage from Matthew reminds us of the oneness of humanity—and the consequent oneness of the Church. The words that Jesus speaks to his disciples address the nature of our Catholic ...

(RNS) — In 2022, Pope Francis was asked about the U.S. bishops’ conference and identified one man, El Paso, Texas, Bishop Mark Seitz, as an example of a “good pastor.” Seitz, who had just been named ...

Pope Francis explained that the kingdom of God likewise requires patience, to 'wait confidently' as it takes time to grow. Pope Francis waves to pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for his Angelus ...