Catholic spirituality

The gratitude that comes from encountering Christ's love and mercy is enough to bring joy and hope to a troubled world, Pope Francis said.

iscalced Carmelite Fr. Reginald Foster — a world-renowned teacher of Latin, former longtime Vatican Latinist and colorful character — died in Milwaukee Dec. 25 at the age of 81.

Faith Seeking Understanding: I believe that one of the best guides for reflecting on the humanity of God is a not-too-well-known spiritual treatise by St. Bonaventure, the medieval Franciscan theologian and doctor of the church.

Mexico's Roman Catholic Church announced the cancellation Nov. 23 of what's considered the world's largest Catholic pilgrimage, for the Virgin of Guadalupe, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

There is no better way to pray than like Mary, who opened her heart to God with humility and trust, Pope Francis said.

The proof of being on a path of conversion and holiness always consists in loving one's neighbor, Pope Francis said.

Signs of the Times: True, almost every politician says pious things about God and prayer, but can prayer actually help politics become less partisan and more beneficial to the common good?

Novena for Pentecost: Join Dan Schutte in a virtual novena for Pentecost. Our joy as disciples of Jesus is grounded not on the circumstances of our lives, but rather on the reality that we are the beloved of God. Jesus of Nazareth promised that he would never leave his followers alone.