Vatican Announces Rites and Arrangements Following the Death of Pope Francis
The Vatican has formally announced the initial rites following the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on the morning…
Month: April 2025
Pope Francis Met Vice President J.D. Vance on Easter Sunday, Just Before His Death
In what would become one of his final public encounters, Pope Francis met briefly with U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance…
The Passing of Pope Francis: Servant of the Poor, Voice of the Gospel
At 9:45 AM on April 21, 2025, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, solemnly announced the death…
He Is Risen: Embracing the Power of the Resurrection in a Weary World
Easter Sunday is not merely a day on the liturgical calendar—it is the very heartbeat of the Catholic faith. It…
Happy Easter: The Tomb is Empty! Love Has Triumphed
By Deacon Keith Fournier We find the purpose of eternity revealed in the temporal realities of every today. The real…
The surprising origins of the Easter Bunny — it’s not what you think!
By Marshall Connolly The Easter Bunny is a symbol of Easter that is popular in western culture, especially with children.…
The Way of the Cross: A Good Friday Reflection on Christ’s Final Journey
On Good Friday, the world pauses in reverence. Churches grow silent, altars are stripped, and Catholics gather not to celebrate—but…
The Many Reasons Why We Call it Good Friday
By Deacon Keith Fournier On Good Friday we are reminded that death is no longer the final word. For those…
“It Is Finished”: The Silence of Good Friday and the Triumph of the Cross
The air is still. The candles are snuffed. The tabernacle stands open and empty. The Church does not celebrate the…
The Silent Love of Holy Thursday
On Holy Thursday, Christians around the world are drawn into the upper room, where the quiet power of Jesus’ love…