Pope Francis: Allow Yourselves To Encounter The Lord

Reflects on the Life and Humility of St. Peter During Morning Mass

Vatican City, May 17, 2013 (Zenit.org) Junno Arocho Esteves | 1056 hits

In his homily during Mass at Domus Sanctae Marthae this morning, Pope Francis reflected on the love of Christ and the power it has in redeeming one’s sins. Among those attending the Mass were …

Humility, Martyrdom Among Francis' Homily Reflections

Invites Praying: "Lord, Thank You So Much for My Faith"

Vatican City, April 08, 2013 (Zenit.org) Staff | 1759 hits

Progress means "lowering oneself" on the road of humility in order to allow God's love to emerge and be clearly seen. This was the central focus of Pope Francis' homily this morning at Mass …

3 Keys to Pope Francis

Humility, Reform, Evangelization

Atchinson, Kansas, March 14, 2013 (Zenit.org) Dr. Edward Mulholland | 2916 hits

I have just watched the new pope come out on the loggia with 300 hundred plus screaming Benedictine Ravens. (You would have thought Kansas won the NCAA tournament, it was louder than that.) …

John Paul I Seen As Teacher of Humility

Benedict XVI Remembers Pope's Spiritual Legacy

September 28, 2008 | 792 hits

Although Pope John Paul II was Pontiff for only 33 days, he left a great spiritual legacy, says Benedict XVI. The Pope said this as he reflected on the readings from today's liturgy before …

Preacher Calls Curia to Meekness

Father Cantalamessa Continues Lenten Sermons

March 16, 2007 | 279 hits

The beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus, says Capuchin Father Raniero Cantalamessa and thus, we should not only imitate them but also make them our own. He said this today during a Lenten …

Alice Von Hildebrand on Feminism and Femininity

Says Women Can Escape a Trap by Imitating Mary's Strength and Humility

November 26, 2003 | 2275 hits

Women in the secularized world need to be reminded that fulfilling their maternal role is infinitely valuable in God's sight, says the wife of philosopher Dietrich Von Hildebrand. Alice Von …

Djibouti Bishop Urges His Small Flock to Give Witness

Points to "Humility of Daily Life"

June 23, 2003 | 245 hits

Fides).- The bishop of Djibouti is urging the Catholics in this small African republic to offer the public witness of their faith -- even if they aren't here for long. At the end of a recent …

John Paul II's Meditation on Psalm 95(96)

God Reigns Through Humility

September 18, 2002 | 315 hits

Here is a translation of John Paul II's address at today's general audience, which he dedicated to a reflection on Psalm 95(96). * * * 1. "Say among the nations, 'The Lord is king.'" This …

God Reigns Through Humility, Pope Says

Comments on Psalm 95(96) at General Audience

September 18, 2002 | 200 hits

John Paul II reflected on one of the most incomprehensible paradoxes of Christianity: God reigns by humbling himself. Looking upon the crucified Christ brings one to understand that his throne …

John Paul II´s Address Before Angelus

Points to "School" of Nazareth on Eve of St. Joseph´s Feast

March 18, 2001 | 285 hits

Here is a translation of John Paul IIs address to pilgrims gathered in St. Peters Square for the Angelus. Dearest Brothers and Sisters! 1. Tomorrow, March 19, we will celebrate the feast of …