The pontiff, appearing frail from a balcony at St. Peter’s Basilica, blessed a crowd gathered on the square outside. But a ...

The Pope’s urbi et orbi was read by Archbishop Diego Ravelli, the master of pontifical liturgical celebrations, as the ...

Urbi et orbi” means “To the city [of Rome] and to the world.” It is a special apostolic blessing given by the pope every year ...

A convalescing Pope Francis was greeted by cheers as he appeared on the loggia of St. Peter's Basilica as a stand-in ...

Celebrating his first Easter Vigil as the new archbishop of Washington, Cardinal Robert W. McElroy said that Jesus, through ...

On this Good Friday, when Christians reflect on the sacrifices Christ made, many also use the day to direct their prayers toward others across the globe.

Throughout this Easter season, Our Lord invites us to close our hearts to fear and open them to the joy of his Resurrection.

We’ve all been there. You give. And give. And give some more. Whether it’s time, energy, or love—you’ve poured your heart ...