The Vatican’s secretary of state, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, age 63, is assiduously following the wishes of the Holy Father Francis who, since his election in 2013, has manifested his decision … Continued
I am writing this article with tears in my eyes thinking of the accusations of those who claim priestly celibacy is the reason for pedophilia. Without question, pedophilia, which destroys … Continued
In the long history of the Catholic Church, the retirement of bishops and priests is something new. The canonical measure started being applied only some 50 years ago. On October … Continued
Some of my readers have called me to ask if Pope Francis has committed acts of schism or heresy. Before I answer, I need to explain what these acts are … Continued
The family is the oldest institution created by God himself, who said: “ ‘It is not good that the man should be alone. I will make him a helpmate.’ So … Continued
A Latin proverb I learned in minor seminary made plenty of sense – “Corruptio optimi, pessima” – “The corruption of the best is the worst.” As a teenager, the best thing in … Continued
I will never forget the diplomatic visit of Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau to Pope Paul VI in 1969, at a time when I had been working in the Vatican for … Continued
“Our Father, who art in Heaven” is the Christian prayer that Jesus himself gave us to converse with God. My last article was about the teaching of the Church on … Continued
According to Catholic Church teaching, our “post-life” condition will continue until the last judgment. The souls of those who die in the state of grace but are not yet free … Continued
By its territory, Malta could be called an insignificant island, but by its spirituality it has been of crucial importance from the beginning of Christianity. It was there that the … Continued