VATICAN CITY (CNA)—Pope Francis told pilgrims to ignore gloomy people who drag others down, and stressed the need to maintain a healthy dose of the joy experienced in our first … Continued
As a child, I grew up in one of the southern English ports from which the little boats sailed to participate in the evacuation of Dunkirk. Though I was too … Continued
Have you ever pulled a firetruck? After taking part in the Mission Firehall’s Firetruck Pull for Muscular Dystrophy and putting my muscles to the test, I can tell you it’s … Continued
Francisco Marto, one of the seers of Fatima, was canonized this year by Pope Francis, and a look at his short life reveals how after the apparitions he loved to … Continued
Worship. The archaic word is now mostly used to exaggerate. “He worships a good Bordeaux,” or “she worships her older brother.” We are awkward and self-conscious at the thought of … Continued
This is an excerpt from remarks on the feast of the Martyrdom of St. John the Baptist. VANCOUVER—Allow me to say a few words about today’s feast, the Beheading or … Continued
Msgr. Lopez-Gallo continues his series on the eight Popes who forged his priesthood. This week, he recalls Pope Paul VI. For long in poor health, John XXIII fell ill after … Continued
In Europe, hotel developers and holiday seekers alike are keen on monastery properties because they are almost always found in prime locations, often perched on top of a hill or … Continued
VATICAN CITY (CNA)—Pope Francis said going through life downcast as if it has no meaning is not the attitude of a Christian, who has the assurance that even when things … Continued
Several months back, at the beginning of spring, I suggested it was probably a good time to check out various computer accounts you might have and carry out an electronic … Continued