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Below is the joint message of Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the occasion of the World Day of Prayer for Creation on September 1, 2017. The story of creation presents us with a panoramic view of the world. Scripture reveals that, “in the beginning”, God intended humanity to cooperate in the preservation and ...read more
It’s official: Pope Francis will travel to Myanmar and Bangladesh at the end of November. And we take a closer look at the Pope’s recent address on liturgical reform, declaring Vatican II’s reforms “irreversible”. ...read more
“Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers dwell in unity!” – Psalm 133:1 What is the key of life of the Piarist Fathers? How do we live as a community? The Piarist Fathers are dedicated to the education of children and youth, especially the poor, and the Holy Founder of the Pious Schools, ...read more
Video tribute to Gaetano Gagliano on his 100th birthday August 24, 1917 – April 14, 2016 Gaetano’s story is one that emphasizes it is possible at any age, and under any life circumstances, to embark on a new journey and realize a dream. It’s a story of how someone from a small farming town in ...read more
(CNS photo/Christinne Muschi, Reuters) Welcoming, protecting, promoting and integrating migrants and refugees Dear brothers and sisters! “You shall treat the stranger who sojourns with you as the native among you, and you shall love him as yourself, for you were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the Lord your God” (Leviticus 19:34). Throughout ...read more
Guest contributor, Elias Crim, is the founder and publisher of Solidarity Hall, a national group blog focused on community renewal and the common good. He also co-hosts Solidarity Hall’s new podcast, called Dorothy’s Place. He recently reviewed S+L’s 2014 documentary “The Francis Effect”… How to understand Pope Francis? Despite the apparent dyspepsia his arrival has caused among some of the ...read more
In this video, Fr. Rob advises you on how to determine if the music you listen to affects you positively. ...read more
Watch Emilie's wrap up of the week-long convention along with featured interviews, including with Bishop McGrattan and CWL executive members. ...read more
Watch the full mass here.  Knights of Columbus 2017 Convention Homily for Wednesday August 2, 2017 Mass for Persecuted Christians Cardinal Seán O’Malley, OFM, Cap. Last April, Pope Francis visited the Church of St. Bartholomew on the island in the Tiber River, to celebrate the memory of the new martyrs. That ancient church was Cardinal ...read more
Fr. Rob’s 7 tips for a happy life. Follow Fr. Rob Galea! http://www.FrRobGalea.com Social Media: @FrRobGalea ...read more