True love of God or love of another person should lead to a sense of freedom, not to a need to possess or control, Pope Francis said.
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Movie Review: ‘Devotion’
Jonathan Majors portrays Jesse L. Brown in the war epic “Devotion” (Sony), a film that chronicles both the travails the flyer faced and his partnership with fellow aviator Tom Hudner (Glen Powell).
USPS ‘Virgin and Child’ stamp features one of world’s most revered images
Every two years the U.S. Postal Service issues a traditional first-class Christmas stamp showing Mary and Jesus, and this year’s stamp features an oil-on-panel painting from the first half of the 16th century titled “Virgin and Child.”
Pope approves new law strengthening oversight of Vatican-related entities
Pope Francis has approved a new law strengthening the oversight of Vatican-related foundations and nonprofit organizations as well as detailing sanctions and clarifying existing norms on transparency, accountability and mandated compliance with anti-money laundering measures.
‘O Holy Night’ tops all hymns used in churches in December, according to poll
The Christmas carol “O Holy Night” ranked first in a list of hymns most played in December at Christian churches in the United States.
Baltimore’s John Whitehead cited as Pax Christi Peacemaker of the Year
John Whitehead’s role as a peace activist earned him the distinction as the Pax Christi Metro DC-Baltimore Peacemaker of the Year.
What to give the Lord
We can’t evangelize without putting ourselves out on a limb, any more than a person in sales can avoid the risk of getting turned down.
The Christmas Star: Science and faith explore the possibilities
Deacon David Ludwikoski looks at the story of the Epiphany from two viewpoints: as a scientist and a person of faith.
Supreme Court appears ready to support web designer in free speech case
Colorado designer Lorie Smith, who runs a web design company called 303 Creative, has said she should not be required to create wedding websites for same-sex couples based on her Christian beliefs about marriage.
Keep the creche in Christmas, pope urges
Stopping to gaze at and perhaps pray before a Nativity scene is one of the best ways to remember the real meaning of Christmas, Pope Francis said.
Being ‘inclusive’ of those with disabilities means valuing them, pope says
Making churches accessible and services understandable is important, but having wheelchair ramps and sign-language interpreters is not enough for a parish to call itself “inclusive,” Pope Francis said.
First deaf priest in U.S. visits Minnesota parish, inspires Jesuit novice
Parishioners at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Minneapolis, about half of whom are deaf, had the chance to attend Mass celebrated by the first deaf man ordained a Roman Catholic priest in the U.S., Father Tom Coughlin.