“But the good news is that with Jesus, this ancient evil, sin, which seems invincible, no longer has the last word,” he said. “Those who carry burdens need a caress for the past.

The pope said sharing this good news should be done with respect and love, and never through propaganda or proselytism. But it is “the most beautiful gift to share. Jesus dwells in us even more ...

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I can imagine the sweat pouring down his forehead as Philip ran alongside the traveling chariot on the dusty desert road ...

For those whose life has been changed by Jesus, this is an invitation to get loud about what matters most—namely, it is to share the hope of Jesus this Christmas season. And, I have a great way ...

It’s the third day since Jesus died by crucifixion, on a cross, like a murdering thief. Buried in a borrowed tomb. It’s the third day. But we are not in Jerusalem. We are not in the Garden of ...

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But in another sense, Good Friday is always tied to Easter Sunday, which is a joyful celebration of the resurrection of Jesus. He could not have been resurrected if he had not died first. Carrying ...

Pope Francis told Christians Wednesday that if they want to understand Jesus they should pay close attention to the “good news” he brings in his sermon in the Nazareth synagogue. Sunday, July ...