VATICAN CITY (CNS) — God tells Christians not to be afraid because he is always close, accompanying the faithful throughout their lives and through all their challenges, Pope Francis said.

If you’ve received Diocese of Phoenix-related news over the last 40 years, you’re probably familiar with The Catholic Sun—the official news source of the Diocese of Phoenix. In the 80’s it ...

The star the Magi followed to find the Christ Child is a symbol of God’s love for all people and not a sign of the power and fame of those who think of themselves as “stars,” Pope Francis ...

Pope Francis presides at Mass on the Sunday of the Word of God, and invites Christians to allow the Holy Spirit to make Christ present in our lives and society through frequent reading of the Bible.

“The Gospel is a word of joy, summoning us to mutual acceptance and fellowship, as we make our pilgrim journey towards the Kingdom of God.” Pope Francis offered that reminder at Mass in St. Peter’s ...

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Celebrating the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, Pope Francis reaffirmed the Catholic Church’s ... the Son of God, the one who is coming into the world.” ...

Pope Francis emphasized how suffering can become “an occasion for a transformative encounter” with God in a new message released Monday, describing three distinct ways the divine draws close ...

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The Roman Catholic Church has consistently condemned ... because from its beginning it involves the creative action of God and it remains for ever in a special relationship with the Creator ...

CNS photo/Vatican Media While the Holy Year 2025 refrain, “Hope does not disappoint,” can be difficult for those suffering from illness to embrace, Christians are called to recognize God’s closeness ...

Burch argued the Pope created “massive confusion” that would “destroy” the Catholic Church’s teaching on human sexuality. Among those whom Burch sees as exemplifying the Catholic faith ...

The Sun God Nika existed long before the Void Century, fighting in the First World. The Earth God and the Serpent of Infernal Flames engulfed the world in flames and darkness. The Forest God sent ...