At the inaugural Mass celebrated on May 18, Pope Leo XIV began his papacy with a call for unity, healing, and service in a wounded world.
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Pope Francis’ Empowerment of Women in the Church Leaves a Lasting Legacy
During his 12 years of papacy, Pope Francis appointed several women to positions of importance, opening roles of leadership in the Church.
Church Accompanies Scarred Cambodians 50 Years into the Khmer Rouge Genocide
Fifty years on, the Church walks with Cambodians in rebuilding their country and healing their painfull past.
Francis Is Remembered as the Pope of the Poor
The late pontiff put the poor ‘at the center’ of his papacy, says the prefect for the Dicastery of the Service of Charity.
A Son of Immigrants, Pope Francis Leaves Legacy of Migrant Advocacy
Advocacy for migrants and refugees was a key cause for Pope Francis, who lamented the ‘globalization of indifference’ to their plight.
Pope’s Life, Leadership, Placed Latin America at Center of the Church
Pope Francis brought the voice and vision of Latin America to the heart of the Church, defending...
Like His Namesake, Pope Francis Loved Creation
Care for creation was a signature of Pope Francis’ papacy, building on his predecessors’ examples and imitating Saint Francis of Assisi.
Global Pastor: Pope Francis Taught Mercy, Mission
Pope Francis died early in the morning today, Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. He served as pontiff for 12 years.
Easter Sunday: A Maryknoll Reflection
“Seeing is believing” is a phrase applied by Maryknoll Sister Teresa Dagdag, who serves in the Philippines, to the Easter Sunday readings.
Church Workers Welcome Deported Migrants to Honduras
A team led by a Scalabrinian sister assists migrants who have been forcibly returned to Honduras by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
US Bishops Support Immigration Bill for Religious Workers
In an April 10 letter to Congress, U.S. bishops urged support for bipartisan legislation protecting religious workers who come from other countries.
Maryknoll Priest Is a Conduit for Aid to Myanmar Earthquake Victims
Emergency earthquake relief for Myanmar after a 7.7 tremor is slowed by the destruction and by mistrust of the ruling military junta.
Palm Sunday: A Maryknoll Reflection
A Maryknoll affiliate in Guatemala reflects on the Lord’s Passion and the Mass readings for upcoming Palm Sunday.
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