Pope Francis has ‘mild flu,’ went to hospital for precautionary testing

Catholics can receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene

From Dec. 8 until Feb. 2, Catholics will be able to receive a plenary indulgence by praying before a Nativity scene in a Franciscan church.

UPDATE: Pope Francis has ‘mild flu,’ went to hospital for precautionary testing

The pope, who turns 87 next month, has experienced a number of medical setbacks in recent years.

Pope adds married couples, Church movement reps to Vatican’s laity and family office

The Vatican announced the pope’s picks to the Dicastery for the Laity, Family, and Life on Nov. 25.

Christ the King: Pope Pius XI’s hope for ‘lasting peace among the nations’

The feast of Christ the King is a relatively recent addition to the Church’s liturgical calendar but a powerful reminder to the modern world that Jesus reigns.

Missionary priest builds up Haiti one student, one classroom at a time

Father Louis Merosne is on a mission to rebuild the Catholic educational system where he ministers in Haiti.