The Bible tells us that God is “close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18 NIV).

Walter Wangerin, a widely recognized writer on the issues of faith and spirituality, wrote: “The difference between shallow happiness and a deep, sustaining joy is sorrow. Happiness lives where sorrow ...

There’s an old saying that says, “All roads lead to Rome.” Many mistakenly think this principle also applies to spiritual destinations, mistakenly believing “all paths lead to God.” But this is not ...

This painting titled "Windsock Visitation," created by Oblate Brother Mickey McGrath, depicts the joyful encounter in St. Luke's Gospel between Mary and Elizabeth. (CNS photo/courtesy Oblate Brother ...

Archbishop Rino Fisichella, president of the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelization, raises the Book of the Gospels as he celebrates Mass in the presence of Pope Francis on the feast of ...

Cardinal Gérald C. Lacroix of Quebec is pictured at the Cathedral-Basilica of Notre-Dame de Quebec Dec. 29, 2019. Lacroix, who addressed the 52nd International Eucharistic Congress in Budapest, ...

Today and tomorrow we celebrate the beginning of the month of Adar, and it’s not a moment too soon. The Sages teach that “mi she’nichnas Adar, marbin b’simcha/when Adar enters, we increase in joy” ...

Find today’s readings here. Jesus experienced a mysterious presence throughout his life. He gave this presence many names, but the most common term he used for it was “the Father.” Later Christian ...

“John the Baptist was there with his two disciples, and as he watched Jesus walk by he said, behold the lamb of God.” (Jn. 1:35-36). I find it striking how John the Baptist reached his conclusion. I ...

On October 25, the Church of Our Lady of Lourdes was filled with joy and excitement as young people gathered for G.L.O.W.