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Through heartfelt sharing, Scripture, storytelling, the kerygma and prayer, we can effectively invite others to come to know Jesus. Pope Francis visits a Brazilian favela during World Youth Day 2013 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. (Photo by Tânia Rêgo/Agência Brasil via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0 br) By Meg Stout When we think of evangelization, what comes to mind? Do we feel equipped to evangelize? We might pressure ourselves with high expectations, thinking we must have the eq

To walk with others in accompaniment and evangelization, we must have a profound respect for them, rooted in love. Burning Bush by Sébastien Bourdon, c. 17th century, in the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia. (Photo: Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons) By Meg Stout When we consider the important task of evangelization, we are often caught up in the many ways we can share the Gospel — by providing a testimony, sharing Scripture, praying together or explaining a teac

On the first anniversary of Pope Francis’ death, we remember the late pontiff and some of the most significant moments of his papacy. Pope Francis during a general audience. (Photo by Daniel Ibáñez/CNA) By Francesca Pollio Fenton/EWTN News On April 21, 2025, the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled for Pope Francis, marking the end of his life and his 12-year papacy. As the 265th successor of St. Peter, the Argentinian pontiff left a lasting impact on the Catholic Church. Her

The stigmata of St. Francis reminds the faithful that holiness is not about perfection, but about love so complete that it bears the marks of Christ. St Francis Receiving the Stigmata by Unknown Artist (The Master of Cross 434), c. 1240-1250. Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy. (Photo by Elizabeth Zelasko) We are truly rich in the lives of the saints, yet I would argue that few can rival Francis of Assisi. Called by Christ from a life of comfort and privilege, he became a livin

Pope Francis addresses pilgrims gathered for his Wednesday general audience on Feb. 5, 2025, in the Paul VI Audience Hall at the Vatican....

Pope Francis is hugged by a young visitor at his general audience at the Vatican, Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. (Photo: Vatican Media) I was...

What does the Catholic Church teach about immigration? (Photo: Lightstock) Pope Francis made outreach and support for migrants a hallmark...

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the 267th pope of the Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. Follow here for...

Archbishop Aquila elevates the Eucharist during the 10:30 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver on...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrates the 10:30 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception to conclude the nine...

Build on the good of what Francis achieved while focusing on doctrinal clarity (Photo: Wikimedia Commons) Shortly after Pope John Paul...

Archbishop Aquila celebrates Mass on April 21, 2025 — the day of Pope Francis' passing. ( Photo by André Escaleira, Jr.) Archbishop...

Jennifer Torres stands in front of the main stage during World Youth Day Lisbon. (Photo provided) By Cat Kerr/Catholic Charities of...

Pope Francis greets a guest at the Vatican on the International Day of Disabled Persons in December of 2022. (Photo: Vatican Media) By...

Father Samuel Morehead celebrates Mass for the repose of Pope Francis’ soul at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on...

(Photo provided) By Cat Kerr/Catholic Charities of Denver When Emma Ramirez, Director of Respect Life Denver at Catholic Charities,...

Pope Francis addressed approximately 200 prominent artists and other creative people from more than 30 countries in the Sistine Chapel on...

(Photo: Lightstock) Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, at the age of 88. The Archdiocese of Denver invites all the...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila and Pope Francis during a visit to Rome with the Papal Foundation in 2024. (Photo: Vatican Media, used with...

(Photo: Unsplash) Cardinals from the corners of the world are making their way to Rome to discern who the next Bishop of Rome might be,...