Advent Reflections: Death

As the Birth of Christ approaches, it is helpful to contemplate the Four Last Things. Traditionally, the Church has taught that Death, Judgement, Heaven and Hell constitute these four final realities. The intention of this article is not to give a detailed theological overview, but instead to give us pause in the hope that we […]

Pope Francis to People With Disabilities: The Church Needs You

L’Osservatore Romano Pope Francis embraces a man in a wheelchair at his Wednesday general audience in St. Peter’s Square on June 10, 2015. The theme of the Holy Father’s message for the International Day of Persons With Disabilities is friendship with Jesus.