Pope Francis

12 March is the 400^th anniversary of the canonisation of St Ignatius of Loyola and St Francis Xavier. Among the events of the Ignatian Year the General Curia is currently organising, this is certainly the most “festive” moment.

In a historic first, Pope Francis will be speaking directly to University students from across the Americas. Titled, "Building Bridges North South: A Synodal Encounter Between Pope Francis and University Students"...

We pray for religious sisters and consecrated women; thanking them for their mission and their courage; may they continue to find new responses to the challenges of our times.

We pray for all those suffering from religious discrimination and persecution; may their own rights and dignity be recognized, which originate from being brothers and sisters in the human family.

What helps towards building a lasting peace? In his 1 January message, Pope Francis identifies three ways to nurture peace...

Let us pray for the catechists, summoned to announce the Word of God: may they be its witnesses, with courage and creativity and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

We pray that people who suffer from depression or burn‐out will find support and a light that opens them up to life.