Once again Pope Francis has achieved a significant breakthrough.  This time in a long-hoped for, but frequently thwarted encounter with the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. 

“The Lord has remembered his mercy” (Luke 1:46-47). The psalm response for today (June 27) is emblematic of the ministry of Pope Francis.

Pope Francis has taken another major step forward by establishing an independent board for reviewing bishops who have been negligent, remiss or recalcitrant about addressing sexual abuse issues in their diocese.

Oscar Romero, the assassinated archbishop of El Salvador, was beatified amidst great rejoicing in the capital city, May 23. 

Interest and enthusiasm about Pope Francis are abundant.  As with anyone we deeply admire, we want to know more. 

Pope Francis washed the feet of 12 inmates and a baby at Rome's main prison on Holy Thursday—similar to his now established practice. 

The Catholic Church has been surprised by joy these last two years.  The new pope has dramatically changed the conversation.