5 takeaways from Pope Francis’ historic visit to the USA

Saturday, October 3, 2015

Sebastian Gomes

(Photo: courtesy of CNS) How are we to evaluate Pope Francis’ historic six-day visit to the United States? Should it be considered a success? Did the Pope accomplish what he set out to do? Were there questions left unanswered? How should we gage the response of the American Church? Of the American people? What lasting […]

Like-minded, like-hearted: Boston Cardinal discusses The Francis Effect

Sunday, August 10, 2014

Salt + Light Media

Sebastian Gomes, Salt + Light writer/producer/director of The Francis Effect, gives us a glimpse into filming the documentary: Before and during the 2013 conclave there was much talk about the possibility of an American pope. As unlikely as it may have seemed at the time, we can now say with a degree of certainty that the […]

Vatican Connections: December 6, 2013

Friday, December 6, 2013

Alicia Ambrosio

Pope Francis decided to create a Vatican commission for the protection of minors, a cardinal involved in Curial reform announced this week. Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston told reporters on Thursday that the eight member Council of Cardinals which advises the pope on curial reform, had proposed the creation of a commission for the protection […]

Praying for Boston

Friday, April 19, 2013

Salt + Light Media

An inter-faith service was held at Boston’s Cathedral of the Holy Cross on Thursday. Below is the text of remarks by Cardinal Sean O’Malley. Religious and Political leaders took part in the service. My dear brothers, sisters and friends. On behalf of our Catholic community, I wish to welcome all of you here to the […]