Vatican Connections: November 29, 2013

Friday, November 29, 2013

Alicia Ambrosio

Pope Francis knows what challenges are facing the church and he has a few ideas on how to overcome those challenges while admiting he doesn’t have all the answers. The pope made the statements in his Apostolic Exhortation, “Evangelii Gaudium” released November 26. During the first months of his pontificate Pope Francis has addressed all […]

Evangelii Gaudium: The Joy of the Gospel

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Salt + Light Media

Pope Francis has issued his first Apostolic Exhortation on Tuesday, Evangelii Gaudium, translated into English as The Joy of the Gospel. The 224-page document outlines the Pope’s vision for a missionary Church, whose “doors should always be open”. The Pope speaks on numerous themes, including evangelization, peace, homiletics, social justice, the family, respect for creation, […]

Vatican Connections: November 22, 2013

Friday, November 22, 2013

Alicia Ambrosio

This week: Pope Francis is set to release a document on evangelization, Google uncovers the catacombs, and Cardinal Zen shares his insights into the relationship between the Holy See and China. *** One story that didn’t make into this week’s program but merits a second look is Pope Francis and the mafia. Pope Francis has […]