Pope Francis said “superficial” marriage preparation programs leave many couples at risk of having invalid marriages or unprepared to cope with the struggles that arise in every marriage.

In his general audience, Pope Francis implored Catholics to take care of the elderly as a community of faith.

I have called myself a peacemaker. I have never held a gun and never want to. But I am also a father, and I will always protect my children.

In his general audience, Pope Francis highlighted how old age ironically helps us to fulfill Jesus’ commandment to be “born again.”

Is it in keeping with our faith to believe it is possible that those who have died may be able to help us? Absolutely.

The joy of marriage is getting overshadowed by the pressure for increasingly expensive and elaborate weddings. Parish priest could gently remind couples that it does not have to be this way.