Pope Francis

En su cuarta enc clica, Dilexit Nos ("Nos am "), el Papa Francisco escribe, en un momento de profundos desaf os globales, sobre el amor humano y divino del coraz n de Jesucristo. Como observa el Papa Francisco, "Nos movemos en sociedades de consumidores seriales que viven al d a y dominados por los ritmos y ruidos de la tecnolog a, sin mucha paciencia para hacer los procesos que la interioridad requiere". El Santo Padre pide un cambio de perspectiva, instando a la humanidad a redescubrir lo m s esencial: el coraz n.En Dilexit Nos, el Papa Francisco nos invita a reflexionar sobre los aspectos del amor del Se or que podr an iluminar el camino de la renovaci n eclesial y resonar significativamente en "un mundo que parece haber perdido el coraz n". Esta enc clica, que incluye reflexiones de las Sagradas Escrituras y de ense anzas anteriores del magisterio, reintroduce a la Iglesia en la devoci n espiritualmente profunda al Sagrado Coraz n.La publicaci n de la enc clica coincide con las celebraciones en curso que conmemoran el 350 aniversario de la primera aparici n de Jes s a Santa Margarita Mar a Alacoque en 1673, cuando le revel su Sagrado Coraz n.

The theme of the Jubilee of 2025 is hope, a virtue that is often forgotten and neglected while it remains a central element in the life of the believer. Pope Francis, with his gestures and his words, is an indomitable witness of hope, understood as the spiritual action of one who does not surrender to the night of evil in the world and does not make do with the worn-out words of consolation that are often repeated like slogans. He who lives by hope, on the other hand, says Francis, collaborates with God to 'make all things new'.

The Jubilee of 2025, together with the essential dimension of hope, must push us to an ever-greater awareness of the fact that faith is a pilgrimage and that we on this Earth are pilgrims, not tourists or wanderers.... We are pilgrims....To walk like a pilgrim means that we have a landing place, that our movement has a direction, a goal. To walk means to have a destination and to not be at the mercy of chance....Those who have God in their hearts have received the gift of a North Star to strive for -the love we have received from God is the reason for the love we must offer to other people.

In his fourth encyclical, Dilexit Nos ("He loved us"), Pope Francis writes, at a time of profound global challenges, on the human and divine love of the heart of Jesus Christ. As Pope Francis observes, "We find ourselves immersed in societies of serial consumers who live from day to day, dominated by the hectic pace and bombarded by technology, lacking in the patience needed to engage in the processes that an interior life by its very nature requires." The Holy Father calls for a change of perspective, urging humanity to rediscover what is most essential: the heart.In Dilexit Nos, Pope Francis invites us to reflect on aspects of the Lord's love that could illuminate the path of ecclesial renewal and resonate meaningfully with "a world that seems to have lost its heart." This encyclical, which includes reflections from Sacred Scripture and previous magisterial teachings, reintroduces the Church to the spiritually profound devotion to the Sacred Heart.The encyclical's release coincides with ongoing celebrations commemorating the 350th anniversary of the first appearance of Jesus to Saint Margaret Mary Alacoque in 1673, when he revealed to her his Sacred Heart.

"The certainty that nothing can ever separate us from God's love. This is the heart of Christian hope." In Pope Francis' proclamation for the Jubilee of 2025, he encourages all of us to be signs of hope to the world. While we may not always feel optimistic about the future, we are called to be renewed in hope and to press forward in our Christian lives. He reminds us that as we do, we will also revive our trust in the Church, in our relationships, and in our ability to shine the light of Christ with those who most need it. Be encouraged and lifted by this proclamation of hope

POPE FRANCIS' DEBUT MEMOIR - A moving, deeply human account of the life and legacy of one of the bravest and most visionary leaders in modern history--A must read for all generations in a world yearning for hope and changeFor the first time, Pope Francis tells the story of his life as he looks back on the momentous world events that have changed history--from his earliest years during the outbreak of World War II in 1939 to the turmoil of today. An extraordinary personal and historical journey, Life is the story of a man and a world in dramatic change. A champion for the oppressed and marginalized--and the future of our planet--Pope Francis has inspired all of us to take action to alter the course of history toward a more loving and humane trajectory.With eloquence, passion, and humility, Pope Francis recalls his life through memories and observations of the most significant occurrences of the past eight decades. The book opens with three-year-old Jorge in the kitchen with his mother in Argentina as World War II breaks out, and he goes on to witness several historic events: The fall of the Berlin Wall Videla's coup in Argentina The moon landing in 1969 And even the 1986 World Cup in which Maradona scored the unforgettable "hand of God" goal.Here are the frank assessments and intimate insights of a pastor reflecting on the Nazi extermination of the Jews, the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the 2001 terrorist attack on America and the collapse of the Twin Towers, the great economic recession of 2008, the Covid-19 pandemic, the retirement of Pope Benedict XVI, and the subsequent conclave that elected him Pontiff.The "pope callejero" recounts these world-changing moments with the candor and compassion that distinguishes him and offers important messages on major crises confronting us now, including social inequalities, climate change, international war, atomic weapons, racial discrimination, political unease, and the battles over social and cultural issues. An innovative change agent and a profoundly empathetic leader, the late Pope's words and vision live on in this unforgettable account of a religious and humanitarian legend. "We must learn from our elders what our planet has experienced, so as not to repeat the mistakes of the past."--Pope Francis

Dorothy DayFROM UNION SQUARE TO ROME Preface by Robert Ellsberg With a New Foreword by Pope Francis "Reading these pages by Dorothy Day and following her religious journey becomes an adventure that heartens us and teaches us how to keep a true image of God alive in ourselves."--Pope Francis "A spiritual gem . . . essential reading for contemporary Catholics."--James Martin, SJ Dorothy Day, co-founder of the Catholic Worker, has been called "the church's least likely yet most plausible saint." From Union Square to Rome, first published in 1938, offers the first account of her dramatic conversion to Roman Catholicism, a story later expanded upon in her classic memoir, The Long Loneliness. In this concise and passionate work, Day's purpose was to give an account to her comrades in the radical movement of how she came to embrace Christ and the Catholic Church. She reveals how God was present in all the steps of her journey: in intimations of the sacred, in her experiences in the struggle for social justice, in times of loneliness and confusion, in her experience of love, her joy in the birth of her daughter, and even in the painful price she ultimately paid for her faith. Pope Francis in his address to Congress in 2015 held up Day, whose cause for canonization is in process, among "four great Americans" who speak to the needs of our day. And now in a new Foreword to this edition, he holds up her story for all people, and especially for Catholics: "Her whole life was devoted to social justice and human rights, particularly for the poor, the exploited workers, and the socially marginalized. It exemplified what St. James said in his Letter: 'Show me your faith without works and I by my works will show you my faith.'" Also in this edition, a selection of photographs that illustrate her text.

‘The nativity scene is akin to a living Gospel rising up from the pages of sacred Scripture. As we contemplate the Christmas story, we are invited to set out on a spiritual journey, drawn by the humility of the God who became man in order to encounter every man and woman.’ (Pope Francis, Admirabile Signum, 1). In this typically heart-warming apostolic letter, Pope Francis explores the meaning of the nativity scene, its origins, and the untold importance it has for society today. With references to the first nativity scene, attributed to St Francis of Assisi in Greccio, Italy, Pope Francis explores the history of the crib and its profound and everlasting symbolism. He also explores its implication for Christians today, at a time when, despite great wealth and prosperity, so many in society are told that there is ‘no room at the inn’. Royalties from this title will go the Peter McVerry Trust.

This is Pope Francis' story for you today: the departure point for your birth or rebirth, whatever form that may take. It is the glowing centre that sustains life, whatever your age. You are a wonder of creation.Even when your face is lined with worries or fatigue, remember that you are always a light that shines through the night. This is the greatest gift you've ever received, and no one can take it away from you. Dream on! Never stop dreaming. Believe! Believe in even greater and more beautiful truths. Let yourself be surprised by love. This is what it means to Live Well. This is the greatest and most beautiful wish we can extend to each other. Always.Joy - the wholesome and concrete kind, the joy we have all been searching for since birth - will be the natural outcome. It won't be an easy path; life's difficulties and the pervasive pessimism and cynicism of our era will periodically make it difficult to recognize and welcome grace into our life. But the Pope guarantees us that is precisely when we open our hearts to providence and allow tenderness and mercy to enter that life becomes beautiful. It's comforting to know that we can always begin again, that God can rebuild a story within us from the fragments. By letting ourselves be inspired by Pope Francis' 15 Rules for a Good Life, we can revel in the wondrous creations that we are, and savour the experience of what it means to live authentically. And so, joy will spread, bringing goodness to all those who welcome and share its gift.

The beloved spiritual leader's reflections--fifteen timeless habits for living with purpose, resilience, and joy. In A Good Life, Pope Francis offers one of his most personal and enduring works--a wise, accessible, and deeply human guide to the daily habits that shaped his life and can transform yours. Drawn from a lifetime of spiritual leadership, this book presents fifteen essential practices that sustained him through decades of ministry, global crisis, and private trials. This is not a list of abstract virtues or lofty theology. These are real, lived habits--things like gratitude, simplicity, mercy, connection, and spiritual attentiveness--that anyone can begin to adopt, no matter their background or beliefs. With signature humility and directness, Francis writes not from a pedestal, but from a place of shared humanity, inviting readers to rediscover the sacred in the ordinary. Completed shortly before his passing, A Good Life is more than a book--it's a legacy. It's an offering from a man who lived what he taught, and who believed that joy and goodness are always possible, even in the hardest moments. You'll discover: How to find joy in imperfection and beauty in brokenness The importance of face-to-face connection in a digital world A refreshing, practical path to living with integrity and hope What it means to live each day as if it truly matters This is Pope Francis at his most intimate and inspiring. A perfect gift for anyone searching for wisdom, stability, or a reset in a chaotic time.

Mother Teresa was one of the great spiritual servants of our era, whose simple wisdom expressed untold depths of devotion. In this treasury of her thoughts on prayer, she offers the world another blessing."--President Jimmy Carter, author of Living FaithMother Teresa's collected writings offer inspiration and guidance for all spiritual seekers.St. Teresa of Calcutta, the woman we all knew as Mother Teresa, was a devout Catholic nun, profoundly devoted to Jesus. She expressed her ceaseless devotion in many ways, central among them her well-known work with the poor and the sick. Her lesser-known expressions of faith included her deep respect for all religions and her burning wish for all people to grow closer to God. With a longing to reach as many souls as possible, she wrote, "I've always said we should help a Hindu become a better Hindu, a Muslim become a better Muslim, a Catholic become a better Catholic."This deeply profound collection of Mother Teresa's writings promises to both inspire and guide all people, from any or no faith tradition, who are seeking to find and walk a spiritual path.

In his apostolic exhortation C'Est La Confiance ("It Is Confidence"), Pope Francis reflects on Saint Th r se of Lisieux on the 150th anniversary of her birth. The title of the document is taken from words used by Saint Th r se in a letter to a Carmelite sister expressing her full confidence in the merciful love of God. As she stated, "It is confidence and nothing but confidence that must lead us to Love."Th r se (1873-1897), popularly known as the "Little Flower," is one of the best known and most beloved saints. Pope Francis writes that " w]e would do well to delve more deeply into her message" shared in her Story of a Soul as well as the example she set forth with her "little way" of life -- the path of trust and love."Therese, for her part, wished to highlight the primacy of God's action; she encourages us to have complete confidence as we contemplate the love of Christ poured out to the end," Pope Francis writes. "With confidence, the wellspring of grace overflows into our lives, the Gospel takes flesh within us and makes us channels of mercy for our brothers and sisters."

In his historic encyclical of 2015, Laudato Si' On Care for Our Common Home, Pope Francis firmly established ecological concerns as central to the agenda of Catholic Social Teaching. Along with a spiritual framework on care for creation, he outlined issues of climate change, biodiversity, the peril facing our oceans, access to fresh water, and sustainable food, and offered a comprehensive guide to integral ecology. Eight years later comes a shorter but even more urgent call in the form of this new apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum, which focuses specifically on the "climate crisis" of our time. Disappointed that not enough has been done in the intervening years, he addresses the irreversible effects of increasing global temperatures, the decrease in ice sheets, and other signs of the times. He critiques the "technocratic paradigm," the ongoing addiction to a fossil-fuel economy, and the "weaknesses of international politics," while leveling particular criticism at those who sow resistance and confusion. For all people of good will, it is a call to face the preeminent crisis of our times and to draw on all our spiritual wisdom, scientific knowledge, and political will to meet the challenge. As Erin Lothes Biviano writes in her introduction, Pope Francis here writes as a prophet, priest, poet, and most of all "a pastor, deeply concerned for people throughout the world, and above all for the poor." Selections from Laudato Si' focusing on pastoral, theological, and spiritual themes are also included in this edition, enhancing its value for study and reflection.

Written with his beloved down to earth style, Pope Francis tells the story of Christmas through the lens of the different characters of the Nativity scene. This book, in English for the first time, is destined to be a perennial Christmas classic."The nativity scene is like a living Gospel rising up from the pages of sacred Scripture. As we contemplate the Christmas story, we are invited to set out on a spiritual journey, drawn by the humility of the God who became man in order to encounter every man and woman. We come to realize that so great is his love for us that he became one of us, so that we in turn might become one with him." Pope FrancisOn the 800th anniversary of St. Francis's original nativity, Pope Francis gives to the world this stirring call to come to the manger and encounter Christ anew.

'The clock is ticking, and all life is in danger, yet we still have time. . . . So let us take the first steps and go out to encounter the other - those who are different from us. Let us put our hands, minds, and hearts into working together. Let us be the change we want to see in the world.' Pope Francis In his most challenging and outward-facing book yet, Pope Francis reflects on ten vital issues the world is facing today. I Am Asking in the Name of God is an unflinching and inspiring work that celebrates the tenth anniversary of Francis' papal election and encompasses his hopes and dreams for the Church and for all humanity. The book is being released in over a dozen other languages throughout the world. Among other prayers, Pope Francis is asking in the name of God * for the media to reject fake news and renounce hateful language * for a stop to the madness of war * for the welcome of migrants and refugees * for the eradication of the culture of abuse from within the Church I Am Asking in the Name of God is the Pope's manifesto for the world: a heartfelt call for all people to to embrace and encourage the good, while rejecting and renouncing the dark forces of hatred, greed, deceit and delusion that threaten to engulf us. These words of wisdom from Pope Francis are both practical and realistic, as well as hopeful. They provide a clear vision of the peaceful, just and sustainable world - and as such, should matter to anyone who wants to work for a better world. The perfect book for all admirers of the Pope and the progressive changes he's introducing within the Catholic Church, I Am Asking in the Name of God will also appeal to anyone who desires a better world and wants to work together for positive change.

In his apostolic exhortation Laudate Deum ("Praise God"), Pope Francis addresses environmental concerns in the world with the respect to human life and dignity. This follow-up to his encyclical Laudato Si': On Care for Our Common Home looks at what has happened since 2015 when the encyclical was released and what still needs to be done.Pope Francis expounds upon the theme of human ecology presented in Laudato Si' and the idea that humans and the environment are inextricably intertwined. This new document focuses in particular on the most recent extreme weather events and catastrophes affecting people across five continents. The Holy Father urges greater environmental action and notes how environmental degradation can lead to human degradation, especially in how the poor and marginalized are treated.Laudate Deum was released on October 4, the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi, the pope's namesake whose words open Laudato Si'.

The beloved Pope Francis's prayers for the ten most pressing issues the world is facing today, inspiring action to radically unite humanity in hope for a peaceful future "The clock is ticking, and all life is in danger, yet we still have time. . . . So let us take the first steps and go out to encounter the other--those who are different from us. Let us put our hands, minds, and hearts into working together. Let us be the change we want to see in the world."--Pope Francis In this challenging and evocative book, Pope Francis reflects on ten vital issues the world is facing today, encompassing his hopes and dreams for the Church and for all of humankind. Among other prayers, Pope Francis is asking in the name of God - for the media to reject fake news and renounce hateful language- for a stop to the madness of war- for the welcome of migrants and refugees- for the eradication of the culture of abuse from within the Church This isn't just a world leader's reflections on spirituality. I Am Asking in the Name of God is a wake-up call for all of humanity, a practical path toward unity, and a lighthouse of hope in the darkest of eras. This unflinching and inspiring book is a catalyst of change to usher in a new age more beautiful than we can imagine.

A moving reflection on how to hold on to hope--and fight for joy--even when the world feels broken. Written in the wake of global crises and personal trials, A Gift of Joy and Hope is the late Pope Francis's candid exploration of what it means to live with enduring joy. This book doesn't sugarcoat suffering. Instead, it invites readers to confront pain, injustice, and uncertainty with a fierce trust that joy is possible--and worth seeking. Through stories, meditations, and piercing questions, Pope Francis shares how he has learned to find God in the hidden corners of life and why joy is both a gift and a discipline. He offers wisdom not just for surviving difficult seasons, but for transforming them into sources of resilience, compassion, and deeper faith. With characteristic warmth and directness, A Gift of Joy and Hope is both balm and battle cry for those who refuse to give up on the beauty of life, even in its most challenging hours. Hope never lets us down

"Synodality is not a chapter in an ecclesiology textbook, much less a fad or a slogan to be bandied about in our meetings. Synodality is an expression of the Church's nature, her form, style, and mission."--Pope Francis The word "synodality" means "journeying together." To Pope Francis, a commitment to synodality has been one of the defining themes of his papacy, and an essential dimension of his intended legacy for the Roman Catholic Church. Synodality, he says, is not something the Church does--but an expression of its being: walking together, listening, and collaborating under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Regular "synods" of bishops have gathered since Vatican II to address concerns of the universal church. But Pope Francis has wished to open this process more widely to the People of God. In a process begun in 2021 which will conclude with a gathering of church leadership in October 2023 and 2024--a Synod on Synodality--Francis seeks to enable a church and church structures that are defined less from the top-down, and more through the participation of all members of the Church in a spirit of collaboration and openness. Along with Pope Francis's principal reflections on this theme, Walking Together includes reflections by Cardinal Mario Grech, the Secretary of the Synod of Bishops, and Sister Nathalie Becquart, undersecretary of the General Secretariat of the Synod of Bishops.

Desiderio desideravi, the title of Pope Francis's 2022 document on the sacred liturgy, comes from the Latin version of Luke 22:15: "I have earnestly desired (Desiderio desideravi) to eat this Passover with you before I suffer." Pope Francis begins this beautiful and relatively short reflection on the beauty, goodness, and truth of the sacred liturgy by reminding us of the Most Holy Trinity's love for us and desire for us.Responding to the need demonstrated by the desire of some Catholics for the pre-Vatican II Mass, Pope Francis encourages a deepening of our understanding of the Eucharist in order that we might fully appreciate the riches in the liturgy. The pope's text is accompanied by a helpful introduction and commentary by prominent liturgical and sacramental theologian, Kevin W. Irwin.Pope Francis, Jorge Mario Bergolio, was born in Buenos Aires on December 17, 1936, and became bishop of Rome and the 266th pope of the Catholic Church on March 13, 2013.Msgr. Kevin W. Irwin is a priest of the Archdiocese of New York who has taught at The Catholic University of America for years, where he served as dean of the School of Theology and Religious Studies.†