An interpreter simultaneously interpreting parts of the Saturday Mass for the deaf community, including the hymns, Scripture readings, homily and prayers at Sacred Heart Church.
Faith comes alive for deaf and hard of hearing with Interpreted Mass
Whoopi Goldberg delivers ‘Sister Act’ swag to Pope Francis
During a private audience with Pope Francis, Whoopi Goldberg presented him with a bag full of film merchandise from her 1992 comedy film “Sister Act.”
Synod focus on welcoming is what Jesus would do, synod member says
Finding better ways to live “like Jesus did” — reaching out, welcoming, healing and including others — was the focus of a small group discussion at the assembly of the Synod of Bishops.
‘Totus, totus, totus!’: A reminder and a correction
“Totus” is a word capable of capturing what it means to be Catholic Christians.
Women’s way: Pope opens path for more women at Vatican, in church
International Women’s Day presented the findings of two surveys on women in the church, which will help inform the Synod on synodality.
Being ‘inclusive’ of those with disabilities means valuing them, pope says
The pope’s meeting with the group Dec. 3 marked the International Day for Persons with Disabilities.
People with disabilities want to belong to church, conference stresses
The main message is that people with disabilities and their families “want to feel a sense of belonging in the church, and they do not feel like they have been on many occasions.”
Caritas, UNESCO look at how to promote women in leadership
“Caritas, the Holy See and UNESCO recognize that achieving the flourishing of the ‘full face of humanity’ requires collaboration, commitment and action from men and women at all levels, in all countries,” the joint press release said.