Pope Francis on why he’s being buried at St. Mary Major instead of St Peter’s

There are seven other Pope's also buried in St. Mary Major. Hit the link for some pictures of the burial site. ROME // The cardinal stewarding Saint Mary Major Basilica, where Pope Francis will be buried, revealed this week that the pontiff initially intended to be buried in St. Peter’s Basilica, but changed his mind … Read more

From CatholicVote – “Farewell Francis”

A heartfelt note from an organization that has worked very hard to get the message of Jesus into the public square. Tomorrow, we lay the body of Pope Francis to rest.   Thousands of dignitaries from around the world will attend the solemn Mass in St. Peter’s Square.   America will be well represented: President … Read more

Redux: The Resurrection: Four Artists

I went back to find which Easter I had first had the thought to post some artists renditions of the Resurrection. Turns out it was April 12th, 2009. I’ve reposted the whole thing below. And below it all is a picture I came across from a posting in 2010, taken by Lauren, the daughter of … Read more

Good Friday Pax Christi Stations; NYC

Pax Christi is the Catholic peace organization and this was their 43rd annual Good Friday Stations of the Cross, across Manhattan. Starts near the UN and crosses 42nd St to Holy Cross Church between 8th and 9th Avenue. Since the early nineties Brigid and I have done the stations most years, with a handful missed … Read more