A reflection on the Holy Family as a family on mission, shaped by obedience, service, exile, and trust in God.
A Christmas reflection on Christ’s birth, divine solidarity, true joy, and the mission to share the Good News today.
A Christmas message reflecting on the Nativity, the Eucharist, and the light of Christ shining through mission communities worldwide.
Archbishop Ronald A. Hicks is appointed archbishop of New York, with installation set for February 6, 2026, at St. Patrick’s Cathedral.
-the-vision-of-saint-joseph-(vision-de-saint-joseph)-1886-1894.tmb-0.png?Culture=en&sfvrsn=57c17408_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). The Vision of Saint Joseph (Vision de Saint Joseph), 1886–1894.")
Today's Gospel shows Joseph's dream and the mystery it reveals: Jesus saves and fulfills God's promise made flesh.
Pope Leo’s viral White Sox cap moment tells a deeper story of faith, identity, and joy—rooted in his Chicago upbringing.
-the-childhood-of-saint-john-the-baptist-(l'enfance-de-saint-jean-baptiste)-1886-1894.tmb-0.png?Culture=en&sfvrsn=5cacb651_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). The Childhood of Saint John the Baptist (L'enfance de saint Jean-Baptiste), 1886–1894.")
John the Baptist’s doubts reveal a call to steadfast, joy-filled faith as we await Christ’s coming on Gaudete Sunday.
-saint-john-the-baptist-and-the-pharisees-(saint-jean-baptiste-et-les-pharisiens)-1886-1894.tmb-0.jpg?Culture=en&sfvrsn=2eab13ec_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). Saint John the Baptist and the Pharisees (Saint Jean-Baptiste et les pharisiens), 1886–1894.")
John the Baptist invites us to conversion and readiness as we prepare the way of the Lord in this Advent season.
Pope Leo XIV listens to stories of faith and resilience in Lebanon, calling the Church to a mission of solidarity and peace.
-the-communion-of-the-apostles-(la-communion-des-apôtres)-1886-1894.tmb-0.jpg?Culture=en&sfvrsn=25313f01_2 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). The Communion of the Apostles (La communion des apôtres), 1886–1894.")
The Gospel invites us to live Advent with vigilance and wisdom, embracing the missionary call present in every Mass.
Vietnam’s Eucharistic Youth Movement is forming joyful young missionaries who are renewing the Church from the inside out.
-it-is-finished-(consummatum-est)-1886-1894.tmb-0.png?Culture=en&sfvrsn=445d7ead_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). It Is Finished (Consummatum Est), 1886–1894.")
A powerful reflection on the kingship of Christ crucified—meek, merciful, and eternally present—calling us to continue His mission of love and salvation for the world.
MCA youth across the U.S. celebrated Mission Month with prayer, action, and joyful witness to the Gospel.
-jesus-speaks-near-the-treasury-(jésus-parle-près-du-trésor)-1886-1896.tmb-0.jpg?Culture=en&sfvrsn=3539eb9_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). Jesus Speaks Near the Treasury (Jésus parle près du trésor), 1886–1896.")
Christ calls missionary disciples to persevere, discern, and witness as the world passes away and the Kingdom draws near.
-jerusalem-jerusalem-(jérusalem-jérusalem)-1886-1894.tmb-0.jpg?Culture=en&sfvrsn=5459a5a5_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). Jerusalem Jerusalem (Jérusalem Jérusalem), 1886–1894.")
Jesus cleanses the Temple and reveals the Church as His body, calling us to holiness, faith, and zeal for God’s house.
-zacchaeus-in-the-sycamore-awaiting-the-passage-of-jesus.tmb-0.jpg?Culture=en&sfvrsn=88c4cb3b_4 "James Tissot (Nantes, France, 1836–1902, Chenecey–Buillon, France). Zacchaeus in the Sycamore Awaiting the Passage of Jesus")
A reflection on Zacchaeus and how confession, mercy, and love form the heart of Christian mission.
A powerful reflection on humility, prayer, and the missionary heart through the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector.
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A broken statue and a hidden illness reveal a powerful story of healing, dignity, and Our Lady’s quiet love.
How Scripture, divinely inspired and alive in the Church, forms hearts for mission and unveils God’s saving plan.
Pope Leo XIV calls Catholics to a mission of love rooted in truth, mercy, and unity.
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