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As we mourn together in love, sorrow, and deep gratitude for our beloved Holy Father, let us also rejoice that his suffering is over, and that Almighty God has welcomed him into his heavenly home. We are eternally grateful for the legacy he leaves us—the establishment of the World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly.…

By Devin Watkins At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words: “Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Francis. At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis,…

In a video message with his prayer intention for April, the Pope urges putting technology at the service of everyone, especially those most in need. By Kielce Gussie In the month of April, Pope Francis dedicates his prayer intention to new technologies and the hope that their use “will not replace human relationships, will respect…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of March 2025, and invites everyone to pray for “families in crisis,” as he acknowledges that no family is perfect, but that when we forgive our family members, we can rediscover peace. By Deborah Castellano Lubov Pope Francis’ monthly prayer intention this March is for “families…

DANA, and her husband Damien Scallon, wrote the beloved hymn “Lady of Knock”. As a schoolgirl in 1970, DANA became Ireland’s first winner of the famous Eurovision Song Contest. Her winning song, ”All Kinds of Everything” was a #1 hit throughout Europe and beyond, opening the door to a highly successful music and television career.…

In his Message for Lent 2025, Pope Francis invites the faithful to “journey together in hope,” and to take the opportunity of the upcoming Lenten Season to ask ourselves whether we are truly willing to heed God’s call to change our lives. By Lisa Zengarini The central theme of Pope Francis’ Lenten Message is encapsulated…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of February, and urges Catholics to pray for young men and women to welcome God’s call to the priesthood or religious life. By Devin Watkins “Let us pray that the ecclesial community might welcome the desires and doubts of those young people who feel called to…

These essential practices will help make the Jubilee Year 2025 a time to deepen your faith and strengthen your family bonds. As we embark on 2025, we’re not simply beginning another year; we’re stepping into a profound moment of grace and renewal. This Jubilee Year, themed around hope, invites us to celebrate, reflect, and reconnect—drawing closer…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of January 2025, and invites everyone to pray for “the right to an education.” By Deborah Castellano Lubov Pope Francis’ monthly prayer intention this January is for “the right to an education.” The Pope invited the Church to pray for this intention in this month’s The…

The following is the text of the Message of the Holy Father Francis for the 58th World Day of Peace, to be held on 1 January 2025 on the theme “Forgive us our trespasses: grant us your peace”: Message of the Holy Father Forgive us our trespasses: grant us your peace I. Listening to the plea of…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of December, and invites Christians to pray that each of us may become pilgrims of hope as a result of the 2025 Jubilee. By Devin Watkins “Let us pray that this upcoming Jubilee may strengthen us in our faith, helping us to recognize the Risen Christ…

In his prayer intention for November, Pope Francis prays that all parents who mourn the loss of s son or daughter might find consolation in their community, and may receive peace of heart from the Spirit of Consolation. By Christopher Wells “There are no words” that can console a parent who has lost a child,…

On October 7, 2024, Catholics around the globe will unite in a profound act of faith and solidarity by participating in World Rosary Day, a pivotal event designed to spiritually prepare the faithful for the upcoming Jubilee Year 2025. This special day of prayer has been initiated in response to Pope Francis’ call for a “symphony of prayer”…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of October “for a shared mission,” and calls on all faithful in whatever vocation they may have to do their best to contribute to a sense of co-responsibility in the Church. By Deborah Castellano Lubov Pope Francis’ monthly prayer intention for October is for “a shared…

In a video message accompanying his prayer intention for September, Pope Francis prays that “each of us might listen with our hearts to the cry of the earth and of the victims of environmental disasters and climate change, making a personal commitment to care for the world we inhabit.” By Christopher Wells Considering rising temperatures…

In his prayer intention for August, Pope Francis prays that political leaders may be at the service of their people. By Christopher Wells “Politics is one of the highest forms of charity because it seeks the common good,” says Pope Francis, quoting his predecessor St Paul VI. In his prayer intention for the month of…

Over 5000 grandparents and elderly from across Ireland, along with multi-generational families, gathered at the Shrine of Our Lady of Knock to celebrate the Catholic Grandparents Association National Grandparents Pilgrimage and World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. The event was graced by Chief Celebrant Papal Nuncio for Ireland Archbishop Luis Montemayor, Bishop Denis Nulty…

Today, the Church celebrates the Feast of Saints Anne and Joachim, the Virgin Mary’s parents and Jesus’s grandparents. Pope Francis reminds us, “In their home, Mary came into the world, accompanied by the extraordinary mystery of the Immaculate Conception. Mary grew up in the home of Joachim and Anne; she was surrounded by their love…

Join us for the Ordinariate Portal Podcast on the Eighth Sunday after Trinity with our guest Speaker Catherine Wiley from the Catholic Grandparents Association.

Visiting the elderly is a source of reconciliation and forgiveness Plenary Indulgence to those who participate in the World Day for the Grandparents and the Elderly, or whom visit the elderly that are alone Also on the occasion for the 4th World day for Grandparents and the Elderly, which will be celebrated on the 28th of July…

On Sunday 28 July, the World Day for Grandparents and Elderly will be marked with the annual national grandparents’ pilgrimage to the Shrine of our Lady of Knock in the Archdiocese of Tuam.  The chief celebrant for Mass in the Basilica at 3.00pm will be His Excellency the Apostolic Nuncio to Ireland, Archbishop Luis Mariano…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of July, and invites Christians to pray that the Church might show God’s closeness to people enduring illness. By Devin Watkins “Let us pray that the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick grant the Lord’s strength to those who receive it and to their loved…

14th June 2024 Chairwoman of Catholic Grandparents Association (Gibraltar) Mrs Rosemarie Isola welcomed Mrs Catherine Wiley, the movement’s founder, with visits held at Prior Park (on Thursday) and Loreto Convent (Friday) schools. Grandparents, teachers and pupils were present for both visits. Mrs Wiley was also present at the Corpus Christi Mass and Procession held on…

Catherine Wiley – The Founder of The CGA attended a webinar for The Pastoral Care of The Elderly in The Episcopal Conferences – Rome DO NOT CAST ME OFF IN MY OLD AGE It is perhaps self-evident, to state that to be a grandparent is not simply a matter of fact borne out of biological…

In his Message for the Fourth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, which will take place on 28 July 2024, Pope Francis recognizes the situation of many elderly people today, and assures them: “God never abandons His children, never.” By Sr. Francine-Marie Cooper, ISSM “Do not cast me off in my old age” (cf.…

Rediscovering fraternity, building bonds, and living a Day without loneliness: pastoral guidelines from the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life Pope Francis’ Message on the occasion of the Fourth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly was published today. The Fourth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated on 28 July and…

Paul VI Audience HallSaturday, 27 April 2024 “THE CARESS AND THE SMILE”MEETING OF POPE FRANCIS WITH GRANDPARENTS, THE ELDERLY AND GRANDCHILDREN,ORGANIZED BY THE FONDAZIONE ETÀ GRANDE (OLD AGE FOUNDATION) Dear grandparents and dear grandchildren, good morning and welcome! I greet Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia and all those who have collaborated to organize this moment of celebration. And particular thanks…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for the month of May: For the formation of men and women religious and for seminarians. In his video message, the Pope emphasises the ongoing development of their vocations through grace, prayer, community, and witness to the Gospel. By Francesca Merlo This May, Pope Francis has invited us to…

Weekday & Saturday Mass Times 9am            Parish Church12 noon     Basilica3pm            Basilica with Anointing of the Sick7.30pm      Parish Church (Rosary at 7pm) Adoration on weekdays 9am – 6.30pm   Blessed Sacrament Chapel7pm – 9pm         Apparition Chapel with evening prayer at 8.30pm Stations of…

A new book about Pope Francis’ life, authored by Fabio Marchese Ragona, will be published by HarperCollins in countries throughout Europe and the Americas in the spring of 2024, featuring personal events from his life and the great events that have marked the 20th century up to the present day. By Vatican News

At the heart of our Christian Faith is the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. These saving events that we commemorate and participate in during the Sacred Liturgy of Holy Week are the reason we call it ‘the Great Week.’  Mary is helping us to make this journey together as we walk with her…

Pope Francis releases his prayer intention for March, asking for prayers for the martyrs of our day, and recalling a story he was told by a widowed Muslim man who recounted the martyrdom of his Christian wife as she defied terrorists. By Francesca Merlo “For the martyrs of our day, witnesses to Christ”. In the…

‘Loneliness’ at heart of Pope’s theme for 4th Grandparents Day By Devin Watkins On Sunday, July 28, Catholics around the world will be invited to take time to reflect on the great heritage and wisdom passed on by their grandparents and the elderly. In preparation for the 4th World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, the…

In his message for Lent 2024, Pope Francis invites the faithful to “pause” for prayer and to assist our brothers and sisters in need, in order to change our own lives and the lives of our communities. By Christopher Wells – Vatican News “When our God reveals Himself, His message is always one of freedom,”…

Pictured Left to right – Jane Chaya, Marilyn Henry (CGA International Ministry Coordinator), Sheila Lum The CGA Ministry at Prince of Peace, Houston, Texas, was invited to exhibit at the Diocese of Galveston/Houston’s “Conference on Aging” sponsored by the Office on Aging. Attendees were invited to write the names of their grandchildren in the Ministry’s…