Francis “has become a moral rudder for the world on some of the most important issues of our time, from inequality to climate change.” U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden, speaking of the papal visit to the USA. Source Reference The president…

“Pope Francis has breathed new life into what I believe is the central mission of our faith: Catholic social doctrine.” U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden, speaking of the papal visit to the USA. Source Reference The president and the pope: Common…

“If we are coping with demand increase by sustainable intensification, but then we suddenly have a catastrophic year, and we lose a big chunk of the world’s calories, everybody will feel it” Professor Tim Benton, UK Global Food Security Programme,…

“The most extreme events of the future are likely to become more intense, so potentially larger shocks and more frequent shocks” Professor Tim Benton, UK Global Food Security Programme, speaking of devastating predictions of food shortages due to climate warming….

“The fact is, God does indeed humble nations because He desires for them to repent of their sins and return to Him. There can be no question that many within the United States are increasingly rejecting God and His ways….

“Celebration is a precious gift from God. It’s a precious gift God has made for the human family. Let’s not ruin it” Pope Francis, referring to Sunday worship. Source Reference Pope Francis: Sundays are a gift from God – don’t…

“Pope Francis is my hero” Sir Elton John, Famous rock star, after Pope Francis’ remarks in support of evolution and the Big Bang theory. Source Reference Elton John brands Pope Francis ‘my hero’

“I’m trying to catch up with [Kansas bishops] and discuss with them some of the implications of issues and moving our nation forward in a direction that will be more pleasing to the Lord.” Rep. Tim Huelskamp(R-Kan.) commenting on the…

“Whether it’s climate change or hunger or taking care of the poor, the Pope’s message is really the embodiment of what Catholic social teaching has been about, historically.” U.S, Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn. Source Reference Pope and Congress: Francis is…

“I’ve been waiting for this pope all my life. I find him inspirational and I know a lot of other people do, not just Catholics.” Jim McGovern, 57 of Massachusetts. Source Reference POPE AND CONGRESS: FRANCIS IS CERTAIN TO CHALLENGE…

“In the Church there is no such thing as a ‘do-it-yourself’ attitude there is no such thing as a free agent… Sometimes we hear people say: ‘I believe in God, I believe in Jesus, but I’m not interested in the…

“The Big Bang, which today we hold to be the origin of the world, does not contradict the intervention of the divine creator but, rather, requires it.” Pope Francis, during a speech at the Pontifical Academy of Sciences, October 2014….