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How to Know You’ve Found Your True Love

We know through our faith that we were created in the image and likeness of God — who is Love (1 John 4:8) — to be loved and to give love. We all have an ache in our hearts to be a "gift" to another; for even God said, "It is not good that man should be alone. " This ache especially deepens as we grow older and watch our friends get married, and the temptation to settle out of fear of being alone — and thus grasp for love — becomes all too real. When this is the case, we view each attractive Catholic of the opposite sex as a target of potential romance (and may even start envisioning the wedding colors and future children within a matter of 2.5 seconds). We’re not called to marry each attractive Catholic who comes our way — we’re only called to marry one. God knows who our future spouse is and truly wants what is best for us. So here are three indicators of how "you know. " St. Pope meets with religious leaders, highlights his commitment to inter-religious dialogue.

O'Malley among cardinals named by Pope Francis to lead Catholic Church reform. VATICAN CITY —The head of the Roman Catholic Church in the city is among eight cardinals named by Pope Francis to advise him on running the church and reforming the Vatican bureaucracy.

O'Malley among cardinals named by Pope Francis to lead Catholic Church reform

Cardinal Sean O'Malley is among members of the advisory panel announced by the Vatican on Saturday. The group includes only one current Vatican official, with the rest being cardinals from North, Central and South America, Africa, Asia, Europe and Australia. They will hold their first meeting Oct. 1-3, though the pope is already in contact with them, according to the announcement. Images: Life of Cardinal O'Malley. Pope washes feet of 12 young detainees to serve them 'from the heart' POPE-FEET (UPDATED) Mar-29-2013 (1,130 words) With photos posted March 28 and 29. xxxi Pope washes feet of 12 young detainees to serve them 'from the heart' By Carol GlatzCatholic News Service VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis told young inmates that, just as Jesus came to help and serve others, he, too, was at their service as a priest and bishop.

Pope washes feet of 12 young detainees to serve them 'from the heart'

During the evening Mass at Rome's Casal del Marmo prison for minors, Pope Francis washed the feet of 12 young people of different nationalities and faiths, including at least two Muslims and two women, who are housed at the juvenile detention facility. Angelic Jackie Evancho Sings the Sweetest Duet With Her Older Brother. Cardinal George shares insights on election of Pope. A Priest for Forty Hours. Pope meets with religious leaders, highlights his commitment to inter-religious dialogue. Pope Francis pays tribute to Benedict at audience with cardinals. March 13, 2013 - Pope Francis, white figure at center of the balcony of St.

Pope Francis pays tribute to Benedict at audience with cardinals

Peter's Basilica, looks at the crowd in St. Peter's Square, at the Vatican.AP VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis paid a heartfelt tribute Friday to his predecessor Benedict XVI, saying his faith and teaching had "enriched and invigorated" the Catholic Church and would remain its spiritual patrimony forever.

Francis offered the respects during an audience with the cardinals who elected him to succeed Benedict, whose resignation set in motion the extraordinary conclave that brought the first prelate from the New World and first Jesuit to the papacy. Full text: Pope Francis’ first Angelus address. "The Lord never tires of forgiving.

Full text: Pope Francis’ first Angelus address

We are the ones who tire of asking forgiveness. " A screenshot from the television broadcast of Pope Francis' first Angelus address (Vatican Radio photo) Hundreds of thousands of people turned out Sunday afternoon for Pope Francis’ first Angelus address, delivered from a balcony overlooking St. Peter’s Square. Here is the full text of his remarks, originally delivered in Italian and translated by Vatican Information Service: Dear brothers and sisters, good morning!

In this Fifth Sunday of Lent, the Gospel presents us with the story of the adulterous woman whom Jesus saves from being condemned to death. In these days, I have been able to read a book by a cardinal—Cardinal Kasper, a talented theologian, a good theologian—on mercy. Catholic News, Commentary, Information, Resources, and the Liturgical Year - Catholic Culture. Catholic Radio - Ave Maria Radio. Catholic Pulse: News that Catholics Need to Know. Catholic News Service Home Page.