I just talked to the family of Officer Brian Sicknick, who was killed on Jan 6. He grew up in NJ, served his nation, but was assaulted and killed. His assailants sentenced to prison until pardoned by Trump. Let us lift up Sicknick’s name and memory: THREAD
Praying for a speedy recovery for eight Orange County fire fighters who sustained serious injuries on the way back from battling the Airport Fire.
Please consider chipping in to support them and their families. https://t.co/wlDyMNHHAI
From Hollywood to New York City the members of the @IAFFofficial stand in solidarity with @sagaftra as they fight for a fair contract. This is what it means to be #UnionStrong.
On the cross, Jesus refused to yield to despair, but he prayed and entrusted Himself to the Father. In His abandonment, he continued to love and forgive His crucifiers. Jesus, in His abandonment, asks us to see and have a heart for the many "abandoned Christs".
Great to catch up w my friend @JulieSuCA last night in DC. Excited about her nomination to be Secretary of Labor. She is a fantastic choice to look out for all workers across the entire nation.
Ash Wednesday is considered the "door" to Lent. The fundamental dimension of Lent is the conversion of the heart to God.
Jesus indicates some of the useful instruments to accomplish an authentic interior renewal: the works of charity (almsgiving), prayer and penance (fasting).
Today is the #WorldDayOfTheSick. Like the Good Samaritan, let us stop and care for people who are ill and suffering. May #OurLadyOfLourdes bless all the sick and those who care for them with love. @VaticanIHD
Another reminder that farmworkers are essential.
California farmworkers continue working through severe weather to ensure families across the country have food on their table.
When we have strong feelings of doubt and fear, and we seem to be sinking, we must not be ashamed to cry out like Peter: “Lord, save me” (Mt 14:30). This is a beautiful prayer! And Jesus immediately stretches out his hand.
Violence against women & girls is one of the most persistent & devastating human rights violations in our world today.
On this International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women & every day, I’m committed to the fight to create a safe, equitable society for women.
Do not forget about workers. Without dignified work and just remuneration, young people will not truly become adults and inequality will increase. Do not forget to create work, good work, work for everyone. #EconomyOfFrancesco
God works through unplanned events, as well as through setbacks. Let us ask the Lord to send us His Spirit so that He might help us to discern and to recognize His presence even in the unforeseen and painful situations in our lives. #Discernment
Jesus shows us the patience of God, the merciful Father who calls us even at the last hour, who does not demand perfection but heartfelt enthusiasm, who wants to open a breach in our hardened hearts.