We’re proud to launch a new podcast from Catholic News Service: @vaticanaccess. Episode 1 features Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel (@ZekeEmanuel) — an atheist physician who was invited to speak at the Vatican. Watch the full conversation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1SGEToeB8w
Recitation of the Angelus prayer and the Rosary from the Holy House in Loreto
From the Paul VI Hall, first Lenten sermon delivered by the Preacher of the Pontifical Household, Fr. Roberto Pasolini, ofmCap: Conversion: Following the Lord Jesus on the path of humility, March 6, 2026
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel — one of the principal architects of modern American healthcare policy — was recently invited to the Vatican to address the Pontifical Academy for Life. In this conversation, recorded at Catholic News Service in Rome, he reflects on his childhood in Chicago, his role advising U.S. presidents, his views on euthanasia and end-of-life care, and why his central message — especially fitting for Lent — is disarmingly simple: remember that you are going to die. His invitation to the Vatican underscores a larger dynamic — how the Church navigates its engagement with secular expertise, and how encounters between belief and unbelief can deepen moral discernment in a fragmented age. Guest bio: Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel is a physician, oncologist, and bioethicist widely regarded as one of the principal architects of modern American healthcare policy. A longtime professor at the University of Pennsylvania, he has shaped national debates on medical ethics, end-of-life care, and health system reform for more than three decades. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introduction — Medicine, Mortality & Moral Clarity 2:27 “Remember You Will Die” — How Mortality Shapes a Life 4:44 Purpose & Vocation — What Drives Dr. Emanuel? 10:09 The Turning Point — Choosing Medicine 13:13 From Physician to Presidential Adviser 14:02 Why the Vatican Invited Him to Speak 16:44 The Vatican’s Global Influence on Health Care Ethics 18:03 Faith & Secular Bioethics — Can Believers and Nonbelievers Work Together? 19:19 Euthanasia & End-of-Life Ethics — Dr. Emanuel’s Position 23:22 Rome — What Surprised Him Most 28:45 Dr. Emanuel on Pope Leo’s Address 31:11 Population Aging & the Sustainability of Health Systems 32:06 His Private Exchange with Pope Leo 33:00 The Longevity Debate — Inside His New Book 36:38 Does Religious Practice Improve Your Health? 38:41 Lent, Feasts & the Rhythm of the Year — A Health Lesson? 41:57 Mortality, Meaning & the Lessons of the Dying 46:37 What He’s Bringing Home from the Vatican -- -- -- Subscribe to Vatican Access to receive new episodes, exclusive interviews, and special content delivered directly to your inbox at vaticanaccess.com. -- -- -- Follow Vatican Access on Social Media: ?? Facebook: / vaticanaccess ?? Instagram: / vaticanaccess ?? Twitter/X: / vaticanaccess ?? TikTok: / vaticanaccess #Vatican #CatholicChurch #Bioethics #EzekielEmanuel #ReligionAndScience
Welcome! Join The CatholicTV Network for the full Daily Catholic Mass celebration on this Friday of the Second Week of Lent. In today’s reverent Homily, Father Richard Clancy reflects on the "sacred practice of penance" and the journey toward the holy things to come. Drawing from the story of Joseph and the Parable of the Wicked Tenants, Father Clancy explores the destructive power of jealousy and the wondrous way God brings redemption out of rejection. We are encouraged to set our course toward the "pledge of eternal salvation," trusting that the stone rejected by the builders has become the cornerstone of our faith. This Mass is a powerful call to sincerity of heart as we prepare for the mystery of Christ's Passion and Resurrection. The Scriptures highlight the pattern of betrayal and the triumph of God’s plan: -The First Reading (Genesis 37:3-28): Israel loves Joseph best of all his sons, giving him a long tunic, which stirs the hatred and jealousy of his brothers. When they see him from a distance, they plot to kill the "master dreamer," but at Judah's suggestion, they instead sell him into slavery to Ishmaelite traders for twenty pieces of silver. -The Responsorial Psalm (Ps 105): A reminder of God's providence: "Remember the marvels the Lord has done". -The Holy Gospel (Matthew 21:33-46): Jesus tells the parable of a landowner who plants a vineyard and leases it to tenants. When he sends his son to collect the produce, the tenants kill him, thinking they will acquire his inheritance. Jesus asks the Pharisees what the owner will do to those tenants and then quotes the Scripture: "The stone that the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; by the Lord has this been done, and it is wonderful in our eyes". May the redemption promised grant us health of mind and body, and may we merit the defense of God's protection through our constancy in good deeds. Mass Chapters for Navigation -Introductory Rites / Penitential Act: 1:01 -Collect (Opening Prayer): 1:50 -First Reading: 2:19 -Responsorial Psalm: 4:44 -Gospel: 7:02 -Homily: 9:07 -Prayers Of The Faithful: 14:32 -Liturgy of the Eucharist Begins: 15:52 -Eucharistic Prayer / Consecration: 17:13 -The Lord's Prayer: 22:18 -Communion: 24:56 -Concluding Rites / Final Blessing: 27:05 Theological & Liturgical Context -Season: Friday of the Second Week of Lent. -Gospel Focus: The Cornerstone of Faith; Jesus identifies Himself as the Son in the parable, revealing that His rejection and death are the very means by which God establishes the new and eternal Kingdom. -Homily Key Message: We are called to "attain the redemption you promise" by setting our course well through penance, allowing God to transform the wickedness of human rejection into the wonderful victory of His grace. If today's Mass helped you find strength in the victory of Jesus, please Like this video and Subscribe to The CatholicTV Network. Your support allows us to continue bringing this "great prayer" to our global family of faith! Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss a daily Mass: http://bit.ly/31Ceiuu Join this channel to get access to perks like custom CatholicTV emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCORAZZmab8apqy2TMHZlZVQ/join Donate to CatholicTV and join us in our mission: https://www.catholictv.org/donate CatholicTV website: http://bit.ly/2KlLFuX Like us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2LWw1tm Follow us on Twitter: http://bit.ly/31eG1lf Follow us on Instagram: http://bit.ly/339rEAf #CatholicMass #DailyMass #Lent2026 #GospelOfMatthew #StoryOfJoseph #Cornerstone #ParableOfTheTenants #DivineProvidence #Catholic #Theology #VirtualMass #CatholicTV #FatherRichardClancy
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Pastoral Visit to the Parish of the Sacred Heart of Jesus - Holy Mass presided over by Pope Leo XIV
For each day of the forty days of the penitential season of Lent, the seminarians and clergy of the Pontifical North American College (NAC) wake up early to walk to one of the 'station churches' in Rome for a 7am Mass—also known as a 'stational liturgy'. #Vatican #rome #CatholicChurch #leoxiv ??Download SAINT app: ??For iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/es/app/saint-catholic-lifestyle/id6670555256?l=en-GB ??For Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.saint.saintapp&hl=en ?? Subscribe to our channel, and activate notifications: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxshhzR907v2w6DjICyAgLQ?view_as=subscriber ?? Follow us on our social networks: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/romereports/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/romereports Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RomeReportsENG Whatsapp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbAxPrc1NCrTE7pOmm1e ???? And you can also visit our website: https://www.romereports.com/
Welcome! Join The CatholicTV Network for the full Daily Catholic Mass celebration on this Thursday of the Second Week of Lent. In today’s reverent Homily, Father Bobby LeBlanc invites us to look deeply into the "fire of the Spirit" to find steadfastness in our faith. Drawing from the solemn exhortation of Moses and the radical call of Jesus, Father LeBlanc explores the fundamental choice set before every believer: the choice between life and death, blessing and curse. We are encouraged to "deny ourselves" and take up our cross daily, trusting that God’s grace is the essential support for our human weakness. This Mass serves as a powerful reminder that our path to holiness is found in "holding fast" to the Lord and seeking the eternal gifts that the Spirit alone can bestow. May this Sacrifice remain active in its effects, working ever more strongly within us to make us effective in works of charity. Mass Chapters for Navigation -Introductory Rites / Penitential Act: 0:58 -Collect (Opening Prayer): 1:50 -First Reading: 2:20 -Responsorial Psalm: 3:35 -Gospel: 5:48 -Homily: 7:47 -Prayers Of The Faithful: 14:07 -Liturgy of the Eucharist Begins: 15:24 -Eucharistic Prayer / Consecration: 17:13 -The Lord's Prayer: 22:25 -Communion: 24:34 -Concluding Rites / Final Blessing: 27:00 Theological & Liturgical Context -Season: Thursday of the Second Week of Lent. -Gospel Focus: The Theology of the Cross; Jesus teaches that authentic life is not found in the accumulation of worldly profit, but in the sacrificial surrender of one's own will to the mission of the Father. -Homily Key Message: We are called to be "steadfast in faith," recognizing that our Lenten journey is a time to purify our desires and direct our hearts toward the way everlasting. If today's Mass helped you choose Christ more fully, please Like this video and Subscribe to The CatholicTV Network. Your support allows us to continue bringing the "support and guidance" of the Gospel to those who implore God's grace! Subscribe to our YouTube channel so you never miss a daily Mass: http://bit.ly/31Ceiuu Join this channel to get access to perks like custom CatholicTV emojis: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCORAZZmab8apqy2TMHZlZVQ/join Donate to CatholicTV and join us in our mission: https://www.catholictv.org/donate CatholicTV website: http://bit.ly/2KlLFuX Like us on Facebook: http://bit.ly/2LWw1tm Follow us on Twitter: http://bit.ly/31eG1lf Follow us on Instagram: http://bit.ly/339rEAf #CatholicMass #DailyMass #Lent2026 #GospelOfLuke #Deuteronomy #WayOfTheCross #ChooseLife #Discipleship #Catholic #Theology #VirtualMass #CatholicTV #FatherBobbyLeBlanc
Recitation of the Angelus prayer and the Rosary from the Holy House in Loreto