Jesus never abandons, coerces or blackmails anyone when they stray, rather, he patiently waits and is "our greatest and most faithful friend," Pope Francis said. "He remains at the door of the heart.

"When [Jesus] saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, ‘The harvest is plentiful, but the ...

"Now in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went to them, walking on the sea. And when the disciples saw Him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, ‘It is a ghost!’ And they cried out for ...

One of the most important virtues in forming deep, intimate relationships is faithfulness. Marriages are built on faithfulness. Friendships are built on faithfulness. Commitment to a local expression ...

Pope Francis arrives for his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican, Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022. (Credit: Gregorio Borgia/AP.) Listen ROME – Jesus never abandons, coerces or ...