The Jubilee of Prisoners on December 13–14 was one of the last events of this jubilee year. Bruno Lachnitt, general chaplain for prisons, explains its importance.
On the Jubilee of Prisoners, Pope Leo recognized challenges but called to 'infinite patience' and tenacious awaiting of God's promises.
The Philippine Jesuit Prison Foundation has found a way to give prisoners a "fresh start" and to experience giving and receiving respect.
Catholic Mobilizing Network invites people to join them on an annual novena ahead of World Day Against the Death Penalty on October 10.
Featuring inmates sewing quilts for foster kids, it's a story of redemption and mental escape through art and service.
When one of his auxiliary bishops requested money for prison ministry, Francis gave from his own pocket, not the Vatican's. His last visit was to a Roman prison.
While the Holy Father was not able to celebrate Mass or wash the prisoners' feet, he assured journalists that he is spending the Triduum "as best I can."
Pope Francis opened the 2nd of Rome's Holy Doors on this feast of St. Stephen, at the Rebibbia prison in the northeast of Greater Rome.
