On the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, June 29, the Holy Father, Pope Francis, promulgated his first encyclical letter, Lumen Fidei (The Light of Faith). It completes the trilogy of Benedict XVI on the theological virtues. Pope Benedict had, in fact, completed a first draft of an encyclical on faith which was taken up by Pope Francis, who added a few contributions of his own. The work has been described as "a bridge that connects the pontificates of Benedict XVI and Francis."
Over these summer weeks, our bulletin (and this page) will provide a few passages from this unique text that is a great highlight in our observance of the Year of Faith. Thank you, Holy Father, Pope Francis and Pope Emeritus, Benedict!