Mary’s humble life and example are a testament to the triumph of service and love over power and success, Pope Francis said.

Pope Francis called on the international community to help the people of Somalia who are at risk of famine due to severe drought.

The National Retail Federation reported in June that school-supply prices were expected to increase by 40 percent and one loan company said 37 percent of parents with school-age children said they are unable to afford back-to-school shopping.

We spent last week at Rehoboth Beach, enjoying a beautiful week of cousin craziness

Joining us to talk about the significance of this feast is Monsignor Charles Mangan, a theology professor at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary in Emmitsburg. Angelus Virata, director of evangelization at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, talks about special Assumption events planned for the basilica. She also has information for young adults about local and international activities connected to World Youth Day.