Every member of the international community must play a part in addressing the many problems affecting the world, Pope Francis told diplomats. "Despite the challenges and setbacks, we must never lose hope in our efforts to ...
Cutting through the throngs of tourists following guides around St. Peter's Basilica, a group of pilgrims led by the basilica's pastor followed a "Marian itinerary" with special prayers to mark the month of Mary. Conventual Franciscan ...
Poverty and inequality, which are major factors in child labor exploitation, must be addressed, Pope Francis said in a written message. "Sadly, too many small hands are busy plowing fields, working in mines, traveling great distances ...
For politics to be "the highest form of charity," as Catholic social teaching promotes, it must be exercised with full respect and even love for those who disagree, Pope Francis said. "We are called to live ...
Wanting to go back to the way things were in the past is not Christian, Pope Francis said. There is a difference between wanting to go back in time and drawing inspiration from one's roots in ...
In the face of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing war, Pope Francis is being very careful to ensure that he offers solidarity and hope to suffering Ukrainians while not doing or saying anything ...
Pope Francis told older people to use retirement as a time to serve others and to sow the seeds of their wisdom. When people retire, starting the new chapter in life requires "a creative attention, a ...
Pope Francis said he wants LGBT Catholics to know that God is a father who "does not disown any of his children." The pope's comment was among the short answers to three questions posed in a ...
Christians must listen to God's word, go where Christ goes, seek those who are lost and reach out to their neighbors, Pope Francis said. "Do I let Jesus love me, and by allowing him to love ...
Doing nothing to overcome the divisions among Christians means allowing tensions to fester and even feed conflict, Pope Francis said. "Ignoring the divisions among Christians, whether out of habit or out of resignation, means tolerating that ...
Battle against human trafficking must target social media, Pope Francis says
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Battle against human trafficking must target social media, pope says
The fight against human trafficking needs to include promoting the ethical and responsible use of technology and soc...
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Military members visiting Lourdes make prayer kits for Ukrainian soldiers
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Military members visiting Lourdes make prayer kits for Ukrainian soldiers
Participants in an annual pilgrimage to Lourdes, France, for U.S. active-duty military personnel and veterans assembled ...
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