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Vatican donates masks to China to combat coronavirus outbreak

Feb 3, 2020

The Vatican donated thousands of protective masks to several Chinese provinces affected by the outbreak of the deadly coronavirus.

By Junno Arocho Esteves

Pope meets new arrivals in Rome, says helping migrants is moral duty

Dec 19, 2019

Before blessing a large resin cross constructed around a used orange life vest, Pope Francis insisted human beings have a “binding” moral obligation to save those whose lives are threatened, including the lives of migrants and refugees.

By Cindy Wooden

Pope blesses palace given to homeless on the doorstep of the Vatican

Nov 15, 2019

Pope Francis on Friday opened a new place for the homeless at the doorsteps of the Vatican. Although calling it a “place” is rather an understatement: It’s really a palace, using the historic name it has had for centuries – Palazzo Migliori.

By Paulina Guzik

Italian city signs agreement with church to help migrants get documents

Oct 29, 2019

Bureaucratic miracles are his specialty, and on Monday he finalized one: Polish Cardinal Konrad Krajewski arranged a contract offering a lifeline for thousands of refugees in the Italian region of Foggia.

By Paulina Guzik

Cardinal ‘Fix It’: Almoner’s job is to model direct charity

May 14, 2019

During his visit to a center offering respite and food to refugees on the Greek island of Lesbos, Cardinal Konrad Krajewski followed a sign that said, “Broken? Fix it here.” “Fix it” could be the motto on Krajewski’s coat of arms. (Instead, it is “Misericordia,” mercy.)

By Cindy Wooden

Cardinal turns on the lights and raises ire of Italian politician

May 13, 2019

Back in Rome less than 24 hours after visiting refugees in camps in Greece, Cardinal Konrad Krajewski turned on some lights and found himself being threatened by Italy’s deputy prime minister.

By Cindy Wooden

In spirit of Christmas giving, Pope opens medical clinic for the poor

Dec 22, 2018

In the spirit of Christmas giving, Pope Francis has opened a new medical center for the poor and homeless near the Vatican, offering emergency and first aid services to those who require medical help.

By Elise Harris

Pope sends ice cream to immigrants at center of Italian political debate

Sep 7, 2018

The Italian Church took on the responsibility and expenses of welcoming 100 immigrants from the Diciotti ship, while Italy and the EU are in a dispute over migrant distribution. Now tensions rise as over 50 immigrants have disappeared.

By Claire Giangravè