Despite risks, Iraqis want Pope Francis to go ahead with visit
- Mar 4, 2021
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Pope Francis: An essential traveler ready to go
- Mar 4, 2021
As Pope Francis packed his bags to travel internationally for the first time in 15 months, news stories were flashing warnings about the dangers of his March 5-8 visit to Iraq, not only due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but also because of Iraq’s long-term security problems, including bomb and rocket attacks.
Pope taps Newark cardinal as member of Congregation for Bishops
- Mar 4, 2021
Pope Francis has named Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin of Newark, New Jersey, a member of the Congregation for Bishops, the office that advises the pope on the nomination of bishops around the world.
‘Finally,’ pope says he will be able to make pilgrimage to Iraq
- Mar 4, 2021
Pope Francis told the people of Iraq he was going to their country as a “penitential pilgrim,” asking God’s forgiveness for years of war, persecution and destruction, and as a “pilgrim of peace.”
God offers humanity a love with no equal on earth, pope says at audience
- Mar 3, 2021
There is no greater love in the world than the love God has for humanity, Pope Francis said.
Pope appeals for end to violence against protesters in Myanmar
- Mar 3, 2021
Pope Francis appealed for an end to deadly violence against protesters in Myanmar, calling on the military junta to free political prisoners and let dialogue and the journey toward democracy prevail.
Pope prays for upcoming trip to Iraq to meet ‘martyred church’
- Mar 3, 2021
Pope Francis on Wednesday asked for prayers for his upcoming trip to Iraq, noting that the Iraqi people have been waiting for a papal visit since Pope St. John Paul II was prevented from going in 1999: “A people cannot be disappointed twice.”
Vatican announces theme for World Day of Migrants and Refugees
- Mar 1, 2021
For the next World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis wants Catholics to focus on greater communion and unity among all people.
For Lent, read the Gospel, fast from gossip, pope says at Angelus
- Mar 1, 2021
People should fast from gossiping and spreading hearsay as part of their Lenten journey, Pope Francis said.
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