Vatican
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Full text of Pope's in-flight interview from Manila to Rome
Jan 21, 2015
Speaking to journalists aboard the Jan. 19 flight from Manila to Rome concluding his Asian pilgrimage, Pope Francis discussed what he learned from Filipinos.
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Pope: 'Responsible parenthood' doesn't mean birth control
Jan 21, 2015
Pope Francis backed Blessed Paul VI's teaching against birth control and urged openness to life, but reminded couples that “responsible parenthood” does not require them “to be like rabbits” in order to be good Catholics.
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Pope Francis speaks on apostolic visit, upcoming trips, & 'Responsible Parenthood'
Jan 20, 2015
Pope Francis has confirmed that he will visit South America and hopes to visit Africa this year. The Holy Father gave an in-depth press conference for almost an hour during his return flight from Manila to Rome.
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Pope confirms three US stops in September, no Mexico for now
Jan 20, 2015
During his in-flight press conference from Manila to Rome, Pope Francis confirmed he plans stops in Philadelphia, New York City and Washington D.C. during his visit to the United States this autumn.
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Pope sends messages to heads of state on return flight
Jan 20, 2015
During his 15 hour flight from Manila to Rome, Pope Francis will fly over 9 countries, including China and Russia. As customary, the Holy Father sends a telegram to each country the papal flight flies over beginning with the country of departure and ending with the country of destination.
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After Francis: what the 'Pope of Surprises' means for Philippines bishops
Jan 19, 2015
Pope Francis’ departure from the Philippines prompted gratitude from leading bishops who encouraged Filipinos to reflect on the Pope’s message and to use discernment in responding to modern life.
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The Philippines' farewell to visiting pontiff: "Pope Francis, we love you!"
Jan 19, 2015
The Pope departed the Philippines Monday morning from Villamor Air Base at a farewell ceremony where over 400 abandoned children from various welfare centers performed songs to bid him farewell.
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Philippines typhoon survivor: 'There's a reason for everything'
Jan 19, 2015
Elena Garado thought she was dead after being trapped under a table for four hours when Typhoon Yolanda hit her hometown in November 2013.
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Exclusive: Details of the proposal for Pope Francis' US visit revealed
Jan 19, 2015
Archbishop Bernardito Auza – a member of the organizing committee for Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to the U.S. – has revealed details of the proposed schedule, which includes visits to three cities.
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History made! Philippine crowd for Pope Francis hits 6-7 million
Jan 19, 2015
The Vatican's spokesman said that papal history was made Sunday during Pope Francis' visit to the Philippines where an estimated 6-7 million people attended his closing Mass.
Sunday Reflection
Jesus did not turn away from His mission
Today, Palm or Passion Sunday, is the first day of Holy Week, the high point of the Church’s year, climaxing in the Easter Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday.