Vatican
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Pope: God's gifts blossom in those who welcome Holy Spirit
May 25, 2015
The gift of the Holy Spirit renews the earth. Pope Francis made this statement during Mass for Pentecost Sunday this morning in St. Peter's Basilica
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Pope: Mgr Romero, following the example of Jesus, chose to be among his people, even at the cost of his life
May 25, 2015
During today’s Regina Coeli address, Pope Francis said that Oscar Romero, who was beatified yesterday in San Salvador, was “killed in odium fide while he was celebrating the Eucharist
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Pope: The world needs men and women who are not closed in on themselves, but filled with the Holy Spirit
May 25, 2015
“The world needs men and women who are not closed in on themselves, but filled with the Holy Spirit,” said Pope Francis in today’s Mass in St Peter’s.
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Pope Francis' message for 2015 World Mission Sunday
May 25, 2015
Below is the Vatican-provided text of Pope Francis' message for the 89th World Mission Sunday to be celebrated October 18, 2015:
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Pope: Mother church does not exclude even the biggest sinner
May 25, 2015
During Pope Francis' Regina Coeli address, Francis drew the world's attention to the 'zealous pastor' and martyr, Archbishop Oscar Romero, who was beatified saturday in El Salvador.
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Pope: Oscar Romero was a martyr who fought violence with love
May 25, 2015
On the day of Oscar Romero’s beatification in San Salvador, Pope Francis sent a letter to the current archbishop, praising the martyr for his courageous service to the poor amid widespread national violence.
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Pope Francis' Bosnian visit to steer clear of Medjugorje
May 25, 2015
Pope Francis’ one-day trip to Bosnia and Herzegovina this June will not include a visit to Medjugorje, the location of controversial alleged Marian apparitions, according to a coordinator of the visit.
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Pope: Respect creation – this is a must for every single Christian
May 25, 2015
Pope Francis used Sunday's feast of Pentecost – the descent of the Holy Spirit – as an occasion to remind Christians of their duty to care for and respect the earth.
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A little boy asked Pope Francis: ‘What is peace?’
May 22, 2015
This question was part of a special question and answer session with the Bishop of Rome touching on a wide range of themes – from the link between greed and war, to arguments with siblings, and the role of religion in promoting peace in the world.
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When was the last time you said ‘thank you’ and ‘I’m sorry’?
May 22, 2015
In his general audience Pope Francis focused on the concrete challenges families face in daily life, and said that simply remembering to be grateful and to apologize can go a long way in avoiding conflict.
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