Pope Francis meets with young refugees before his departure from Turkey

Sunday, November 30, 2014

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Pope Francis final meeting in Turkey was with a group of 50 young people, including many refugees from Syria, Iraq and other countries of the Middle East and Africa. The young refugees are cared for by the local Salesian community in Istanbul. The Salesian Oratory (Youth Center) in Istambul is headed by Salesian Fr. Andres […]

Common Declaration of Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I

Sunday, November 30, 2014

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Below you will find the full text of the Common Declaration of Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, signed at the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Phanar (Istanbul), on Sunday, November 30, 2014, Feast of St. Andrew: We, Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, express our profound gratitude to God for the gift of this new […]

Apolytikion on the occasion of the visit of the Pope in the Third Tone Divine Faith

Sunday, November 30, 2014

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This is the special prayer of the Orthodox community during the Divine Liturgy. The most exalted vessel of the Ortohodoxy is being glorified now receiving from the West the venerable Sheperd and Primate. And receving this auspicious day with joy now implores Christ devoutly: Guard Your world with Your power, keeping all in harmony, as […]

Addresses of Ecumenical Patriarch & Pope Francis during Divine Liturgy in the Patriarchal Church of St. George in Phanar (Istanbul)

Sunday, November 30, 2014

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This morning following the Eucharist celebrated in private in the chapel of the Apostolic Delegation in Istanbul, Pope Francis met with the Chief Rabbi of Turkey, His Excellency Isak Haleva. He then traveled by car to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople for the celebration of the Divine Liturgy in the Church of St. George in […]

Patriarch Bartholomew Addresses & Blesses Pope Francis at Ecumenical Prayer Service

Saturday, November 29, 2014

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Pope Francis and Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople jointly presided over an ecumenical prayer service on Saturday evening in the church of St. George, within the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Below, please find the full text of the allocution His All Holiness, Bartholomew, prepared for the occasion. Your Holiness, In offering glory to the all-good God in Trinity, […]

Presentation of Gifts of Pope Francis at Ecumenical Patriarchate

Saturday, November 29, 2014

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Pope Francis has presented these gifts during his visit to the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Phanar: Gift of the Holy Father to the Holy Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate The two sheets reproduced in facsimile belong to the Greek Barberinian manuscript 372 of the Vatican Apostolic Library. The original (mm. 223 x 168), in parchment, composed […]

Pope Francis in Turkey: Homily during Ecumenical Prayer Service in St. George’s Patriarchal Church in Phanar (Istanbul)

Saturday, November 29, 2014

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Below you will find the full text of Pope Francis’ Homily during the Ecumenical Prayer Service in St. George’s Church in Istanbul: Your Holiness, my dear Brother Bartholomew, Each evening brings a mixed feeling of gratitude for the day which is ending and of hope-filled trust as night falls. This evening my heart is full of […]

Pope Francis in Turkey: Homily at Holy Spirit Cathedral of Istanbul

Saturday, November 29, 2014

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Below you will find the full text of Pope Francis’ homily during Mass at the Cathedral of Istanbul: In the Gospel, Jesus shows himself to be the font from which those who thirst for salvation draw upon, as the Rock from whom the Father brings forth living waters for all who believe in him (cf. […]

Pope Francis in Turkey: Address to Religious Leaders

Friday, November 28, 2014

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The full text of Pope Francis’ address to Religious Leaders in Turkey can be found below: Mr President, Religious and Civil Authorities, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to meet with you today in the course of my visit to your country. I thank the President of this distinguished office for his cordial invitation which […]

Pope Francis Arrives in Turkey: Welcome Address

Friday, November 28, 2014

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Pope Francis arrived for his Apostolic Trip to Turkey on November 28, 2014 and was greeted with a crowd at the airport. Find the full text of his welcome address below: Mr President, Mr Prime Minister, Distinguished Authorities, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am pleased to visit your country so rich in natural beauty and history, and filled […]