Pope’s knee troubles force cancellation of July trip to Africa

Friday, June 10, 2022

Cindy Wooden, Catholic News Service

Because of continuing problems with his knee, Pope Francis has postponed his planned trip to Congo and South Sudan.

Prayer Celebration for Peace in South Sudan and in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Thursday, November 23, 2017

Salt + Light Media

At 17.30 this afternoon, at the Altar of the Cathedral of the Vatican Basilica, the Holy Father Francis will preside at a Prayer Celebration for Peace in South Sudan and in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The following is the homily pronounced by the Pope during the celebration: