Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for January 2024

Tuesday, January 2, 2024

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Let us pray that the Holy Spirit helps us recognize the gift of different charisms within the Christian community, and to discover the richness of different ritual traditions in the heart of the Catholic Church.

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for December 2023

Friday, December 1, 2023

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We pray that people with disabilities may be at the centre of attention in society, and that institutions offer inclusion programs that enhance their active participation.

Pope Francis’ Prayer Intention for November 2023

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

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We pray for the Holy Father; as he fulfills his mission, may he continue to accompany the flock entrusted to him, with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Ecumenical meeting and prayer for peace: Address of the Holy Father

Friday, November 4, 2022

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At Our Lady of Arabia Cathedral in Awali, Bahrain on November 4, Pope Francis addressed an Ecumenical meeting and prayer for peace. He reflected on the “unity in diversity and witness of life” given by the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, and said that “the praise of God” is the “gathering place” and “spiritual cenacle of our communion.” […]

Meeting with the members of the Muslim Council of Elders: Address of the Holy Father

Friday, November 4, 2022

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At the Mosque of Sakhir Royal Palace in Alawi, Bahrain on November 4, Pope Francis addressed a meeting with the members of the Muslim Council of Elders. He said that religious leaders have “a unique and inescapable duty: to help humanity to rediscover the forgotten sources of life, to lead men and women to drink from […]

Closing of the “Bahrain Forum for Dialogue: East and West for Human Coexistence”: Address of the Holy Father

Friday, November 4, 2022

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At the Al-Fida’ Square of Sakhir Royal Palace on November 4, Pope Francis addressed the “Bahrain Forum for Dialogue: East and West for Human Coexistence.” He said that Forum participants “are here together because we all intend to set sail on the same waters, choosing the route of encounter rather than that of confrontation.” He […]

Prayer Meeting for Peace: Address of His Holiness Pope Francis

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

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At the Colosseum in Rome on October 25, Pope Francis addressed an interreligious prayer meeting for peace. At a time when “the use of atomic weapons is threatened outright,” even in Europe, the Holy Father’s prayer for peace was “a heartfelt plea” and an appeal to the progress in “fraternal relations between religions.” Prayer […]

Pope Francis Angelus Address at Italy’s National Eucharistic Congress

Monday, September 26, 2022

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On Sunday, September 25, at the conclusion of his celebration of the Mass, Pope Francis led the faithful at the 27th National Eucharistic Congress at Matera in a recitation of the Angelus. Before the Angelus, he gave a short reflection on the Virgin Mary. Read the full text of his words below: ANGELUS […]

Pope Francis’ address to authorities, civil society, and diplomatic corps

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

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On the morning of Tuesday, September 13, Pope Francis started his apostolic visit to Kazakhstan with a meeting with authorities, civil society, and diplomatic corps in Nur-Sultan. The Holy Father gave the following address: Pope Francis’ address to authorities, civil society, and diplomatic corps Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan Tuesday, 13 September 2022 Mr President of […]

Stepping down: Experts draft proposed laws on status of a retired pope

Thursday, August 11, 2022

By Carol Glatz, Catholic News Service

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis’ plans to visit the central Italian city of L’Aquila and its basilica Aug. 28 fueled speculation of a possible announcement of his resignation, which he has firmly denied. L’Aquila’s basilica is the burial place of St. Celestine V, who issued a decree declaring the right of a pope to […]