Archive for June 6, 2015

Pope Francis celebrates Mass in Sarajevo’s Kosevo Stadium June 6, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Ann Schneible

Pope tells Bosnians to be 'tenacious' workers for peace

During his daytrip to a country still marred by the effects of a recent war, Pope Francis said peace is... Read more

The St. Francis Xavier bell hangs in Sarajevo's Kosevo Stadium following a Mass said by Pope Francis, June 6, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

The peals of a 'Jesuit bell' welcome Pope Francis to Sarajevo

As Pope Francis processed into Mass in Sarajevo’s Kosevo Stadium this morning, a massive bell named for St. Francis Xavier... Read more

Buildings in Sarajevo still bear the scars of the 1992-1995 Bosnian War. ?w=200&h=150

By Andrea Gagliarducci

Former POWs in Bosnia and Herzegovina encourage healing wounds, banishing hatred

A Croat, a Bosniak and a Serb who each survived detention camps during the 1992-1995 Bosnian war said they feel... Read more

Sacred Heart Cathedral in Sarajevo, where Pope Francis met with priests, religious, and seminarians, June 6, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

Pope Francis: A consecrated person who doesn't forgive isn't needed

Moved by the testimony of two priests and a religious sister who endured atrocities during the Bosnian War, Pope Francis... Read more

Pope Francis outside the apostolic nunciature in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, June 6, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

Bosnia can be a sign of unity in a world torn by conflict, Pope says

Pope Francis met with leaders of the prominent religions represented in Bosnia and Herzegovina during his day-trip its capital, telling... Read more

Pope Francis speaks to journalists on his flight to Sarajevo June 6, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris,Alan Holdren

Pope talks Medjugorje, coming encyclical on return from Bosnia

On his return flight from Sarajevo to Rome Pope Francis told journalists a final decision on the highly debated Mejugorje... Read more

Pope Francis greets musicians at the apostolic nunciature in Sarajevo June 6, 2015. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis on Medjugorje: it's almost decision time

When asked by a Bosnian journalist about the status of his decision on the Marian apparitions in Medjugorje on his... Read more