Vatican City, May 5, 2013 / 05:57 am
At the end of Mass, Pope Francis noted that the Day of Child Victims of Violence is observed today and assured all those who "have suffered and are suffering because of abuse" that they "are present in my prayers."
"I would also say emphatically that we must all commit ourselves with clarity and courage to every human person, especially children, who are among the most vulnerable," the Pope told the crowd of thousands on May 5, before reciting the Regina Caeli prayer.
He also spoke to the groups from throughout Europe who are devoted to particular saints and were present at the Mass.
"The love for Our Lady is one of the characteristics of popular piety, which needs to be valued and well oriented," the Pope explained.