Archive for May 21, 2017

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How the 'Mini Pope' moved the hearts of pilgrims at Fatima

The photo of a baby dressed up as the pope at the Fatima Shrine rocked social media during Pope Francis'... Read more

Participants begin to enter the Vatican's Synod Hall before the Friday session of the Synod on the Family Oct. 10, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope Francis announces new June 28 consistory

During his Regina Coeli address Sunday, Pope Francis announced to pilgrims that he will be holding a June 28 consistory... Read more

Pope Francis prays with journalists on the papal flight en route to South Korea on Aug. 14, 2014. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Pope prays for victims of heightened violence in Central African Republic

On Sunday Pope Francis offered his prayer and support for victims of a recent jump in violence in the Central... Read more

Pope Francis celebrates Mass at Rome's St. Peter Damiani parish May 21, 2017. ?w=200&h=150

By Elise Harris

Always act with gentleness and respect, Pope Francis says

During a visit to a Roman parish Sunday, Pope Francis repeated his frequent condemnation of gossip, telling the congregation instead... Read more