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An 11,000-mile pilgrimage to see Pope Francis in Philadelphia
How far would you travel to see the Pope? For one family in Argentina, seven months and 11,000 miles is... Read more
Pope Francis hopes to invigorate Philadelphia Church in US visit
With preparations for the World Meeting of Families well underway, Pope Francis has told Archbishop Charles Chaput he hopes his... Read more
Pope Francis goes to Washington: will Congress listen?
Pope Francis’ address to a joint session of Congress during his U.S. visit in September will be a “wonderful opportunity,”... Read more
Pope confirms three US stops in September, no Mexico for now
During his in-flight press conference from Manila to Rome, Pope Francis confirmed he plans stops in Philadelphia, New York City... Read more
Philly archdiocese says Pope's US schedule yet to be finalized
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia's communications director clarified that Pope Francis' official schedule during his trip to the U.S. in September... Read more
World Meeting of Families calls for host families near Philly
Organizers for the World Meeting of Families have asked people to open their homes to host attendees and other visitors... Read more
'Holy freedom' as one united family: the World Meeting of Families hymn
One week after Pope Francis announced he will attend the 2015 World Meeting of Families, the event’s organizers have released... Read more
Lots of high fives: Philly celebrates announcement of Pope's visit
Pope Francis’ official confirmation of a visit to Philadelphia in 2015 has stoked great Catholic enthusiasm and prompted hopes that... Read more
Pope's visit to Philly will be 'icing on the cake' for family meeting
After Pope Francis officially confirmed that he will visit Philadelphia next fall for the World Meeting of Families, Archbishop Charles... Read more
World Meeting of Families is 'moment of grace' for global Church
As registration opens for the upcoming World Meeting of Families, Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia said that the gathering... Read more
Meeting of Families document offers global perspective
The preparatory catechesis document for the 2015 World Meeting of Families is a “wonderful” work that addresses Catholic family issues... Read more
Official prayer, image for World Meeting of Families released
The official prayer and image for the World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia next year have been released to aid... Read more
Papal visit to US not confirmed, but archbishop confident
Reports that Pope Francis will travel to the U.S. for the World Meeting of Families in 2015 remain unconfirmed by... Read more
World Meeting of Families shows man's destiny is love, official says
The president of the Pontifical Council for the Family urged the U.S. bishops to help share the message that the... Read more
Theme for upcoming World Meeting of Families announced
During a press conference held in Philadelphia, USA Vatican officials announced the theme for the 2015 World Day of Families,... Read more
Archbishop asks prayers for marriage, World Meeting of Families
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput of Philadelphia encouraged prayers for married couples and families on Valentine’s Day, also requesting prayers for... Read more
Vatican sets dates for 2015 World Meeting of Families
The Holy See has announced the dates for the eighth World Meeting of Families, officially confirming that the event will... Read more
Vatican official thinks Philadelphia meeting will be key for families
The head of the Vatican council for the family believes that the 2015 gathering in Philadelphia will be an important... Read more
Pope recalls the 'inspiring witness' of Milan family gathering
Pope Benedict XVI says he saw an “inspiring witness” during his three-day apostolic visit to the June 1-3 World Meeting... Read more
Pope to attend World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia
Pope Benedict XVI personally chose Philadelphia as the site for the next World Meeting of Families and, health permitting, will... Read more
