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Pope Francis greets pilgrims during the Wednesday General Audience on April 23, 2014

Pope Francis: gift of counsel illuminates the will of God

May 7, 2014

By Elise Harris

During his General Audience on Wednesday, Pope Francis reflected on the Holy Spirit’s gift of counsel, explaining that through it... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square before the Wednesday general audience on October 2, 2013.

Holy Spirit's gift of understanding enlightens minds, Pope says

Apr 30, 2014

Pope Francis explained that the Holy Spirit’s gift of understanding allows Christians to obtain “intimacy with God” and helps them... Read more

Pope Francis begins his popemobile tour of the May 15, 2013 general audience in St. Peter's Square.

Christian life is not a 'collage' of activities, Pope says

Jul 6, 2013

In his July 6 homily, Pope Francis encouraged the faithful to be open to the renewal of the Holy Spirit,... Read more

Pope Francis greets some of the cardinals who will concelebrate Pentecost Mass with him on May 19, 2013.

Spirit's surprises are way to happiness, Pope teaches

May 19, 2013

Around 200,000 pilgrims packed St. Peter’s Square to celebrate Pentecost with Pope Francis, who called on them to be open... Read more