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Pope Francis at Mass for Epiphany Jan. 6, 2019.

Like the magi, follow Christ's light, Pope Francis says

Jan 6, 2019

By Hannah Brockhaus

To be clothed in the divine light of Christ, follow the example of the three magi, who put aside worldly... Read more

Pope Francis embraces a young student on May 31, 2014 in Paul VI audience hall.

'You can make a better world,' Pope tells disadvantaged children

May 31, 2014

This morning the “Ode to Joy” rang out from a teenaged orchestra as Pope Francis entered a room packed with... Read more

Pope Francis preaches during a Penitential service at St. Peter's Basilica, March 28, 2014.

Be open to the light of Christ, encourages Pope

Mar 30, 2014

During his Sunday Angelus message, Pope Francis urged the faithful to open themselves to the light of Christ and not... Read more

Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter's Square during the Wednesday general audience on Dec. 4, 2013.

A Christian must give light to the world, urges Pope

Feb 9, 2014

Pope Francis centered his Angelus message this Sunday on the image of a Christian whose faith is like a burning... Read more

Pope Francis holds an audience with students from Jesuit-run schools in Italy and Albania in Paul VI Hall June 7, 2013.

Pope Francis: 'meek light' of Christ brings peace and the cross

Sep 3, 2013

While the light of Jesus is powerful enough to cast out demons, it is a peaceful and humble light that... Read more