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Pope Francis begs Putin to end Ukraine’s “absurd” war

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Pope Francis called for an immediate end to the war in Ukraine, citing fears of escalation and nuclear threats. Pope Francis,said  the crisis in Ukraine has developed into a devasting, dangerous, and worrying war. He also appealed to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to be “open to serious peace proposals”. Pope Francis once again called for … Read more

Pope Francis says it is ethically right to provide Ukraine with weapons for self-defense

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Pope Francis says it is morally permissible for nations to supply weapons to Ukraine. He also urged Kyiv to be open to eventual dialogue, even if it may “smell” because the Ukrainian side would find it difficult. The pope sat through the news conference rather than standing for the second time on an international trip … Read more

Pope Francis calls Ukraine war “morally unjust” and “barbaric”

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Pope Francis says Russia’s war in Ukraine is “morally unjust, unacceptable, barbaric, senseless, repugnant, and sacrilegious”. He also addresses criticism he received for comments he made about the death of Darya Dugina. Dugina was killed when a bomb planted in the car she was driving exploded on the outskirts of Moscow.   In a Vatican … Read more

Pope Francis urges dialogue after bishop’s arrest in Nicaragua

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Pope Francis calls for an “open and sincere” dialogue between the Church and the government. He made his first comments on the crisis in Nicaragua following the arrest of a bishop. Bishop Rolando Alvarez is a vocal critic of President Daniel Ortega’s government. Pope Francis called for a “open and sincere” dialogue between the Church … Read more

Pope dismisses the Canadian cardinal’s harassment allegations

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Cardinal Marc Ouellet is one of the most influential cardinals in the Vatican. A former diocesan intern claims he sexually assaulted her between 2008 and 2010. he Vatican decided not to look into the allegations, citing lack of evidence. Due to inadequate evidence, the Vatican has decided not to look into allegations of harassment against … Read more

little boy interrupted Pope Francis’ weekly audience; Watch viral

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He silently stood at the Pope’s knee for the rest of the event. The Pope asked him his name and told him to sit down. The audience was surprised by the boy’s move. A little boy interrupted Pope Francis’ weekly message to the faithful on Wednesday. The audience was surprised by the boy’s move, which … Read more

Pope Francis feels pain for the survivors of Canadian school ‘like slaps’

The pope dedicated his weekly general audience speech to his trip to Canada. He issued a historic apology for the Church’s role in government-sanctioned schools. Over 150,000 indigenous children were taken away from their families and placed in residential schools. Pope Francis on Wednesday,  said he felt the agony of survivors of Canada’s residential school … Read more

Pope Francis is ready to retire

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Pope Francis has stated that he is willing to quit. The 85-year-old pontiff has been using a wheelchair due to knee pain. His knee pain was caused by a fracture and inflamed ligaments. Pope Francis has stated that he is willing to quit if serious health issues prevent him from leading the Catholic Church. Pope … Read more

Pope Francis: Canada visit heads to Quebec for political gatherings

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Pope Francis ventures out on Wednesday to Quebec for gatherings. Canada’s political initiative, a for the most part political respite. Reason for his excursion – saying ‘sorry’ for the Church’s job in native schools. Pope Francis leaves Edmonton, Alberta, for Quebec’s capital city and goes straightforwardly from the air terminal to the Citadelle de Quebec. … Read more

Pope Francis denies plans resign soon

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Pope Francis denies rumours that he plans to step down soon. The 85-year-old pontiff says his doctors haven’t told him anything about cancer. He may retire if declining health makes it difficult for him to manage the Church, something was unimaginable before Benedict XVI. Pope Francis has denied rumours that he plans to step down … Read more

Catholic bishops urge world to bring peace to DR Congo

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  • Congolese Catholic Church calls on international community to help build peace in conflict-torn eastern DR Congo.
  • During a visit by Pope Francis, the Vatican’s second most senior official presided over a mass at the Congolese parliament in Kinshasa for Francis.
  • The pope cancelled a scheduled visit to the DRC due to knee pain.

 

The Congolese Catholic Church called on the international community to help build peace in conflict-torn eastern DR Congo on Sunday, During a visit by Pope Francis.

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican’s second most senior official, presided over a mass at the Congolese parliament in Kinshasa for Francis after the pope cancelled a scheduled visit due to knee pain.

Marcel Utembi, president of the Congolese national bishops’ conference, urged the international community to “participate with honesty in promoting peace and reconciliation” in areas of eastern DRC plagued by armed groups.

A video message from Pope Francis, released by the Vatican on Saturday, was played on a giant screen at the start of the mass, attended by the Congolese prime minister, bishops and thousands of worshippers.

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Elon Musk meets Pope Francis and uses Twitter to tell people about it

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Musk’s $44 billion attempts to acquire Twitter remain in limbo. The Vatican did not publicize the audience, nor did it release any details of what the pair discussed. The Twitter board recommended on June 21 that shareholders approve Musk’s proposed acquisition. Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla, used Twitter to announce that he had visited Pope … Read more

Pope Francis ‘greatly disappointed’ over cancelled Africa visit

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Pope Francis cancels trip to DR Congo and Sudan. The trip got cancelled because of Pope Francis’s knee pain. The pontiff suffers chronic arthritis in his knee, according to Vatican sources. Pope Francis has said he is “greatly disappointed” he cannot make a planned visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan on Saturday due … Read more

Pope pays tribute to sister Luisa Dell’Orto killed in Haiti

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Sister Luisa Dell’Orto died in Port-au-Prince on Saturday. She was injured in an armed attack. The missionary had been in Haiti since 2002. Pope Francis paid tribute Sunday to an Italian missionary Luisa Dell’Orto killed after two decades of working with children in Haiti, describing her as a martyr. Sister Luisa Dell’Orto died in hospital … Read more

Pope Francis’ Canada trip confirmed by Vatican despite knee issues

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The pontiff will visit Edmonton, Quebec and Iqaluit next month. He will meet with survivors of abuse committed at Catholic schools. Pope is putting efforts to address the global scandal over child sex abuse by clergy. Pope Francis will make a highly sensitive visit to Canada as planned next month, the Vatican confirmed Thursday, despite … Read more

‘So many murders’: Pope mourns priests killed in Mexico

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Priests Javier Campos, 79, and Joaquin Mora, 81, were shot dead in the town of Cerocahui. A man seeking refuge inside a church was also killed. Pope Francis expresses sadness and outrage over the killings. The bodies of a third priest were taken from the scene and placed in the back of a truck, an … Read more

Pope denounces violence in Mexico following the death of two Jesuits

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Javier Campos Morales, 79, and Joaquín César Mora Salazar, 80, were killed Monday. A man being pursued by a drug gang had sought refuge in the church. Francis ministered to drug addicts when he was archbishop of Buenos Aires. Pope denounces violence in Mexico following the death of two Jesuits. Following the murder of two … Read more

Canada police arrest Catholic priest for Indigenous school assaults

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Father Arthur Masse, 92, charged with indecent assault and released on conditions. He is scheduled to appear in court on July 20. Some 150,000 Indigenous, Metis and Inuit children were forcibly enrolled from the late 1800s to the 1990s. Many of the children were physically and sexually abused. The arrest of a Catholic priest for … Read more

Pope Francis calls for ‘real negotiations’ in Ukrainian conflict

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Pope Francis urges for “serious discussions” to resolve the war in Ukraine. The 85-year-old Pope confirmed his wish to visit Ukraine. Pope Francis urges for “real negotiations” to resolve the war in Ukraine, which he described as “increasingly hazardous.” “As the fury of devastation and death rages and conflicts erupt, fueling an escalation that is … Read more

Pope calls for ‘real negotiations’ in Ukraine war

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Pope Francis renews plea for “real negotiations” to end Ukraine crisis. Pope confirms desire to visit Ukraine. On Sunday, Pope Francis reiterated his plea for “real negotiations” to resolve the war in Ukraine, which he described as “increasingly dangerous escalation.” “As the fury of destruction and death rages and clashes flare, fueling an escalation that … Read more

Pope Francis expressed his wish to visit Ukraine while talking to Ukrainian child

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Pope Francis visited with children at the Vatican on Saturday. The Pope said he will be meeting with Ukrainian officials this week about a possible trip. On Saturday, Pope Francis informed a Ukrainian kid that he wishes to visit the nation and that he will be considering a possible trip with Ukrainian officials. As part … Read more

Pope Francis tells Ukrainian child he wants to visit Ukraine

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Pope Francis informed a Ukrainian child that he wishes to visit Ukraine. As part of a teaching project, Pope Francis visited with children at the Vatican. He sent some Cardinals to help them and be close to all the children.  On Saturday, Pope Francis informed a Ukrainian child that he wishes to visit the nation. … Read more

Cardinal Sodano, right-hand man to two popes, dies

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The Vatican confirmed on Saturday that former Popes John Paul II and Benedict XVI’s right-hand man, Italian cardinal Angelo Sodano, died at the age of 94. Pope Francis paid tribute to “this esteemed man of the Church, who fulfilled his priesthood with generosity… in the service of the Holy See,” in a telegram addressed to … Read more

Pope following the ‘complex’ life of Catholics in China

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Pope Francis stated on Sunday that he was following “attentively” to the “often complex” lives of Catholics in China, without mentioning a 90-year-old cardinal who was imprisoned in Hong Kong earlier this month. “I attentively and actively follow the often complex life and the matters of the faithful and pastors, and I pray every day for … Read more

Pope Francis sends condolences to UAE for Sheikh Khalifa

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Pope Francis has said that he is “saddened” by the death of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, former president of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi. In a message, the leader of the Catholic church sent his condolences to the newly appointed UAE president, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan, and to the country’s people, … Read more