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The lonely can find an 'ally' in St. Joseph, pope says at audience

Wednesday, November 24, 202104 As the guardian of Jesus and Mary, St. Joseph's reassuring presence is an example for Christians who are called to care for the lonely and those who struggle in their...

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Assisi pilgrimage with the poor: Pope calls for open hands, open hearts

Friday, November 12, 202105 With a pilgrim's staff and mantle, Pope Francis entered Assisi's Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels with 500 economically or socially disadvantaged people and the...

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Vatican extends traditional All Souls' Day indulgences

Thursday, October 28, 2021027 With the COVID-19 pandemic still underway and with restrictions on gatherings still in place in some countries, the Vatican has again extended the period of time when...

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Recognizing miracle, pope clears way for beatification of John Paul I

Thursday, October 14, 2021028 Pope Francis has signed a decree recognizing a miracle attributed to the intercession of Pope John Paul I, clearing the way for his beatification.

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Jesus, the source of truth, sets people free, pope says at audience

Wednesday, October 6, 2021014 By remaining in Jesus, Christians are free because his truth transforms their lives and guides them away from the slavery of sin toward what is good, Pope Francis said.

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Vatican launches prayer campaign for Laudato Si' goals

Friday, October 1, 2021020 Groups and individuals who have accepted Pope Francis' invitation to step up their commitment to caring for creation are encouraged to prepare for their journey with a...

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In Christ, great sinners can become great saints, pope says

Wednesday, September 29, 2021012 Even the greatest sinners can become just in God's eyes if they allow the grace offered by Jesus' death and resurrection to give them the strength to be holy, Pope...

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Greatness is measured by service, pope says

Monday, September 20, 2021016 In God's view, human greatness is measured by how one serves or helps someone who cannot offer anything in exchange, Pope Francis said.

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Through baptism, all Christians are united and equal in Christ, pope says

Friday, September 10, 2021029 There is no place for discrimination or divisive distinctions among people who believe in Christ, Pope Francis said during his weekly general audience.

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