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Door to door: Pope reaffirms missionaries' mandate to knock on hearts

Wednesday, April 11, 2018016 As a sign that God's mercy cannot be limited, Pope Francis has recommissioned his special army of priests charged with bringing that divine mercy to everyone.

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Easter shows the power of love, which renews the world, pope says

Tuesday, April 3, 2018018 Easter makes it clear that in the life of Jesus, but also in the lives of modern men and women, "death, solitude and fear" do not have the last word, Pope Francis said...

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Pope: Crucifix is a sign of God's love, not just a piece of jewelry

Tuesday, March 20, 2018022 The revelation of God's love toward humanity is made known through contemplating the crucifix and not just using it as work of art or as a fashion accessory, Pope...

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Meeting nurses, pope pays tribute to one who saved his life

Monday, March 5, 2018080 Pope Francis used a meeting with thousands of Italian nurses to pay tribute to a nurse he believes saved his life by arguing with his doctors that he needed more...

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Lent is time to notice God's work, receive God's mercy, pope says

Wednesday, February 14, 2018042 Lent is a time for Christians to get their hearts in sync with the heart of Jesus, Pope Francis said.

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Lent is time to become aware of false prophets, cold hearts, pope says

Wednesday, February 7, 2018033 Catholics should use the season of Lent to look for signs and symptoms of being under the spell of false prophets and of living with cold, selfish and hateful hearts,...

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In Chile and Peru, pope tackles tough issues, urges compassion, unity

Monday, January 22, 2018037 Pope Francis tackled politically charged issues during his weeklong visit to Chile and Peru, decrying human trafficking, environmental destruction, corruption and...

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In Peru, Pope Francis likely to return to themes addressed in Chile

Friday, January 19, 2018025 Pope Francis was greeted by the Peruvian president, the country's bishops, a military honor guard and a children's orchestra on his arrival in Peru on Jan. 18. During...

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Get to Mass early; don't calculate how late you can be, pope says

Thursday, December 21, 20170139 Don't be late for Mass believing the introductory rites do not matter, Pope Francis told visitors and pilgrims. The words and gestures that open the celebration help the...

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Don't be 'couch potatoes,' get up and evangelize, pope says