The Pope authorized the burial of a homeless man in the Vatican Teutonic...

Pope: Don't be a two faced Christian. He also said that God should never be used as a shield to cover an injustice.

He also said that God should never be used as a shield to cover an injustice.

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Ukrainian Parish travels to Rome to pray for peace

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He died for being honest: The story of young Congolese who did not accep...

Pope's General Audience: Protect the Family bond between brothers and si...

In his weekly catechesis Pope Francis focused on the family, specifically
in the importance of protecting the relationship among brothers and
sisters. It's precisely within the family, he said, where one learns to
reconcile differences and divisions.

Vatican backs new sexual abuse research center

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It was created three years ago and has moved to the Pontifical Gregorian
University. Three years ago, this university joined representatives
from every episcopal conference in the world to crack down on sexual
abuse by priests.

Pope on Coptic Christians executed by ISIS: They only said, “Jesus, help...

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WELL WORTH the viewing to understand A changing College of Cardinals?

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New cardinals discuss the consistory and how Pope Francis is changing the church.

Newly-elected cardinals feel joy, obligation after their induction

While they were excited, the cardinals also said they felt a sense of duty. They looked forward to following Pope Francis approach to leading the Church.

Pope and his C9 Council address Cardinals, Reforms are considered

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What reforms are being considered by the Vatican? On Thursday morning, Pope Francis opened a Consistory with roughly 125 Cardinals to discuss just that. Among the proposals is the creation of two new Vatican Congregations.
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Pope Francis calls on governments to take action against human trafficking

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Following his weekly Angelus prayer on Sunday, Pope Francis discussed human trafficking, as it was the first International Day of Prayer and Awareness against Human Trafficking.

Pope in Santa Marta: Caring for the Earth is not just for environmentalists

The Pope spoke about Creation during his homily. He asked Christians to not dominate the planet but instead work to preserve it.

here Here ! Put your $.$$ where your mouth is. Vatican opens showers for homeless. Barbers will also be available

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Pope Francis would visit a joint session of Congress on Sept. 24, 2015

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Speaker of the House John Boehner said during a news conference that Pope Francis would visit a joint session of Congress on Sept. 24, 2015. The pope is also expected to visit Philadelphia and New York in the fall. (AP)

 

Pope Francis will visit the U.S. Capitol and speak there on Sept. 24 as part of his trip to the United State, House Speaker John A. Boehner (R-Ohio) announced Thursday.

Boehner noted that Francis will become the first pope to make the visit, which promises to be a historic and well-attended appearance.

The pope is also scheduled to visit Philadelphia for the World Conference on Families and New York to stop by the United Nations.

Boehner made the announcement Thursday at his weekly news conference.

In a separate written statement, Boehner said: "It is my great privilege to announce that His Holiness Pope Francis will visit the United States Capitol on Thursday, September 24, 2015.

On that day, he will become the first leader of the Holy See to address a joint meeting of Congress. It will be a historic visit, and we are truly grateful that Pope Francis has accepted our invitation.

“In a time of global upheaval, the Holy Father’s message of compassion and human dignity has moved people of all faiths and backgrounds.

His teachings, prayers, and very example bring us back to the blessings of simple things and our obligations to one another.

We look forward to warmly welcoming Pope Francis to our Capitol and hearing his address on behalf of the American people.”

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) -- who, like Boehner, is Catholic -- said in a statement that she is "honored and overjoyed" that Francis is visiting the Capitol.


"Pope Francis has renewed the faith of Catholics worldwide and inspired a new generation of people, regardless of their religious affiliation, to be instruments of peace," she added. "In the spirit of the namesake of San Francisco, St. Francis of Assisi, Pope Francis’ universal message of love and compassion speaks to millions around the world."

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Pope Francis: A good father shouldn't slap his child in the face

A good father shouldn't slap his child in the face

Vatican on Human Trafficking: We need to move from solidarity to action

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A candlelight vigil will take place in Rome on Friday, February 6th to
raise awareness. The Vatican is joining forces to fight against human
trafficking. For years now, nuns and religious have been leading the
cause in helping victims who are forced into a life of prostitution or
human trafficking.