Pope Francis said the time has come to put an end to the conflict in the region. “For the good of all, there is a need to intensify efforts and initiatives and actions aimed at creating the conditions for a stable peace based on justice, on the recognition of the rights of every indi...
Francis presided overEaster Sunday Massin a flower-decked St. Peter's Square and then delivered a heartfelt prayer for peace in his annual roundup of global crises. In between, he made several loops around the piazza in his popemobile, greeting well-wishers. "Peace is never made with weapon...
Pope Francis pleaded for peace worldwide amid ongoing wars in Ukraine and Gaza, telling CBS News on Wednesday that "a negotiated peace is better than a war without end." "Please. Countries at war, all of them, stop the war. Look to negotiate. Look for peace," the pope, speaking throug...
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On Easter, which Pope Francis said celebrates the life given to humanity through the resurrection of God’s son, he lamented “how much the precious gift of life is despised” today. “How many children cannot even be born?” he asked. “How many die of hunger and are deprived...
Pope Francis discusses ‘world full of hope and kindness’ in BBC Radio 4 message The head of the Catholic Church wished listeners ‘peace, fellowship and gratitude’ in the new year as he gave the Thought for the Day on Saturday. By Harry Stedman, PADecember 28, 2024 at 8:00am GMT Po...
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