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Pope Francis repeatedly insisted that “every war is a defeat.” For Francis, war is “a senseless and inconclusive venture” because “no one emerges a winner.” This distressing statement sounds so true for those who have lived through the unfortunate experience of war or a tragic conflict of some sort....
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Through the 'Voice for Prisoners' volunteer program, the Maryknoll sisters continue to support the pastoral wellbeing of female inmates and their families....
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The "quiet American" label Leo acquired in his first months as pope largely held as he listened broadly, managed methodically and allowed the character of his papacy to emerge in due time....
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He expressed pride, hope, and optimism about the outcome of the Pope’s visit, suggesting the Pope Leo's message was prophetic and served as a call to the conscience of those in power on the continent to consider the future of young people....
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Addressing the faithful at the end of Mass at Malabo Stadium, the Pope noted that "the time has come" to depart, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to undertake the journey....
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On his last full day in Africa, Pope Leo XIV travels to Bata, where he has a moving encounter with inmates in the city’s prison....
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The pastoral visits, and the press conferences on the plane between stops, gave us new insights into how the pope sees his role in the world and in the church....
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Music, songs, colors, smiles, and joy filled the Bata Stadium, with more than 30,000 people and was packed with young people and families, seminarians, priests, and the faithful of Bata, who gave the Pope a “warm welcome.”...
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Pope proposes a more demanding idea of peace, one woven from justice, dignity, and forgiveness....