Pope Francis asked Catholic dioceses around the world to set up a permanent memorial of the Year of Mercy by establishing a hospital, home for the aged or school in an under-served area.
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Pope Joins Instagram and Sets Record for Gaining Followers
VATICAN CITY (CNS) – With a simple tap, Pope Francis joined Instagram and quickly set a record for gaining one million followers. The launch of the “Franciscus” account March 19 was on the feast of St. Joseph and the third anniversary of the formal inauguration of his papacy.
Pope to Release Document on the Family April 8
The Vatican has set April 8 for the release of “Amoris Laetitia” (“The Joy of Love”), Pope Francis’ reflection on the family and family life. “Amoris Laetitia” is what is known as a “postsynodal apostolic exhortation,” a document addressed to the whole church reflecting on themes of church life and faith discussed at a gathering of the Synod of Bishops.
Pope on Easter: Jesus Heals Our Scars
Easter is a feast of hope, a celebration of God’s mercy and a call to pray for and assist all who suffer, Pope Francis said before giving his solemn blessing “urbi et orbi” (to the city and the world).
Pope: Indifference Met Jesus During Holy Week
Just as the crowds and government officials tried to dodge responsibility for Jesus’ fate after He was arrested, so today too many individuals and countries want someone else to care for refugees fleeing violence and migrants seeking a better life, Pope Francis said.
Pope Condemns ‘Blind Violence’ in Brussels
Pope Francis, condemning the terrorist attacks in Brussels, offered his prayers to the victims, the injured, their families and all offering assistance in the aftermath of the bombings.
Mexican Paper Questions Pope’s Critique of Bishops
An Archdiocese of Mexico City publication questioned a rebuke from Pope Francis, in which he criticized Mexico’s bishops for living like princes and resting on their laurels and called on them to fight “as men, face-to-face” if they do fight – an allusion to disunity in the episcopal conference.
Pope Goes On Retreat
Pope Francis arrives for a weeklong Lenten retreat, flanked by Father Valdir Jose De Castro, superior general of the Society of St. Paul, Msgr. Leonardo Sapienza, regent of the papal household and several senior members of the Roman Curia in Ariccia, Italy, March 6.
Pope Urges Courage to Confess One’s Sins
Exercise a little courage and go to confession, turn away from selfishness and sin and back to God during the Year of Mercy, Pope Francis urged people at a Lenten penance service.
Covering the Pope in Mexico
Pope Francis’ recent pilgrimage to Mexico produced so many poignant images of the faith and devotion of the Mexican people. Nuestra Voz Editor Jorge Dominguez shares the moments he captured with Tablet readers.