World Youth Day is an antidote against indifference, isolation and lethargy, Pope Francis said.
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Competing Versions of Christianity on Display Between Pope and Hungary’s Orbán
While neither Hungary’s Viktor Orbán nor his most prominent guest this weekend, Pope Francis, have appeared anxious to play up their differences, there’s no getting around the fact that the two men represent contrasting versions of Christianity — one focused on identity, tradition and family values, the other on welcome, dialogue and the social gospel.
Greek Catholic Leader Tells Pope the Church is Bridge Between East and West
Hungarian Greek Catholics and members of a Ukraine-based Eastern church that is in communion with Rome, the community’s leading prelate said its members have shed their blood for the faith and want to be a bridge between Eastern and Western Catholicism.
Pope in Hungary, Swelled by Ukrainian Refugees, Urges End to ‘Indifference’
On his second day in Hungary’s capital, Pope Francis met a group of poor people and refugees, including several who fled the war in neighboring Ukraine, and urged society to let go of selfish indifference toward those in need.
Pope Arrives in Hungary Preaching Cooperation, Welcome — Not Isolation
Paying homage to Hungary’s history, culture and location in the heart of Europe, Pope Francis pushed against the notion that the country needed to insulate itself to protect its identity.
Pope, Council Of Cardinals Look at Church Peacemaking Efforts
Seven weeks after announcing the new composition of his international Council of Cardinals, Pope Francis led a two-day meeting of the council focused on situations of conflict in the world and on progress in implementing his reform of the Roman Curia.
Humility, Prayer, Real Friendship Required for Evangelization, Say New Vatican Consultants
Two newly appointed Vatican consultants on evangelization told OSV News that prayer, humility and authentic friendship are key to spreading the Gospel, particularly among youth and young adults.
Pope Meets Ukrainian Prime Minister at Vatican
After a half-hour private meeting in the library of the Apostolic Palace, Pope Francis gave the prime minister of Ukraine a bronze plaque featuring a bird and a flower alongside the inscription, “Peace is a fragile flower.”
Senior Residence to Boost Affordable Green Housing
The Livonia C3 Senior Residence plans to offer 142 affordable rental apartments for seniors and formerly homeless adults in Brooklyn’s Brownsville neighborhood.
Pope Decides Women Will Be Voting Members of Synod of Bishops
At least three dozen women will be voting members of the assembly of the Synod of Bishops in October, Pope Francis has decided.