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Pope meets relatives of Israeli hostages held by Hamas
Pope Francis met yesterday with relatives of Israeli hostages being held in Gaza since October 7. Source: Vatican News.
The fullness of life is realised in Jesus: Pope
On Divine Mercy Sunday yesterday, Pope Francis noted that the “fullness of life” comes not from the pursuit of transitory pleasure but is “realised in Jesus”. Source: CNA.
Pope tells religious leaders to counter war rhetoric with focus on peace
In a world filled with “bellicose rhetoric”, religious leaders must make extra efforts to speak of peace and to nurture every action and attitude that lessens tensions and increases dialogue, Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: NCR Online.
Pope urges nations to repeal laws discriminating against women
Governments must eliminate laws discriminating against women and help guarantee women’s human rights, Pope Francis says in a video for his April prayer intention. Source: America Magazine.
Pope Francis uses Easter blessing to pray for peace
In his Easter Sunday blessing, Pope Francis asked the risen Lord to open paths of peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and all regions of the world suffering from war and violence. Source: CNA.
Pope writes letter to his ‘dear brothers and sisters’ in the Holy Land
Pope Francis yesterday issued a letter to the Christians of the Holy Land in preparation for Good Friday, expressing his solidarity with a community that continues to suffer amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Source: CNA.
Patience more than a value that helps one lead a good life: Pope
Contemplating Christ’s passion should inspire Christians to be more patient in the face of their own suffering and trials, Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: OSV News.
Pope assures young people that ‘Christ is alive and He loves you’
The “certainty” that “Christ is alive and he wants you to be alive” has inspired Pope Francis to write again to young people, on the fifth anniversary of his Apostolic Exhortation, Christus Vivit. Source: Vatican News.
Pope asks broadcasters to share the truth, not spread ideology
Media outlets have a responsibility to share the truth, not spread ideologies, Pope Francis said at the weekend. Source: Catholic Review.