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Pope encourages Bible scholars to continue their study of suffering
In the Bible, Jesus never explains suffering but he reaches out to those who are hurting, heals them and ultimately, on the cross, shares and redeems the suffering of all humanity, Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: OSV News.
A Christian without courage is a useless Christian: Pope
“A Christian without courage, who does not turn his own strength to good, who does not bother anyone, is a useless Christian,” Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: CNA.
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.