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Pope asks academy to study ethics of new technologies
Pope Francis told the Pontifical Academy for Life yesterday that it faces an enormous task in evaluating the ethics of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and human enhancement. Source: National Catholic Register.
Laypeople not guests in the Church: Pope
The Church is a home that priests and laypeople need to care for together, Pope Francis said on Saturday. Source: CNA.
I believe Pope’s ministry is for life: Francis
Pope Francis addressed once again the question of whether he will resign the papacy in two conversations with Jesuit priests in Africa this month. Source: CNA.
Pope sends thermal shirts to earthquake victims
Pope Francis sent 10,000 thermal shirts to earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria, where millions are sleeping outdoors in sub-zero temperatures. Source: NCR Online.
‘Viral’ celebration will mark 10th anniversary of Francis’ pontificate
An online prayer initiative has been launched ahead of the 10th anniversary of the pontificate of Pope Francis on March 13. Source: Vatican News.
People in chronic pain need to be acknowledged: Pope
Caring for the sick and suffering includes drawing attention to those who suffer in silence, struggling to find someone who will acknowledge they are in pain and try to help, Pope Francis said. Source: CNS.
Pope Francis leads Hail Mary for earthquake victims
Pope Francis concluded his public audience yesterday with a prayer for the intercession of the Virgin Mary for the thousands of victims of a deadly earthquake in Türkiye and Syria. Source: CNA.
Pope’s presence ‘strengthened desire for peace’ in South Sudan
Brisbane Franciscan Father Mario Debattista said there was electricity in the crowd at Pope Francis’ Mass in Juba, South Sudan, on Sunday. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Pope leads ecumenical prayer service in South Sudan
In one of his final events in South Sudan, Pope Francis led an ecumenical prayer service with other Christian leaders on Saturday, stressing the need to join forces in promoting peace and addressing the country’s other crippling problems. Source: Crux.