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"Today's world needs to rediscover God's plan for the family"

In the Shrine of the Holy House of Loreto, where according to tradition Mary said yes to God's plans, Pope Francis asked young people to discover their personal vocation in the Church and help foster a new flourishing of holiness in God's people.

From the Church and the Pope

"The courage to take a risk"

Message of Pope Francis for the 2019 World Day of Prayer for Vocations, on May 12. Through the call He addresses to each person, our Lord "opens before our eyes the horizon of a greater sea and an abundant catch."

From the Church and the Pope

Free eBook: Pope Francis in Panama

This book contains the homilies and addresses of Pope Francis in his apostolic journey to Panama for the World Youth Day (23-28 January 2019). It is available in PDF, ePub and Mobi format.

Christian Life

"You are a beloved child of God"

"If all our earthly loves were to disintegrate, there is always for all of us, ardent, the unique and faithful love of God." In his February 20 general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the Lord's prayer.

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Message of Pope Francis for World Day of the Sick

The 27th World Day of the Sick is being celebrated in Calcutta, India, on 11 February 2019, feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.

From the Church and the Pope

Apostolic Journey to United Arab Emirates

Pope Francis made a brief apostolic visit to the Unites Arab Emirates from 3-5 February. Links to his addresses and homilies.

From the Church and the Pope

Pope Francis: "If we lack love, we have nothing"

Complete texts and video summaries of the Holy Father's addresses at the XXXIV World Youth Day in Panama (January 23-28, 2019).

From the Church and the Pope

"Abba, Father"

"We continue to say 'Our Father,' but with the heart we are invited to say 'Papa,' to have a relationship with God like that of a child with his father." In his January 16 general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the Lord's prayer.

From the Church and the Pope

"Mary's eyes reflect the beauty of God"

Homily of Pope Francis given on January 1 in Saint Peter's Basilica, for the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.

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Tondo Social Outreach: "Everyone can help"

Young professionals, teachers, students, and families in the Philippines responded generously to Pope Francis' message for the Second World Day of the Poor.

Social initiatives