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Pope Francis addresses migrant crisis in Darien Gap: ‘Every refugee challenges us’
“As Christians, every refugee and migrant who leaves his or her homeland challenges us,” Pope Francis wrote. Read more
Pope Francis condemns assassination of Ecuadorian presidential candidate
The presidential candidate had been an outspoken critic of the violence caused by drug trafficking. Read more
Ecuador to host International Eucharistic Congress in 2024
The Vatican announced Saturday that Pope Francis had designated the Archdiocese of Quito in Ecuador the host of the 2024... Read more
Pope Francis prays for people affected by California wildfires
Pope Francis expressed his concern Sunday for people suffering from the effects of wildfires in California and South America. Read more
Priest who served thousands in Peruvian highlands dies at 94
The Salesian founder of Operation Mato Grosso, a ministry of service and job training for low-income people in South America,... Read more
Pope announces special 2019 Synod of Bishops on South American region
On Sunday, Pope Francis announced the decision to hold a special assembly of the Synod of Bishops, to take place... Read more
Full Text of Pope Francis' interview with Portuguese radio station
In a new, wide-ranging interview Pope Francis touched on a variety of serious and lighthearted topics, such as the current... Read more
