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Christianity without the cross is ‘sterile,’ pope says in Slovakia

September 14, 2021

Falling into the temptation of rejecting the cross and choosing a triumphalist form of Christianity leads to a faith that is superficial and sterile, Pope Francis said.

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Make the brave choice to lead a simpler, eco-friendly life, pope says

September 1, 2021

People should change the way they eat, travel and use natural resources, energy and products so they minimize their harm to the earth, Pope Francis said.

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Not all ‘eventualities’ considered in Afghanistan withdrawal, pope says

August 31, 2021

The chaotic withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan was due in part to a lack of foreseeing all possible eventualities, Pope Francis said in a new interview.

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Pope encourages people to rediscover importance of Sunday liturgy

August 23, 2021

Pope Francis encouraged new courses of action for parishes to help people understand the importance of Sunday Mass and parish ministries, a top Vatican official wrote in a message.

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Pope prays for peace in Afghanistan as Taliban takes control

August 17, 2021

Hours before the Taliban took control of Afghanistan's capital, Kabul, Pope Francis expressed his hope for the peace and safety of the country's citizens.

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True joy comes from doing God’s will, pope tells young people

August 2, 2021

Pope Francis asked young people meeting at the Medjugorje Marian shrine to follow Mary's example in wholeheartedly accepting God's will, bringing Christ to the world and being attentive to the needs of others.

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To feed the world, start with family farms, pope says

July 26, 2021

Restarting local economies with a focus on providing adequate food for all the world's people means governments must involve and listen to small farmers and farming families, Pope Francis said.

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May Olympic Games be sign of hope during pandemic, pope says

July 26, 2021

As thousands of athletes gathered for the Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, Pope Francis gave them his blessing and extended it to those organizing and supporting the events.