Pope Francis Leaves East Timor: ‘I’ll Never Forget Your Smiles’
In East Timor, the pontiff visited a home for disabled children, spoke to Catholic clergy and religious, met local authorities, and celebrated Mass for 600,000 Catholics.
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Pope to Youth in Papua New Guinea: Words, Gestures of Love Overcome ‘Ugly Fruit of Hatred’
Moved by testimonies shared by youth representatives, the Pope reiterated the need for young people to not lose hope and build a future together by helping one another to rise again.
Pope Francis Arrives in Papua New Guinea Amid Report of Arrests in Indonesia
Over the next three days, Pope Francis will meet with civil leaders and Catholic communities in Port Moresby and remote Vanimo.
PHOTOS: Pope Francis in Indonesia for His 45th Apostolic Journey
Here’s a look at some of the highlights of Francis’ trip so far.
Pope Francis and Grand Imam Sign Joint Declaration at Indonesia Mosque
Named for Indonesia’s national Istiqlal Mosque, the document calls for religious leaders to work together to promote human dignity, interreligious dialogue, and environmental protection.
Pope Francis: Indonesia’s High Birth Rate Is an Example for Other Countries
'This might make one laugh, but there are some families that seem to prefer to have a cat or dog, but this, this doesn’t work,' Pope Francis added.
Pope Francis Invites Indonesia’s Catholics to Share ‘Joy of Encountering Christ’
In his speech, Pope Francis praised the local Church’s charitable efforts and spoke about the importance of having compassion for one’s neighbors.
Pope Francis Begins Indonesia Visit With Call for Catholic-Muslim Dialogue
The ceremony marked the start of the Pope’s highly anticipated 11-day visit to four countries in Southeast Asia and Oceania.
Pope Francis Travel 2020: Possibly Indonesia, East Timor, and Papua New Guinea
The trip not yet confirmed by the Vatican are possibly slated for September.
