Tag: General Audience

Francis added that “the Holy Spirit, who inspired the Scriptures … also makes them perennially living and active.”

He reiterated that humility is not only the root of peace in the world and within the Church but also "the way, the path to salvation."

“Let us ask the Lord for peace, and may we not forget these brothers and sisters of ours who suffer greatly in these war-torn places"

The Diocese of Dori confirmed to Vatican News on Monday evening that 12 were killed in the initial attack, while three others died later

The pontiff expressed deep concern over ongoing conflicts, emphasizing the tragic impact on countless defenseless civilians

Lust, the Pope explained, mocks and plunders the beauty of pure, innocent love, involving both the body and the psyche

He expressed his deep concern for those suffering in the ongoing conflicts in Palestine, Israel, and Ukraine

“When temptation comes, never talk. Close the door, close the window, close your heart. In this way we defend ourselves from this seduction"

“Closed Christians always end up badly, because they are not Christians, they are ideologues, ideologues of closure,” the pope said.

The pope advised Christians to “keep watch over one’s sentiments” and to remember “the joy of having the risen Jesus.”