When Pope Francis neared the stage, Abigail hopped on her father’s shoulders and took photos – excitedly showing off the images to her parents and three younger siblings.
Francis did not specifically mention Davis in his reply, noting, “I can’t have in mind all the cases that can exist about conscientious objection”. Francis said that anyone, or any entity, who denies conscientious objection denies a right.
Welcomed with cheering crowds and beaming officials in his first visit to the US this week, Pope Francis nevertheless admonished America to do more for peace.
On Thursday’s episode of “The Late Show“, Colbert expressed sadness over a recent interview with the pontiff in which he claimed many casual acquaintances are claiming to be his friends now that he is the head of the Catholic Church. “I’m not gonna...
Throughout his tour, the pope has taken on some of the biggest global risks, highlighting his views on how to save the world from its gravest threats and its own worst impulses.
Francis was also scheduled to visit a prison and celebrate a final Mass on U.S. soil on Philadelphia’s grandest boulevard, the Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Francis, who has emphasized humility and service over pomp and circumstance since being elected pope two years ago, also visited the Philadelphia’s Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility.
Speaking in English to lawmakers and other dignitaries packed into the House of Representatives, Pope Francis said America should not be put off by the number of immigrants who are trying to make it their home. As Democrats stood and applauded the pope’s optimistic tone,...
Back in 2009, Pope Benedict XVI released a Christmas album called Alma Mater and was even heard singing on one of the tracks, a chant in which he was leading the choir.
NEW YORK:Pope Francis on Friday visited the 9/11 Memorial in New York, where he prayed and laid a white rose at one of the reflecting pools, before he is to lead a multi-faith service for peace.