Pope Francis
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Pope calls Trump’s plans of mass deportations ‘a disgrace’
Francis said Mr Trump’s decision would force poor people ‘who have nothing’ to ‘pay the bill’.
Pope’s New Year’s Day message calls for commitment to protect life
Francis ushered in 2025 with a renewed appeal for the Catholic faithful to reject abortion.
Pope Francis kicks off year-long Jubilee
In his homily, Francis said the Holy Year is an opportunity to relieve the debt of poor countries and commit to protecting the planet.
Pope Francis discusses ‘world full of hope and kindness’ in BBC Radio 4 message
The head of the Catholic Church wished listeners ‘peace, fellowship and gratitude’ in the new year as he gave the Thought for the Day on Saturday.
Pope takes Holy Year and prayers for better future to Rome prison
Francis has long made prison ministry an important part of his priestly vocation.
Pope’s Christmas message urges ‘all people of all nations’ to overcome divisions
Francis singled out Christian communities in Israel and the Palestinian territories.
Pilgrims pass through Vatican Holy Door as the 2025 Holy Year begins
Elsewhere in the world, Hanukkah started on Christmas Day for the first time since 2005 and celebrations were muted in Germany.
Hopes for peace and ‘something for the children’ this Christmas amidst war in Gaza, and how Pope Francis has become a ‘grandfather’ to the besieged Catholic community
Support from Ireland is keeping the lights on in the darkness of conflict
Pope in plea for ceasefires to end ‘cruelty’ of conflicts around the world
Francis delivered his Sunday Angelus from inside due to a cold and as a precaution ahead of a busy Christmas period.