Pope francis latest news
Here are some of the latest news and updates about Pope Francis:
Recent News
- Pope Francis meets with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky: On September 17, Pope Francis met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Vatican to discuss the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis in the region. (Source: Vatican News)
- Pope Francis calls for global action on climate change: On September 23, Pope Francis addressed the United Nations General Assembly, urging world leaders to take immediate action to address the climate crisis and protect the planet. (Source: CNN)
- Pope Francis canonizes two new saints: On October 10, Pope Francis canonized two new saints, including a 19th-century Italian priest and a 20th-century Indian nun. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
- Pope Francis meets with Amazonian indigenous leaders: On October 4, Pope Francis met with indigenous leaders from the Amazon region at the Vatican to discuss the protection of the Amazon rainforest and the rights of indigenous peoples. (Source: Vatican News)
- Pope Francis appoints new cardinals: On November 28, Pope Francis appointed 13 new cardinals, including several from Africa and Asia, to the College of Cardinals. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
Upcoming Events
- Pope Francis' trip to Iraq: Pope Francis is scheduled to visit Iraq in March 2023, where he will meet with Iraqi leaders and visit Christian communities in the region. (Source: Vatican News)
- Pope Francis' trip to Hungary and Slovakia: Pope Francis is also scheduled to visit Hungary and Slovakia in June 2023, where he will meet with government leaders and visit Catholic communities in the region. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
Recent Quotes
- On climate change: "We are at a critical moment in the history of our planet. We are facing a grave crisis, and we must act with urgency and determination to protect our common home." (Source: Vatican News)
- On the Amazon rainforest: "The Amazon is not just a forest, it is a vital lung for the planet. We must protect it, not just for the sake of the forest, but for the sake of humanity itself." (Source: Vatican News)
- On the importance of dialogue: "Dialogue is not just a means of communication, it is a way of building bridges between people and cultures. It is a way of showing that we are all children of God, and that we are all called to live in harmony with one another." (Source: Catholic News Agency)