Seeing, understanding and engaging with people’s real lives does not “bastardise” theology, rather it is what is needed to guide people toward God, Pope Francis told Jesuits in Colombia.
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Christians must learn to expect and recognise God’s consolation and hold dear the peace and tranquility it leaves behind
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A close relationship with Jesus isn’t just about being an educated disciple but being a member of his family who listens and practices his teachings, Pope Francis said
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The worst sin of all is not trusting in God’s infinite love and not believing that God is always waiting for his sinning children to return to him, Pope Francis said.
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Pope Francis has endorsed an approach of “zero tolerance” toward all members of the church guilty of sexually abusing minors or vulnerable adults. The pope said he has decided whoever has been proven guilty of abuse has no right to an appeal, and he will never grant a papal pardon – meaning that the offending priest or bishop will be laicised or similar.
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Meeting with an association of travelling circus and street performers, carnival workers, musicians and magicians, Pope Francis thanked the artists for their dedication in bringing joy to men, women and children.
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The pope’s interview covers sin, marriage, the Church, war, women and himself. Carol Glatz gives us the highlights.
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People should hope, love, believe and follow their dreams, never despairing because Jesus is always with them, Pope Francis said.
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Without prayer, a leader risks serving his own selfish desires or political party, closing himself or herself in a “circle from which there is no escape,” the pope said during morning Mass at Domus Sanctae Marthae.
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