For the abolition of torture – The Pope Video

For the abolition of torture – The Pope Video

Let us pray that the international community may commit itself concretely to abolish torture, guaranteeing support to victims and their families.

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Speaking from the heart – 57<sup>th</sup> World Day of Social Communications

Speaking from the heart – 57th World Day of Social Communications

Sunday 21 May is the 57th World Day of Social Communications. This year’s theme is: “Speaking from the heart, according to the truth and with charity.” In his message on this occasion, Pope Francis tells communicators that...

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For ecclesial movements and groups – The Pope Video

For ecclesial movements and groups – The Pope Video

Let us pray that ecclesial movements and groups may daily rediscover their evangelizing mission, and that they place their own charisms at the service of the world’s needs.

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Pope Francis with the Jesuits in Budapest: closeness and immediacy

Pope Francis with the Jesuits in Budapest: closeness and immediacy

The Holy Father, as is customary, meets with ‘local’ Jesuits, this time with us, Hungarian Jesuits. The meeting started on Saturday evening a few minutes after six o’clock and lasted about an hour and a half. What characterised our meeting?

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A Jesuit background for the official song of the papal visit to Hungary

A Jesuit background for the official song of the papal visit to Hungary

The musical song Camino - Christ, you are my future has been selected as the official song of Pope Francis’ visit to Hungary, from the 28th to the 30th of April. It was written by well-known Hungarian artists and just released in a video clip format and symphonic version.

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For a non-violent culture – The Pope Video

For a non-violent culture – The Pope Video

Let us pray for a more widespread culture of non-violence, that will progress when countries and citizens alike resort less and less to the use of arms.

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Conversion. Atonement. Forgiveness. Election.

Conversion. Atonement. Forgiveness. Election.

Those four words, as seemingly simple themes, could be used to describe the papacy of Pope Francis that started 10 years ago today. Though the world has changed much in the last decade, Pope Francis has consistently asked for people of good will...

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10 Years of Francis: “Padre Jorge”

10 Years of Francis: “Padre Jorge”

“I first met our Pope Francis when I entered the Society in Argentina. During my almost 3 years there, “Padre Jorge” was my Rector and we lived in the same house. Right from the beginning, we were all amazed at his creativity...”

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10 Years of Francis: Inviting us to be adult disciples

10 Years of Francis: Inviting us to be adult disciples

“As I recall the ministry of my namesake, who wanted to be like the poor of Assisi, to serve the world and the Church, I find that the greatest ministry of Pope Francis is to be found NOT in his policy positions on the issues that shake humanity...”

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10 Years of Francis: MAGIS

10 Years of Francis: MAGIS

“MAGIS is an Ignatian value that is willfully embraced and embedded within me. It has become an integral part of me and my daily life, which in turn leads me to serve Our Lord and His people in Guyana. Pope Francis’ Papacy has underscored for me...”

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10 Years of Francis: Vocation Inspiration

10 Years of Francis: Vocation Inspiration

“Pope Francis and I actually share a special date. On the morning of Wednesday, 13th of March, 2013, I met with the Jesuit in charge of vocations in my area and asked to join the Jesuits. His Papacy has accompanied my formation ever since...”

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10 Years of Francis: Compassion and Tenderness

10 Years of Francis: Compassion and Tenderness

“Shaking Pope Francis’ hand, I am most struck by his tenderness in action. Rewind. It was the summer of 2019 and I was interning for the office of communications at the Jesuit Curia in Rome. One afternoon, word got around that there would be a low-key papal visit...”

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