"Pope Francis' Unconventional Holy Week: From Washing Women's Feet to Urging Catholics to Feel Guilt"
TL;DR
Pope Francis, appearing strong, delivered a lengthy set of marching orders to Rome-based priests during Holy Thursday Mass, urging them to avoid "clerical hypocrisy" and treat their flocks with mercy. He warned against judging the faithful and emphasized the importance of repentance and acknowledging one's own shortcomings. The Mass marked the start of a busy few days for the 87-year-old pope, including a visit to a women's prison and upcoming Easter rituals.
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