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Pope Leo XIV Launches Longest-Ever Africa Pilgrimage Across Four Nations

Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni outlined Pope Leo XIV’s 11-day Apostolic Journey (April 13–23) to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea, with addresses in English, French, Portuguese and Spanish and focus on peace, migration, the environment, youth and the family. It will be the pope’s longest trip yet, his first visit to Algeria and decades-long first visits to the other countries, featuring a diverse delegation and an in-flight press conference on the return.

via Vatican News|

#africa #algeria #angola

world14 days ago•5 min saved

Pope Leo XIV Opens Nine-Hour Apostolic Visit to Monaco

Pope Leo XIV flies from the Vatican to Monaco for his second Apostolic Journey—the first papal visit to the principality in modern times—where he will meet Prince Albert II, address the Catholic community, speak with youths, and celebrate Mass at Louis II Stadium in a nine-hour itinerary before returning to the Vatican; Cardinal Parolin hopes the trip strengthens the local Church and furthers commitments to care for creation, life protection, and international solidarity.

via Vatican News|

#apostolic-journey #catholicism #monaco

world6 months ago•1 min saved

Pope Leo XIV to Visit Turkey and Lebanon on First International Trip

Pope Leo XIV will undertake his first international trips to Türkiye and Lebanon in late November and early December 2025, including a pilgrimage to İznik for the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea, following invitations from both countries' authorities.

via Vatican News|

#apostolic-journey #first-council-of-nicaea #lebanon

religion1 year ago•2 min saved

Pope Francis to Focus on Mediterranean Agenda in Corsica Visit

Pope Francis will make a historic one-day visit to Corsica on December 15, marking his first trip to the island and his 47th apostolic journey abroad. The visit, invited by French civil and Church authorities, will include a congress on Mediterranean religiosity and a Mass at Place d’Austerlitz. The trip emphasizes the pope's ongoing engagement with the Mediterranean region and highlights Corsica's deep Catholic traditions. The visit's motto, "Jesus Went About Doing Good," underscores its pastoral focus.

via Catholic News Agency|

#apostolic-journey #catholic-church #corsica

world2 years ago•4 min saved

Pope Francis Embarks on Historic Journey to Mongolia

Pope Francis has arrived in Mongolia for his 43rd international Apostolic Journey. The visit to Mongolia, a predominantly Buddhist country with a small Christian population, aims to strengthen the Catholic Church's presence and address issues such as religious freedom and visa regulations for missionaries. The Pope's visit also highlights Mongolia's commitment to being a nuclear-weapon-free zone and the country's environmental challenges, including pollution caused by mining and poor air quality in the capital city.

via Vatican News|

#apostolic-journey #catholic-church #environmental-challenges

religion2 years ago•3 min saved

"Pope Francis Embarks on Historic Journey to Mongolia, Focusing on Religious Freedom and Diplomatic Relations"

Pope Francis departs from Rome on his Apostolic Journey to Mongolia, expressing the importance of embracing silence and understanding the vastness of the country. He blesses a water canteen belonging to a wounded Ukrainian soldier and meets with residents of the Dormitory of Pope Francis who participated in humanitarian aid efforts for Ukraine. The Pope also visits the Basilica of St. Mary Major to pray for the protection of Our Lady. The 4-day visit includes meetings with Mongolian authorities, religious leaders, and charitable workers before returning to Rome.

via Vatican News|

#apostolic-journey #charity #mongolia

religion2 years ago•1 min saved

Pope Francis' Historic Visit to Mongolia: Strengthening Global Relations

Pope Francis invites everyone to pray for his upcoming Apostolic Journey to Mongolia, emphasizing the double meaning of the visit as both a pastoral and state visit. He expresses his happiness to be among the Mongolian people as a brother to all, highlighting the vibrant faith and charity of the small Church in Mongolia. The Pope also acknowledges Mongolia's rich religious tradition and requests prayers for the success of his visit.

via Vatican News - English|

#apostolic-journey #interreligious-event #mongolia

religion2 years ago•3 min saved

"Pope Francis Set to Visit Marseille in September"

Pope Francis is set to travel to Marseille in September for a two-day visit to close the "Mediterranean Meetings," which will bring together bishops and young people from the Mediterranean basin. This will be his 44th Apostolic Journey abroad. During his visit, he will meet with President Emmanuel Macron, address the final session of the meetings, and preside over a marian prayer and Holy Mass. The visit marks the first time a Pope has visited Marseille since 1533 and is part of Pope Francis' ongoing efforts to promote dialogue and encounter in the Mediterranean region.

via Vatican News - English|

#apostolic-journey #dialogue #marseille

religion2 years ago•1 min saved

Pope Francis to visit Mongolia.

Pope Francis has accepted an invitation from the President of Mongolia and local Church authorities to make an Apostolic Journey to the East Asian nation from August 31 to September 4, 2023. The visit's programme and further details will be released in the coming weeks. With fewer than 1,500 Catholics in the country, Pope Francis will be the first Pope to ever visit Mongolia.

via Vatican News - English|

#apostolic-journey #catholic-church #east-asia

religion3 years ago•1 min saved

Pope's upcoming visit to Hungary raises questions and expectations.

Pope Francis visited the Basilica of St Mary Major ahead of his 41st Apostolic Journey outside of Italy, which will take him to Budapest, Hungary. During his visit, he prayed before the image of Mary, "Salus Populi Romani," and invoked her protection for the upcoming Journey. The Pope's visit to Hungary will take him to the heart of a Europe "upon which the icy winds of war continue to blow."

via Vatican News|

#apostolic-journey #basilica-of-st-mary-major #blessed-virgin-mary