The pope’s speech, which had been widely expected to wade into political territory, subtly touched on issues of immigration, climate change, abortion and marriage, weaving them into a narrative about securing a more peaceful and just future.
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A Papal Blessing – and High-Fives – Among the Homeless
Pope Francis visits the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Washington to meet with the homeless and bless their meal.
Pope Francis arrives in the U.S. to excited crowds
Pope Francis arrived for his first visit to the United States Tuesday at 4 p.m. at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, and was greeted with a lively welcome from President Barack Obama, first lady Michelle Obama, and their daughters, along with various priests and officials from the U.S. archdioceses and the DeMatha Catholic High School band.
Pope Francis wows thousands who trekked to Washington for a glimpse
Following a meeting with President Barack Obama, Pope Francis traveled in a Jeep Wrangler popemobile between the Ellipse and along a portion of the National Mall in a papal parade, in front of thousands of attendees who waited for hours ahead of the event.
Pope Protest: 17-Year Fight Against Child Sex Abuse
A man has spent 17 years outside the Vatican’s U.S. embassy protesting the sexual abuse of children by Catholic priests.
Nine Charts That Explain American Catholics
Pope Francis arriving at a time when Catholicism in the U.S. is struggling to broaden its appeal, while a growing number of followers are challenging the church’s values.
Cantor to lend voice to papal Mass, sings ‘for the glory of God’
Christina Massimei, of Bel Air, is one of three cantors singing before Pope Francis’ congregation, leading by example and through song.
Biology professor to perform in choir for Pope Francis
Wednesday, St. Mary’s College of Maryland biology professor Jeff Byrd will perform on a lawn in front of the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, where the pope is scheduled to celebrate mass — a large change from his typical afternoon location in the lab.
Pope’s Washington Visit Means Transportation Delays
The papal events are expected to attract several hundred thousand visitors to Washington over the course of the three-day visit Tuesday through Thursday.