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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Migrants, refugees are often models of hope and faith, pope says
The Jubilee of Migrants and the Jubilee of Missions are both being celebrated in Rome this weekend. Pope Leo XIV joined the two themes today when he met with participants...
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Migrants are not enemies, just brothers and sisters in need, pope says
The "globalization of indifference" to the plight of migrants decried by Pope Francis seems to be turning into a "globalization of powerlessness," Pope Leo XIV said. But...
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Migrants, refugees bravely embody the belief that joy is possible, pope says in message
In his message for the 2025 World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Leo XIV said migrants and refugees are "missionaries of hope."
He also praised the faith and role...
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Pope to U.S.: Migration policies built on force, not truth, 'will end badly'
In a letter to U.S. bishops, Pope Francis criticized U.S. migration policies based on force. He called for compassion, solidarity and the protection of human dignity.
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Pope welcomes migrant he's been praying for since July
On a Friday evening in November, Pope Francis invited to his residence a group of migrants and some of the people who have helped them.
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
At synod prayer service, pope calls for immigration reform with a heart
Pope Francis and members of the Synod of Bishops gathered around a sculpture in St. Peter's Square to pray for migrants and refugees, especially those who have died...
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Hope must be restored in communities, young people, pope says
Countries facing complex questions about migration, the economy and the environment need to foster hope and fraternity by focusing on people over politics, Pope Francis...
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
People have a duty to save migrants in danger of drowning, pope says
Praying for those who have died in the Mediterranean Sea and praising those who help rescue and welcome migrants attempting the treacherous crossing, Pope Francis...
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Migrants, Refugees & Travelers
Welcoming migrants, refugees is first step toward peace, pope says
Pope Francis met March 18 with hundreds of migrants and refugees who have been welcomed to Italy and other European countries through a program of "humanitarian corridors...