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VATICAN – Mary's assumption into heaven was a special sign of God's favor, but it also indicates God's desire to save all people, body and soul, Pope Francis said.

Fight church scandal by living Catholic faith authentically, Pope tells youth

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ROME – Members of the Catholic Church sin and give scandal, it's true, Pope Francis said, but it is up to each Catholic to live the faith as authentically as possible and witness to the world the love of Jesus.

Not doing evil is not enough to make one a saint, Pope tells youth

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VATICAN – Being a Christian isn't just about not doing evil, but it is a daily exercise in loving others through good works and deeds, Pope Francis said.

God's word on Sunday: God is ready to help in our life’s journey

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19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Aug. 12 (Year B) 1 Kings 19:4-8; Psalm 34; Ephesians 4:30-5:2; John 6:41-51


Don't fall for idolatry when difficulties arise, Pope says

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VATICAN – Like the ancient Israelites, Christians today also can fall into the temptation of creating their own idols when difficulties and uncertainties arise, Pope Francis said.

Faith is a relationship, not a set of rules between slave and master, Pope says at Angelus

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VATICAN – Doing God's will means first of all believing in Jesus and allowing love for him to translate into love for one's neighbors, Pope Francis said.

A "courageous creativity" is needed, Pope Francis tells young Jesuits

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VATICAN – The courage, prayer and creativity that should characterize every Jesuit's ministry must be especially present when ministering to young people who are unemployed and feel hopeless, Pope Francis said.

Idolatry is slavery, deprives people of life, Pope says

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VATICAN – Idolatry is a human inclination that spares neither believers nor atheists and deprives people of life and love in exchange for slavery to unfulfilled dreams, Pope Francis said.

Path to holiness isn't for the lazy, Pope says to young altar servers

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VATICAN  – Christ's commandment to love God and neighbor is a path trodden by those who have the desire to become saints, Pope Francis told thousands of altar servers from around the world.

"Never throw away leftovers", help the hungry, Pope says

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VATICAN – Pope Francis asked people to generously serve those most in need and to never waste food.