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November 29, 2018

Pilgrims are the most important part of Catholic shrines, Pope Francis says

Attendants prepare to carry a statue of Mary in procession at the Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes in southwestern France May 16, 2014. In Nov. 29 remarks, Pope Francis encouraged rectors and workers at shrines to make guests feel "at home."

VATICAN – People who visit Catholic shrines must find a place of warmth and welcome, as well as good priests who enjoy being with and listening to the faithful, Pope Francis said.

Published in Faith
November 4, 2016

Hope abundant, even amid conflict, says leader of Holy Land Franciscans

Franciscan Father Francesco Patton is the new custos of the Holy Land Franciscans.

WASHINGTON – The responsibilities entrusted to him are great: caring for about 50 shrines, more than two dozen parishes, various schools and other services provided by more than 250 Franciscan friars stationed at some of the most embattled places in the Middle East.

Published in International