Friday, February 7, 2025

Popular News

HomeNewsVaticanPope Francis: John Paul II left an indelible mark on the Church

Pope Francis: John Paul II left an indelible mark on the Church

“I wish to express my appreciation for the cultural and pastoral initiatives promoted by the diocese of Alba in order to remember the teachings and the exemplary nature of life” of Saint John Paul II, who “left an indelible mark on the Church and on society”. Those are the words of Pope Francis in a letter addressed to the Bishop of Alba, Marco Brunetti, on the occasion of a conference on the 40th anniversary of Karol Wojtyla’s election to the Chair of Peter.

In the letter, dated August 1, 2018, Pope Francis said he hopes that this initiative will arouse the “desire to devote oneself with missionary zeal to the service of the Gospel.” He concluded, “May the rediscovery of the witness of my venerable Predecessor’s fidelity to God and love for man, encourage everyone, especially young people, to open wide the doors to Christ for a generous commitment to peace, fraternity, and solidarity.”

Popular News

Pope to Orthodox priests: Nicene Creed unites all Christians

Pope Francis meets with young priests and monks of the Oriental Orthodox Churches, and...

College of Cardinals: Pope extends terms of dean and vice-dean

Pope Francis extends the terms of Cardinals Giovanni Battista Re and Leonardo Sandri as...

Pope has bronchitis: Upcoming audiences at Casa Santa Marta

A Holy See Press Office statement says Pope Francis is affected by bronchitis and...

Pope’s Mission Day Message: Prayer keeps our ‘spark of hope’ alive

In his 2025 World Mission Day Message, Pope Francis reminds missionaries that turning to...