Articles on this issue "apostolic trips"

Papal Homily at Mass in Serravalle's Olympic Stadium

"The Unity Created By Love Is a Greater Unity Than a Merely Physical One"

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Here is a translation of the homily Benedict XVI delivered today during a public Mass celebrated at the Olympic Stadium of Serravalle at the beginning of his one-day trip to the Diocese of San …

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Pope: Spousal Fidelity Has a Big Message in Divorce Culture

Says Children Learn of God Who Is Love by Seeing Parents' Love

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In today's society plagued with high divorce rates, spousal fidelity is itself a sign of the love of Christ, says Benedict XVI. The Pope stated this today during the general audience in St. …

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On the Trip to Croatia

"Fidelity of Spouses Has Itself Become a Meaningful Witness to the Love of Christ"

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Here is a translation of the Italian-language catechesis Benedict XVI gave today during the general audience held in St. Peter's Square. The Pope reviewed the trip he made last weekend to …

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Benedict XVI Brings Message of Faith to Croatia

Encourages Youth to Go Against Secular Tide

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Benedict XVI addressed a message of faith to the entire European continent during his recent apostolic trip to Croatia in which he underlined the important contribution of religion to society, …

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Aide Notes a "Quite Original" Papal Teaching in Croatia

Speaks of Pope's Proposal for Joyful Family Life Lived Well

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The Vatican spokesman says the theme of conscience is one that is being addressed ever more deeply and frequently and Benedict XVI's most recent teaching on it was "quite original." Jesuit …

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Benedict XVI Leaves Croatia Deeply Impressed

Says Faith in Country Is "Alive and Sincere"

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Benedict XVI said that while his two-day apostolic visit to Croatia was "brief," it left a "deep impression." The Pope returned to Rome today at the end of his 16th international trip, which …

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Pontiff Offers Cardinal Stepinac As Model of Fortitude

Says Blessed Was Ready to Die Before He Would Betray Christ

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Benedict XVI is encouraging the faithful of Croatia to look to Blessed Alojzije Stepinac -- who was "ready to die rather than to betray Christ" -- as a model "of apostolic zeal and Christian …

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Holy Father Confirms Croatia in the Faith

Affirms God's Love for the Family

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Benedict XVI traveled to Croatia this weekend to confirm the local Church in the faith, and to assure families of God's closeness to them. The Pope reiterated his message of faith and family …

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Pope to Croat Families: Be Courageous!

Some 400,000 Gather to Celebrate Catholic Family Day

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Zagreb's Hippodrome became Croatia's second largest population center today as some 400,000 gathered here for Sunday Mass to mark the first National Day of Croatian Catholic Families with …

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Holy Father's Address at Close of Croatia Trip

"These Days Have Left a Deep Impression on My Mind and My Heart"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI planned to deliver today at the farewell ceremony in the Pleso International Airport that marked the end of his two-day trip to Croatia. Due to bad weather, …

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Benedict XVI's Words at Vespers With Croat Clergy

"The Church in Croatia Is Called to Be United"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered today during the celebration of vespers with bishops, priests, religious and seminarians at the Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin …

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On the Family

"The Lord Loves the Family and He Is Close to You"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered today before praying the Regina Caeli at the end of Mass at the Zabgreb Hippodrome to mark the National Day of Croatian Catholic Families. * * * Dear …

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Pope's Homily on Croatia's Catholic Family Day

"The Christian Family Is a Special Sign of the Presence and Love of Christ"

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Here is the homily Benedict XVI delivered today at the Mass to mark the National Day of Croatian Catholic Families at the Zabgreb Hippodrome. * * * Dear Brothers and Sisters! In this Mass at …

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Holy Father's Message to Croatian Youth

"Rooted in Christ, You Will Fully Become the Person You Are Meant To Be"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered at a prayer vigil with the Croatian youth in Zagreb's Ban Josip Jelacic Square. * * * Dear Young People! I greet all of you with much affection. I am …

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Holy Father's Address Upon Arriving in Croatia

"Inject New Life Into That Priceless Common Heritage of Human and Christian Values"

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Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered today upon arriving at the Pleso International Airport in Zagreb. Croatian President Ivo Josipović greeted the Holy Father, as did Cardinal Josip …

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