Holy Year of Mercy

Pope Francis says mercy demands an ‘inclusive’ church open to all

By David Gibson — November 21, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) In a message to wrap up the Holy Year of Mercy, the pontiff adds that all priests will continue to be able to absolve the 'grave sin' of abortion.

Pope Francis: A poor and welcoming church spreads the gospel

By David Gibson — November 20, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Using “power and success” to evangelize betrays the core of the Gospel message, the pontiff said as he closed a special holy year of mercy.
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