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Pope Francis in Madagascar
Pope to Madagascar Religious: To avoid Discouragement, focus on Praising God
In an address to priests, religious, and seminarians of Madagascar, Pope Francis emphasized the importance of maintaining a focus on praising God in order to find strength in times of hardship.
In Madagascar, Pope Francis Says that Joy Lightens the Demands of Discipleship
Pope Francis Sunday told Catholics in Madagascar that following Jesus can be demanding, but that Christ calls his disciples to place God at the center of their lives.
Jesus Has a Mission for Youth in Madagascar, Pope Francis Says at Vigil
Jesus has called you and has entrusted a mission to you, Pope Francis told a crowd of young people at a prayer vigil in Antananarivo, Madagascar Saturday.
Pope Francis Urges Bishops to Defend Common Good in Madagascar
Pope Francis told Madagascar’s bishops Saturday that the Catholic Church should participate in public life in order to promote the common good and that the bishops should not be afraid to voice their opinions on matters in society.
Perfection is Found in Small Acts of Charity, Pope Francis tells Contemplative Nuns
The path to holiness is made up of small, daily acts of obedience and love, Pope Francis told the contemplative nuns of Madagascar in impromptu remarks Saturday.
Pope encourages Madagascar's civil leaders to work for 'integral development'
In an address to the civil authorities of Madagascar Sept. 7, Pope Francis urged the leaders to embrace the “soul” of their country and to work toward an “integral development” that will not forget the poor and those most in need.
Solidarity is Strong in the Catholic Church in Madagascar Ahead of Pope Francis Visit
Later this week, Pope Francis visit the island nation of Madagascar, a place where the faith is practiced with simplicity and with a strong solidarity, according to one priest on the island nation.
