At the conclusion of the Eucharistic celebration outside the Vatican Basilica today, the Pope presented a copy of the Book of the Gospels, printed in large type, to every one of the elderly who was present. The books were distributed to participants in Saint Peter's Square after the Mass was concluded.
Before the concluding rites of the Mass, the Holy Father recited the Angelus with the faithful and with pilgrims who were present in the Square.
Before concluding this celebration, I want to greet all the pilgrims, especially all of you elderly, who have come from so many different countries. Thank you, with all my heart!
I extend a cordial greeting to those who are taking part in the Sing your faith pilgrimage, organized as part of the celebrations of the thirtieth anniversary of the choir of the Diocese of Rome. Thank you for your presence here, and thank you for having shared your music for this celebration, along with the Sistine Chapel choir. Continue to joyfully and generously share this liturgical service with your community!
Yesterday in Madrid, Bishop Álvaro del Portillo was proclaimed Blessed; may his exemplary Christian and priestly witness arouse within the hearts of many, the desire to always stay close to Christ and to the gospel.
Next Sunday, we will begin the Synodal Assembly on the theme of the family. Here in our midst today is the person who is mainly responsible for this gathering, Cardinal Baldisseri; pray for him. I invite all people, individuals and communities to pray for this important gathering and I confide this intention to the intercession of Mary, Salus Populi Romani.
Now let us pray the Angelus together. With this prayer, let us invoke the protection of Mary for all the elderly in the whole world, especially for those who live in particularly difficult situations.
Before the concluding rites of the Mass, the Holy Father recited the Angelus with the faithful and with pilgrims who were present in the Square.
Greetings of the Holy Father, Pope Francis
prior to the recitation of the Angelus
Before concluding this celebration, I want to greet all the pilgrims, especially all of you elderly, who have come from so many different countries. Thank you, with all my heart!
I extend a cordial greeting to those who are taking part in the Sing your faith pilgrimage, organized as part of the celebrations of the thirtieth anniversary of the choir of the Diocese of Rome. Thank you for your presence here, and thank you for having shared your music for this celebration, along with the Sistine Chapel choir. Continue to joyfully and generously share this liturgical service with your community!
Yesterday in Madrid, Bishop Álvaro del Portillo was proclaimed Blessed; may his exemplary Christian and priestly witness arouse within the hearts of many, the desire to always stay close to Christ and to the gospel.
Next Sunday, we will begin the Synodal Assembly on the theme of the family. Here in our midst today is the person who is mainly responsible for this gathering, Cardinal Baldisseri; pray for him. I invite all people, individuals and communities to pray for this important gathering and I confide this intention to the intercession of Mary, Salus Populi Romani.
Now let us pray the Angelus together. With this prayer, let us invoke the protection of Mary for all the elderly in the whole world, especially for those who live in particularly difficult situations.
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