Pope Francis receives manifesto challenging German ‘Synodal Way’

Pope Francis’ general audience in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, Jan. 5, 2021. / Vatican Media. Vatican City, Jan 5, 2022 / 06:00 am (CNA). Pope Francis on Wednesday received a manifesto, backed by almost 6,000 Catholics, challenging the German “Synodal Way.” The pope was presented with the document, “New Beginning: A Manifesto […]

Pope Francis: Society loses when ‘dogs and cats take the place of children’

Pope Francis’ general audience in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, Jan. 5, 2021. / Vatican Media. Vatican City, Jan 5, 2022 / 04:20 am (CNA). Pope Francis said on Wednesday that it is a civilizational loss when dogs and cats replace children in society, encouraging couples to “take the risk” to become parents. […]