6 h. ago Ten years on: Images of Pope Francis’ popemobile evoke fond memories for Pinoys

The late Pope Francis’ jeepney-inspired popemobile stirred nostalgia among Filipinos, who shared fond memories of his visit to the Philippines in 2015. Francis visited the Philippines on a pastoral and state visit from January 15 to 19, 2015, during which he also traveled to typhoon-hit Leyte to celebrate Mass for the victims and survivors of […] The post Ten years on: Images of Pope Francis’ popemobile evoke fond memories for Pinoys appeared first on Interaksyon.

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8 h. ago From the margins to the heart of the Church: Two Filipino cardinals reflect on Pope Francis’ legacy

As tributes poured in for Pope Francis, two Filipino cardinals, both chosen from the “peripheries,” gave personal reflections on how the late pontiff has changed the Church through an ardent focus on the marginalized of society. Pablo Virgilio Cardinal David, president of the Philippine bishops’ conference, said the pope’s vision for a more welcoming and […] The post From the margins to the heart of the Church: Two Filipino cardinals reflect on Pope Francis’ legacy appeared first on Interaksyon.

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12 h. ago Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying

On the morning of Easter Monday, after his final public address the day prior, Pope Francis died at age 88, closing 12 years of leading the Catholic Church. He joins the phenomena of people “holding on” until after an anticipated date or event, such as the holidays or a birthday, before dying. It sometimes seems […] The post Pope Francis’ death right after Easter sounds miraculous – but patients and caregivers often work together to delay dying appeared first on Interaksyon.

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13 h. ago Philippines mourns the passing of Pope Francis; Filipinos join in remembering the late Pope

Philippines mourns the passing of Pope Francis; Filipinos join in remembering the late Pope  SBS Australia

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14 h. ago Books of condolence for Pope Francis to open at Manila nunciature

Books of condolence will be available for signing at the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila following the death of Pope Francis. The public is invited to visit and express condolences or share memories of the late pontiff. The books will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29. Pope […] The post Books of condolence for Pope Francis to open at Manila nunciature appeared first on Interaksyon.

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29 h. ago Rappler Talk: Archbishop Socrates Villegas on Pope Francis and the Philippines

Rappler Talk: Archbishop Socrates Villegas on Pope Francis and the Philippines  Rappler

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31 h. ago How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy

When the late Pope Francis first stepped on to the balcony of Saint Peter’s Basilica following his election 12 years ago, he remarked that he had been called almost from the “end of the world”. He was the first non-European pontiff since Gregory III, elected in AD731, who was of Syrian origin. And he was […] The post How Pope Francis changed the Catholic Church’s foreign policy appeared first on Interaksyon.

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35 h. ago More than half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis

More than half of the country’s 86 active Catholic bishops were appointed by Pope Francis during his 12-year pontificate. Since becoming pope in March 2013, Francis named 45 new bishops in the Philippines, three of whom were later elevated to archbishops. His first appointee was Bishop Narciso Abellana of Romblon in October 2013, just six […] The post More than half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis appeared first on Interaksyon.

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35 h. ago In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next

In a bastion of Catholicism, Filipinos mourn Pope Francis and wonder who comes next  The Guardian

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51 h. ago Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis By Reuters

Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis By Reuters  Investing.com

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51 h. ago Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis

Staunchly Catholic Philippines begins period of mourning for Pope Francis  Reuters

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52 h. ago Philippines declares period of national mourning for Pope Francis

Philippines declares period of national mourning for Pope Francis  Philstar.com

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52 h. ago Nearly half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis

Nearly half of Philippines’ 86 active bishops appointed by Pope Francis  CBCPNews

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56 h. ago Pope Francis’ body placed in St Peter’s Basilica after solemn procession

Procession with cardinals and Latin chants Trump and dozens of other leaders to attend funeral on Saturday Conclave to pick successor is not expected to take place before May 6 VATICAN CITY — The body of Pope Francis, laid out in an open coffin, was carried in a solemn procession from his residence within the walls of the […] The post Pope Francis’ body placed in St Peter’s Basilica after solemn procession appeared first on Interaksyon.

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57 h. ago Factbox: What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part?

VATICAN CITY — Roman Catholic cardinals will hold a conclave to elect the Church’s 267th pontiff and a successor to Pope Francis, who has died at the age of 88. The date of the conclave will be announced sometime after his funeral on Saturday. Following are key facts about the conclave – one of the world’s oldest and most secretive electoral processes. Who […] The post Factbox: What is a Roman Catholic conclave and who takes part? appeared first on Interaksyon.

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58 h. ago Throwback: Darren Espanto’s performance during Pope Francis’ 2015 visit to Philippines

Singer-actor Darren Espanto shared a throwback video of his performance during Pope Francis’ visit to the Philippines in 2015. Darren, a product of “The Voice Kids,” performed “Tell The World Of His Love” at the University of Santo Tomas in Manila during the “Encounter with the Youth” ceremony with the pope on Jan. 18, 2015. […] The post Throwback: Darren Espanto’s performance during Pope Francis’ 2015 visit to Philippines appeared first on Interaksyon.

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61 h. ago Statement of condolence from the Episcopal Church in the Philippines on the death of Pope Francis

Statement of condolence from the Episcopal Church in the Philippines on the death of Pope Francis  Anglican Ink

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63 h. ago Pope Francis and the Philippines: How he won over the nation

Pope Francis and the Philippines: How he won over the nation  BBC

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63 h. ago Pope Francis: Philippines remembers 'Lolo Kiko' who braved a typhoon for them

Pope Francis: Philippines remembers 'Lolo Kiko' who braved a typhoon for them  BBC

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69 h. ago Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome for upcoming conclave

Filipino cardinals preside over requiem Masses for Pope Francis before heading to Rome for upcoming conclave  Catholic News Agency

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