Pope Francis praises Mexicans for welcoming migrants
Pope Francis has complimented the people of Mexico during his weekly audience, praising them for being “so welcoming to migrants. God bless you”.
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BP rig at centre of protest ‘makes u-turn’ near oil field
An oil rig at the centre of a protest by environmental campaigners has been forced to make a “u-turn” on its way to a North Sea field.
Pope dons safety helmet for earthquake-hit cathedral visit
Pope Francis donned a white firefighter’s safety helmet during his visit to a damaged cathedral in a town struck by earthquakes in 2016.
Pope ordains 19 new priests during Vatican ceremony
Pope Francis has ordained 19 men to the priesthood during a ceremony in St Peter’s Basilica.
Pope Francis honours former Church of Scotland moderator
A FORMER moderator of the Kirk's general assembly has been awarded one of the Catholic Church's highest honours for her ecumenical work.