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March 07, 2021

Pope Francis in Iraq: Pope Meets Father of Refugee Family who Died at Sea

March 07, 2021

A statement from the Press office of the Holy See said the Pope spent "a long time" with Mr. Kurdi, listening to him as he spoke -- through an interpreter -- of his pain at the loss of his family.

Pope Francis in Iraq: Not Your Typical Lenten Sunday

March 07, 2021

The Pope returns to Baghdad and departs for Rome Monday, having wound up what will be seen as a highly successful four-day historic pilgrimage.

Archbishop Warda on Pope Francis in Iraq: Powerful message a gift to all Iraqis

March 07, 2021

"We know that through your prayers you continue to urge this broken world and this broken land to a time of peace, humility and prosperity," Archbishop Warda said, "with dignity of life and purpose for all."

Pope Francis in Iraq: Mass at Franso Hariri Stadium in Erbil

March 07, 2021

"Today," said Pope Francis in his homily, "I can see at first hand that the Church in Iraq is alive, that Christ is alive and at work in this, his holy and faithful people."

Pope Francis in Iraq: Visit to Immaculate Conception in Qaraqosh

March 07, 2021

Pope Francis’s message was simple and direct: “You are not alone,” he said. “The entire Church is close to you, with prayers and concrete charity.”

Pope Francis in Iraq: A Prayer for The Dead in Mosul

March 07, 2021

The gathering took place in Hosh al-Bieaa – Church Square – in Mosul, where four churches sit: Syriac Catholic, Armenian Orthodox, Syro-Orthodox, and Chaldean.

Pope Francis in Iraq: Sunday at a Glance

March 07, 2021

Beleaguered Christian communities in the north of Iraq hope today's pilgrimage by the Pope will not only help the healing process but also draw world attention to their continuing persecution.