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Pope Francis blesses homes in unexpected visit
May 21, 2017
The Holy Father startled residents of Ostia, who had been expecting a parish priest
Pope Francis greets children at centre for the blind
April 01, 2017
Holy Father continues 'Mercy Friday' visits after Year of Mercy
Pope Francis reflects on Year of Mercy in television interview
November 21, 2016
The Pontiff said the Year of Mercy affirmed dignity and sacredness of human life
Pope Francis makes surprise visit to women rescued from prostitution
August 13, 2016
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March 01, 2016
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