Franciszek he addressed the Polish pilgrims who participated in the audience in St. Peter's Square in Vatican. Pope noticed their presence and greeted our compatriots warmly.
– Saturday is the 10th anniversary of canonization Saint John Paul II – Franciszek recalled at the beginning.
Vatican. Pope Francis greeted Polish pilgrims. He recalled John Paul II
The Pope emphasized that the fate of the Pope from Poland is a very good example to Catholics. – Looking at his life, we see what a person can achieve when he accepts and develops God's gifts: faith, hope and love – he declared.
– Stay true to his legacy. Promote life and do not be deceived by the culture of death – Francis appealed to the pilgrims and added: “through his intercession, let us ask God for the gift of peace for whichn as a pope he tried so hard.”
At the end of his speech, he “heartily blessed” the faithful gathered in the square.
It is next Saturday, April 27th 10th anniversary of the canonization of Saint John Paul II. According to Vatican News, on this occasion in the Basilica of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican will hold a solemn mass. The liturgy will start at 17, and he will preside over it kardynał John the Baptist King – dean of the College of Cardinals.
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