This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 28 October 2017 to 8 November 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Homilies

• 3 November 2017 – Papal Mass in commemoration of the Cardinals and Bishops deceased during the course of this past year

Speeches

• 28 October 2017 – To the participants in the Conference on International Humanitarian Law
• 4 November 2017 – To managers and staff of the Sixt group

Papal Tweets

• “We are all small and defenceless before the mystery of death, but what a grace if at that moment we keep in our heart the flame of f” @Pontifex 2 November 2017
• “When we pray, we need to have the courage of faith. Have trust that the Lord hears us!” @Pontifex 3 November 2017
• “The Church needs faithful people who proclaim the Gospel with enthusiasm and wisdom, instilling hope and faith.” @Pontifex 4 November 2017
• “Christ was victorious over death. He is our resurrection and our life. Be witnesses to this message of hope.” @Pontifex 5 November 2017
• “War always causes serious damage to the environment. We must not mistreat our common home, but take care of it for future generations.” @Pontifex 6 November 2017
• “Jesus of Nazareth walks at our side and introduces us, by his words and the signs he performs, to the great mystery of the Father’s love.” @Pontifex 7 November 2017
• “Only faith can transform the end of our earthly life into the beginning of eternal life.” @Pontifex 8 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 8 October 2017 to 1 November 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 8 October 2017
• 22 October 2017

General Audiences

• 25 October 2017

Speeches

• 20 October 2017 – To Participants in the Workshop on Changing Relations among Market, State and Civil Society
• 21 October 2017 – To participants in the conference organized by the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelization
• 26 October 2017 – To Representatives of the Church of Scotland
• 28 October 2017 – To the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Community

Papal Tweets

• “The culture of encounter means recognizing that we are all children of God, despite our differences.” @Pontifex 26 October 2017
• “God loves us with a love so rich in mercy that He constantly welcomes us, protects and forgives us.” @Pontifex 27 October 2017
• “Remember the sufferings of every person in your heart. Then bring them all to God in your prayers.” @Pontifex 28 October 2017
• “I invite you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus Christ in order to learn from Him how to love with all your heart.” @Pontifex 29 October 2017
• “Learn from wonder; nurture astonishment. Live, love, believe. And, with the grace of God, never despair.” @Pontifex 30 October 2017
• “May the Virgin Mary help us to take the first step each day in order to build peace in love, justice and truth.” @Pontifex 31 October 2017
• “Dear friends, the world needs saints and we are all called to holiness without exception. Don’t be afraid!” @Pontifex 1 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 12 October 2017 to 25 October 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 15 October 2017

General Audiences

• 18 October 2017

Letters

• 22 October 2017 – Letter of the Holy Father on the occasion the hundredth anniversary of the promulgation of the Apostolic Letter Maximum Illud

Messages

• 12 October 2017 – Message of the Holy Father to Card. Leonardo Sandri to mark the centenary of the foundation of the Pontifical Oriental Institute and the Congregation for Oriental Churches
• 23 October 2017 – Video Message from the Holy Father Francis to young Canadians attending the “Canadian Youth Forum”

Speeches

• 13 October 2017 – To the Special Olympic Athletes participating in the Unified Football Tournament
• 14 October 2017 – To the Vincentian family on the fourth centenary of the Vincentian Charism
• 16 October 2017 – Visit of the Holy Father to the Rome headquarters of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)
• 19 October 2017 – To a Delegation of the World Methodist Council
• 23 October 2017 – To a Delegation from Tel Aviv University
• 23 October 2017 – To His Beatitude Theophilos III Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem

Papal Tweets

• “Let yourself be guided by the tenderness of God so that you may transform the world with your faith.” @Pontifex 19 October 2017
• “Let us bring the flame of Christ’s love to humanity which needs true happiness and peace so much.” @Pontifex 20 October 2017
• “The Church is truly alive if it is maternal and missionary and goes out to meet others.” @Pontifex 21 October 2017
• “On this day, let us remember that the Church is missionary by nature: mission is at the heart of Christian faith. #Missio” @Pontifex 22 October 2017
• “oday, as we remember Saint John Paul II, let us also recall his words: “Do not be afraid! Open wide the doors for Christ!”” @Pontifex 22 October 2017
• “Jesus gave us the light which shines in the darkness. Defend and protect this light: it is the greatest treasure entrusted to you.” @Pontifex 23 October 2017
• “Let us all work together to promote peace among peoples and guarantee respect for human rights.” @Pontifex 24 October 2017
• “Be courageous witnesses to Christ in the places where you live and work.” @Pontifex 25 October 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 21 September 2017 to 18 October 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 1 October 2017

General Audiences

• 4 October 2017
• 11 October 2017

Letters

• 27 September 2017 – Letter of the Holy Father, signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State, to the participants in the Fourth High Level Conference on “Our Ocean, an Ocean for Life” [Malta, 5–6 October 2017]

Messages

• 27 September 2017 – Message of His Holiness Pope Francis to the Vincentian family on the fourth centenary of the Vincentian Charism

Speeches

• 21 September 2017 – To the members of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors
• 1 October 2017 – Pastoral Visit to Cesena and Bologna: Encounter with the world of work, unemployed, representatives of Unindustria, trade unions, the National Confederation of Cooperatives as well as the Cooperative Federation “Legacoop” in Piazza Maggiore (Bologna, 1 October 2017)
• 1 October 2017 – Pastoral Visit to Cesena and Bologna: Encounter with migrants and care workers in the reception centre “Hub regionale” in via Enrico Mattei (Bologna, 1 October 2017)
• 2 October 2017 – To participants in the General Chapter of the Little Sisters of Jesus
• 5 October 2017 – To participants in the General Assembly of the members of the Pontifical Academy for Life
• 11 October 2017 – To participants in the meeting promoted by the Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization
• 13 October 2017 – To a group of faithful from Sri Lanka
• 18 October 2017 – To a Delegation from “Religions for Peace”

Papal Tweets

• “The statue of Our Lady of Aparecida was found by poor workers. May Mary bless all of us, but especially those seeking employment.” @Pontifex 13 October 2017
• “In this centenary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, we thank God for the countless blessings we have received under her protection.” @Pontifex 13 October 2017
• “We are called to defend and safeguard human life, especially in the mother’s womb, in infancy, old age and physical or mental disability.” @Pontifex 14 October 2017
• “Along with the Saints, let the joy and beauty of living the Gospel shine through the witness of our lives.”
• “Ensuring everyone’s right to food and nourishment is an imperative we cannot ignore. It is a right to which there are no exceptions!” @Pontifex 16 October 2017
• “Sharing requires conversion, and this is a challenge. #ZeroHunger” @Pontifex 16 October 2017
• “It is the duty of the human family to help free every single person from poverty and hunger.” @Pontifex 17 October 2017
• “May artists spread the beauty of the faith and proclaim the grandeur of God’s creation and His boundless love for all.” @Pontifex 18 October 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 5 October 2017 to 11 October 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Letters

• 9 October 2017 – Letter of His Holiness Pope Francis to the Bishops of India

Speeches

• 5 October 2017 – To the Delegation of the Church Relations Committee of the United Bible Societies
• 6 October 2017 – To the participants in the Congress on “Child Dignity in the Digital World”

Papal Tweets

• “The mission of schools and teachers is to develop an understanding of all that is true, good and beautiful.” @Pontifex 5 October 2017
• “Let us ensure that the Internet is a safe and richly human place for children: a network that does not entrap them but helps them to grow.” @Pontifex 6 October 2017
• “The Rosary is a synthesis of the mysteries of Christ: we contemplate them with Mary, who allows us to see with her eyes of faith and love.” @Pontifex 7 October 2017
• “When you experience bitterness, put your faith in all those who still work for good: in their humility lies the seed of a new world.” @Pontifex 8 October 2017
• “The search for peace is an open-ended task, a responsibility that never ends and that demands the commitment of everyone.” @Pontifex 9 October 2017
• “God does not disappoint! He has placed hope in our hearts so that it can blossom and bear fruit.” @Pontifex 10 October 2017
• “Like Saint John XXIII, whom we remember today, let us witness to God’s goodness and mercy before the Church and the world.” @Pontifex 11 October 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 24 September 2017 to 4 October 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 24 September 2017

General Audiences

• 27 September 2017

Messages

• 28 September 2017 – Message of the Holy Father, signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State, to the participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Council of European Episcopal Conferences (CCEE) [Minsk, Belarus, 28 September – 1 October 2017]

Papal Tweets

• “Encountering Jesus can give a decisive direction to our life, filling it with meaning.” @Pontifex 28 September 2017
• “Today is the Feast of the Archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. Let us call on them so that we are always reminded of God’s presence.” @Pontifex 29 September 2017
• “I have chosen this theme for World Communications Day 2018: “The truth will set you free” (Jn 8:32). Fake news and journalism for peace.” @Pontifex 29 September 2017
• “In our times we need to pray so much – Christians, Jews, and Muslims – for peace.” @Pontifex 30 September 2017
• “Like Saint Thérèse of the Child Jesus, let us learn from the humility of God who became small for us.” @Pontifex 30 September 2017
• “Our guardian angel is a friend we do not see, but whose presence we feel. He accompanies us on our earthly journey to heaven.” @Pontifex 2 October 2017
• “Only in the silence of prayer can you learn to listen to the voice of God.” @Pontifex 3 October 2017
• “Like Saint Francis of Assisi, let us be transformed by the love of Christ in order to live in simplicity and joy.” @Pontifex 4 October 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 13 September 2017 to 27 September 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Angelus

• 17 September 2017

General Audiences

• 13 September 2017
• 20 September 2017

Speeches

• 22 September 2017 – To the National Directors of Pastoral Care for Migrants of the Catholic Bishops’ Conferences of Europe (CCEE)

Papal Tweets

• “The Gospel invites us first of all to answer to God, who loves us and saves us, and to recognize Him in our neighbor.” @Pontifex 23 September 2017
• “Joy multiplies when you share it!” @Pontifex 24 September 2017
• “Charity is more authentic and incisive when it is lived in communion.” @Pontifex 25 September 2017
• “Let us commit ourselves to a world without nuclear weapons by implementing the Non-Proliferation Treaty to abolish these weapons of death.” @Pontifex 26 September 2017
• “Let us share without fear the journey of migrants and refugees. #ShareJourney” @Pontifex 27 September 2017
• “#ShareJourney” Image @Pontifex 27 September 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 29 August 2017 to 21 September 2017.

The Weekly Francis is a compilation of the Holy Father’s writings, speeches, etc which I also post at Jimmy Akin’s blog.

Letters

• 29 August 2017 – Letter of the Holy Father to the participants in the General Assembly of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart of Jesus on the centenary of the death of Saint Frances Xavier Cabrini, patroness of Migrants [Chicago, 17–23 September 2017]

Motu Proprio

• 3 September 2017 – Apostolic Letter issued motu proprio of the Supreme Pontiff Francis Magnum Principium by which can. 838 of the Code of Canon Law is modified

Speeches

• 16 September 2017 – To participants in the General Chapter of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart

Papal Tweets

• “The Lord does not leave us orphans: we have a Mother, the same one as Jesus. Mary takes care of us and always defends us.” @Pontifex 15 September 2017
• “Global action is needed in order to reduce pollution and at the same time promote development in poorer countries.” @Pontifex 16 September 2017
• “The more Jesus occupies the centre of our lives, the more He allows us to come out of ourselves and brings us closer to others.” @Pontifex 17 September 2017
• “Let us find the courage to purify our hearts by removing the rocks and thorns which choke the Word of God.” @Pontifex 18 September 2017
• “Let us work together to find concrete solutions to help the poor, refugees, victims of modern forms of slavery, in order to promote peace.” @Pontifex 19 September 2017
• “Hope is the virtue of a heart that does not close itself in darkness or remain locked in the past, but looks towards the future.” @Pontifex 20 September 2017
• “I appeal for peace and disarmament: in this world wounded by violence, we need fraternity among peoples.” @Pontifex 21 September 2017

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