Hundreds of red caps were waiting for Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square. The children from Genoa were only a small part of the crowd waiting for the pope to pray the Regina Caeli. And he made sure to greet them.
And now, I'd like to wish a good Sunday to the children of Genoa.
In his address, the Pope prayed for peace in countries facing violence and conflict.
POPE FRANCIS
I renew my appeal for a general exchange of all prisoners between Russia and Ukraine, affirming the readiness of the Holy See to facilitate all efforts in this regard, especially for those seriously wounded and ill.
Pope Francis also extended a special message to mothers—on the day many countries dedicate to them.
POPE FRANCIS
We reflect with gratitude on all mothers, and let us also pray for mothers who have gone to heaven.
And he called for a special round of applause to celebrate them.
And to all mothers a big aplause.
The Pope also extended a greeting to all the pilgrims in St. Peter's Square, especially to the bands from Austria and Germany. He said these musicians pay homage to the memory of Pope Benedict VXI.
They sound good. Thank you.
The Pope thanked the participants of the exhibition, “Changes,” located in Bernini's colonnade. It features a series of photographs by artists from around the world depicting the verses of the Canticle of the Creatures by St. Francis of Assisi.
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