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Everyone Faces Temptation, But Jesus Is Always Close By, Pope Says
Temptation — a constant in spiritual life — is an opportunity for Christians to remember that Jesus is close to them, supports them and lifts them up when they fall, Pope Francis said.
Pope: Diversity In The Church Must Be Embraced, Not Feared
"You don't have to be afraid of the diversity of charisms in the church," the pope said in a video released Jan. 2, sharing his prayer intention for the month of January: "For the gift of diversity in the church."
Church And World Must ‘Respect, Defend, Esteem’ Women, Pope Says
The world and the Catholic Church must respect and defend women and foster a motherly care for others to end dehumanizing cycles of violence, Pope Francis said.