ANGELUS POPE FRANCIS
Saint Peter's Square
Sunday, 29 May 2016
At the end of this celebration, I wish to extend
a special greeting to you, dear deacons, who have come from Italy and other
countries. Thanks for your presence here today, but most of all, your presence
in the Church!
I greet all the pilgrims, in particular those from the
European Association of Schützen historians; participants in the “Way of
Forgiveness” promoted by the Celestiniano Movement; and the National
Association for the Protection of Renewable Energy, committed to educating
others to care for creation.
I also remember that today marks the National Day of
Relief, aimed at helping people to live the final stage of their earthly
existence well. I also remember the traditional pilgrimage to the Marian Shrine
of Piekary in Poland, that is brought to completion today: May the Mother of
Mercy support families and young people on their way to the World Youth Day in
Krakow.
Next Wednesday, 1 June, on the occasion of
International Children’s Day, the Christian communities of Syria, both Catholic
and Orthodox, together will raise a special prayer for peace, which will have
children themselves as its protagonists. The Syrian children invite children
from around the world to join their prayer for peace.
For these intentions, let us invoke the intercession
of the Virgin Mary, as we entrust to her the life and ministry of all the
deacons in the world.
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