While advocating social justice and environmentalism, the pontiff reiterates support for traditional family values.
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Pope Francis thrills admirers, wades into controversies in first full day in the U.S.
He meets with President Obama and bishops, canonizes a saint and celebrates Mass while addressing immigration, global warming and religious rights.
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Notes from Day 2 of Pope Francis’ U.S. visit
Girl, 5, gets papal kiss, requests blessing for immigration reform A 5-year-old girl in a brilliantly colored dress and braids who was handed up to Pope Francis for a blessing during a parade in Washington on Wednesday morning asked the pontiff to give his blessing to immigration reform and push lawmakers to act. Sophie Cruz […]
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Anonymous donor, inspired by pope, gives $60,000 to build home for Somali family
The donation to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland will pay for construction of a home in Scarborough.
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Pope Francis canonizes 18th-century missionary in Mass attended by thousands
The sainthood of Junipero Serra is controversial because many Native Americans say he enslaved converts as he established missions in what is now California.
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Pope Francis urges action on climate change, immigration, inequality
People line the streets of Washington as the pope greets spectators, and later in the day Francis canonizes Junipero Serra, the 18th century friar who brought the Catholic faith to California.
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Notes from the U.S. visit of Pope Francis
Guest list for White House visit stirs controversy With the pope’s arrival Tuesday, there has been a simmering controversy over the Obama administration’s guest list for his visit to the White House. On Monday, Republican presidential hopeful Mike Huckabee waded into the debate with a tweet that said: “Classless decision by POTUS to transform Pontifex […]
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Brian Williams returns to MSNBC to cover pope’s visit
It’s his first day back at work following his suspension from NBC News and demotion for misleading viewers about his role in news stories.
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Cheers, anticipation as Pope Francis arrives for U.S. visit
The pope receives red-carpet treatment at Andrews Air Force Base, where he’s greeted by President Obama and his family, a rare gesture of respect.
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Notable moments between popes and U.S. presidents: Vignettes
Some memorable tidbits include matters of gifts, protocol and behavior.