Taiwanese temple delegation to meet Pope Francis
Tsai Yung-te, the temple's chair, departed for Rome on Thursday evening.
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Pope Francis reflects on Singapore and the Asia-Pacific trip during flight home
The press conference took place mid-flight on the Airbus A350-900, approximately 10 kilometers above ground. The atmosphere on the plane was charged with activity as Vatican-accredited media personnel prepared for the session, deploying audio equipment to ensure clear communication despite the aircraft’s noise.
Pope Francis celebrates mass in Singapore, delivers homily to 50,000
In his homily, Pope Francis emphasized themes of unity and peace, urging attendees to foster harmony in their lives and communities. He spoke of the importance of solidarity and compassion in a rapidly changing world, encouraging individuals to reflect on their roles in building a more inclusive society. His message resonated deeply with the diverse audience, which included a wide cross-section of Singapore's Catholic population as well as visitors from neighboring regions.
Pope Francis arrives in Singapore for final leg of Southeast Asia tour
During his two-night stay in the city-state, Francis will deliver a speech to political leaders, potentially addressing issues such as wealth inequality and climate change. Singapore, a global financial hub with a population of 5.92 million, is predominantly Buddhist (31%), with about 210,000 Catholics. The Vatican is expected to have approximately 55,000 attendees at a Mass celebrated by the Pope, including many from Hong Kong.