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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 2 December 2017 to 20 December 2017.

Speeches

• 2 December 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Myanmar and Bangladesh: Press Conference on the return flight from Bangladesh
• 14 December 2017 – Address to New Non-Resident Ambassadors accredited to the Holy See

Papal Tweets

• “I encourage all of you to live the joy of your mission by witnessing to the Gospel wherever you are called to live and work.” @Pontifex 14 December 2017
• “Even if there were no one else left to remember us, Jesus would always be there at our side.” @Pontifex 15 December 2017
• “We become holy when we work for others. When we do so, we continue the creative action of God in history.” @Pontifex 16 December 2017
• “May the Lord grant us the wisdom to seek that which is worthwhile and to love, not with our words but with our actions.” @Pontifex 17 December 2017
• “Every stranger that knocks at our door is an opportunity to meet Jesus Christ.” @Pontifex 18 December 2017
• “Go out to meet Jesus, spend time with Him in prayer, and entrust your whole life to His merciful love.” @Pontifex 19 December 2017
• “Heaven doesn’t value what you have, but what you give.” @Pontifex 20 December 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 26 November 2017 to 13 December 2017.

Angelus

• 3 December 2017

General Audiences

• 6 December 2017

Messages

• 26 November 2017 – 26th World Day of the Sick 2018

Speeches

• 7 December 2017 – To a Delegation of the Taiwan National Council of Churches
• 7 December 2017 – To a Delegation of the Lutheran World Federation

Papal Tweets

• “May the Virgin Mary always be our refuge, our consolation, and the way that leads to Christ.” @Pontifex 8 December 2017
• “We must fight corruption with determination. It is an evil based on the worship of money and it offends human dignity.” @Pontifex 9 December 2017
• “Political activity must truly be conducted at the service of the human person, with respect for creation and for the common good.” @Pontifex 10 December 2017
• “We ask for the grace to make our faith more and more operative through acts of charity.” @Pontifex 11 December 2017
• “Thank you for following @Pontifex which turns five years old today. May social media always be spaces that are rich in humanity!” @Pontifex 12 December 2017
• “Christians are called to work concretely in the realities of this world, illuminating them with the light that comes from God.” @Pontifex 13 December 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 7 November 2017 to 6 December 2017.

Angelus

• 19 November 2017
• 26 November 2017

General Audiences

• 22 November 2017

Homilies

• 30 November 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Myanmar: Holy Mass with the youth in St Mary’s Cathedral (Yangon, 30 November 2017)
• 1 December 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Bangladesh: Holy Mass and priestly ordination in Suhrawardy Udyan Park (Dhaka, 1 December 2017)

Messages

• 7 November 2017 – Message of the Holy Father to the participants in the 23rd session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP23) [Bonn, 6–17 November]
• 30 November 2017 – Message of Pope Francis to His Holiness Bartholomew I on the occasion of the Feast of Saint Andrew, Patron Saint of the Ecumenical Patriachate [Istanbul, 28 November – 1 December 2017]
• 3 December 2017 – Message of His Holiness Pope Francis for the 2018 World Day of Vocations

Speeches

• 19 November 2017 – Address of the Holy Father on the occasion of the lunch with the poor
• 30 November 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Bangladesh: Meeting with Government and Civil Authorities and the Diplomatic Corps in the President House (Dhaka, 30 November 2017)
• 1 December 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Bangladesh: Ecumenical and Interreligious Meeting for Peace in the garden of the Archbishop’s Residence (Dhaka, 1 December 2017)
• 1 December 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Bangladesh: Meeting with the Bishops of Bangladesh in the Home for elderly priests (Dhaka, 1 December 2017)
• 2 December 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Bangladesh: Meeting with Priests, Religious and Consecrated Men and Women, Seminarians and Novices in the Holy Rosary Church (Dhaka, 2 December 2017)
• 6 December 2017 – To a Palestinian Delegation, hosted by the Pontifical Council for Interreligious Dialogue

Papal Tweets

• “The most holy name of God can never be invoked to justify hatred and violence against other human beings.” @Pontifex 30 November 2017
• “How much openness is needed to welcome people who feel alone and confused as they search for a meaning in life!” @Pontifex 1 December 2017
• “May the wisdom of God help us to know how to welcome and accept those who think and act differently from us.” @Pontifex 2 December 2017
• “Dear friends in Myanmar and Bangladesh, thank you for your welcome! Upon you I invoke divine blessings of harmony and peace.” @Pontifex 2 December 2017
• “Every person is unique and unrepeatable. Let us ensure the disabled are always welcomed by the communities in which they live.” @Pontifex 3 December 2017
• “Faith becomes tangible when it finds its expression in love and, especially, in the service of our brothers and sisters in difficulty.” @Pontifex 4 December 2017
• “We are all beggars before the love of God, a love that gives meaning to our existence and that offers us eternal life.” @Pontifex 5 December 2017
• “No child of God can be discarded in His eyes. He entrusts a mission to each one of us.” @Pontifex 6 December 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 13 November 2017 to 29 November 2017.

Homilies

• 23 November 2017 – Prayer for Peace in South Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo
• 29 November 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Myanmar: Holy Mass in the Kyaikkasan Ground (Yangon, 29 November 2017)

Messages

• 13 November 2017 – 51st World Day of Peace 2018: migrants and refugees – men and women in search of peace

Speeches

• 24 November 2017 – To members of the Joint Commission for Theological Dialogue between the Catholic Church and the Assyrian Church of the East
• 28 November 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Myanmar: Meeting with Authorities, the Civil Society and the Diplomatic Corps in the International Convention Centre (Nay Pyi Taw, 28 November 2017)
• 29 November 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Myanmar: Meeting with the Bishops of Myanmar in a hall of St Mary’s Cathedral (Yangon, 29 November 2017)
• 29 November 2017 – Apostolic Journey to Myanmar: Meeting with the Supreme “Sangha” Council of Buddhist Monks in Kaba Aye Centre (Yangon, 29 November 2017)

Papal Tweets

• “At the end of time, when the Lord comes to meet us, our joy will be immense. We live in anticipation of this encounter!” @Pontifex 23 November 2017
• “As I prepare to visit Myanmar and Bangladesh, I wish to send a message of greeting and friendship to everyone. I can’t wait to meet you!” @Pontifex 25 November 2017
• “Let us look to Jesus today and say to Him in our hearts: ”Remember me, Lord, now that you are in your Kingdom!”” @Pontifex 26 November 2017
• “I want my visit to embrace all the people of Myanmar and to encourage the building of an inclusive society.” @Pontifex 28 November 2017
• “The love of Christ is like a “spiritual GPS” that guides us unerringly towards God and towards the heart of our neighbor.” @Pontifex 29 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 7 November 2017 to 22 November 2017.

Angelus

• 12 November 2017

General Audiences

• 15 November 2017

Homilies

• 19 November 2017 – World Day of the Poor: Holy Mass

Messages

• 7 November 2017 – Message to the participants in the European Regional Meeting of the World Medical Association
• 11 November 2017 – Video message of the Holy Father to participants in the 3rd International Symposium on the Apostolic Exhortation “Amoris laetitia”, organized by the National Office for the Pastoral Care of the Family
• 18 November 2017 – Message of the Holy Father to the participants in the 32nd International Conference on the theme: “Addressing Global Health Inequalities” [New Synod Hall, 16–18 November 2017]

Papal Tweets

• “We need to encounter the poor and learn how to share so that it becomes a way of life.” @Pontifex 17 November 2017
• “Without the support of the prayers of the faithful, the Successor of Peter cannot fulfill his mission in the world. I am counting on you to” @Pontifex 18 November 2017
• “On this day, I invite the entire Church to keep its gaze fixed on those who hold out their hands asking for our solidarity.” @Pontifex 19 November 2017
• “Let us work together to ensure that children continue to smile: their faces serene, filled with joy and hope. #WorldChildrensDay” @Pontifex 20 November 2017
• “May Mary’s pure and simple smile be a source of joy for each one of us as we face life’s difficulties.” @Pontifex 21 November 2017
• “When we encounter others, do we bring them the warmth of charity or do we stay closed up and warm only ourselves before our fireplace?” @Pontifex 22 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 14 September 2017 to 16 November 2017.

Angelus

• 29 October 2017
• 1 November 2017
• 5 November 2017

General Audiences

• 8 November 2017

Homilies

• 2 November 2017 – Commemoration of all the faithful departed

Prayers

• 2 November 2017 – Prayer at the “Fosse Ardeatine Memorial” (2. November 2017)

Speeches

• 14 September 2017 – To the bishops ordained over the past year
• 23 September 2017 – To the participants in the General Chapter of the Order of Cistercians of the Strict Observance
• 4 November 2017 – To the members of the International Federation of Catholic Universities
• 10 November 2017 – To Participants in the International Symposium “Prospects for a World Free of Nuclear Weapons and for Integral Disarmament”
• 11 November 2017 – To the Pacific Islands Forum Leaders

Papal Tweets

• “May a culture of encounter always be promoted that is able to bring down the walls which still divide the world.” @Pontifex 9 November 2017
• “Science expresses its full dignity when it serves the integral development of the person and the human family.” @Pontifex 10 November 2017
• “Let us remember in our prayers all those who, with dedication and spirit of sacrifice, care for those who are ill.” @Pontifex 11 November 2017
• “We cannot change the world alone, but together we can spread the joy of the Gospel by staying close to those most in need.” @Pontifex 12 November 2017
• “A Christian can never be a pessimist!” @Pontifex 13 November 2017
• “Nothing and nobody can block the light that Christ puts in our hearts and on the face of His friends.” @Pontifex 14 November 2017
• “Faith is a great life companion, allowing us to feel the presence of a Father who never leaves His creatures alone.” @Pontifex 15 November 2017
• “Poverty is not an accident. It has causes that must be recognized and removed for the good of so many of our brothers and sisters.” @Pontifex 16 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 28 October 2017 to 8 November 2017.

Homilies

• 3 November 2017 – Papal Mass in commemoration of the Cardinals and Bishops deceased during the course of this past year

Speeches

• 28 October 2017 – To the participants in the Conference on International Humanitarian Law
• 4 November 2017 – To managers and staff of the Sixt group

Papal Tweets

• “We are all small and defenceless before the mystery of death, but what a grace if at that moment we keep in our heart the flame of f” @Pontifex 2 November 2017
• “When we pray, we need to have the courage of faith. Have trust that the Lord hears us!” @Pontifex 3 November 2017
• “The Church needs faithful people who proclaim the Gospel with enthusiasm and wisdom, instilling hope and faith.” @Pontifex 4 November 2017
• “Christ was victorious over death. He is our resurrection and our life. Be witnesses to this message of hope.” @Pontifex 5 November 2017
• “War always causes serious damage to the environment. We must not mistreat our common home, but take care of it for future generations.” @Pontifex 6 November 2017
• “Jesus of Nazareth walks at our side and introduces us, by his words and the signs he performs, to the great mystery of the Father’s love.” @Pontifex 7 November 2017
• “Only faith can transform the end of our earthly life into the beginning of eternal life.” @Pontifex 8 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 8 October 2017 to 1 November 2017.

Angelus

• 8 October 2017
• 22 October 2017

General Audiences

• 25 October 2017

Speeches

• 20 October 2017 – To Participants in the Workshop on Changing Relations among Market, State and Civil Society
• 21 October 2017 – To participants in the conference organized by the Pontifical Council for Promoting New Evangelization
• 26 October 2017 – To Representatives of the Church of Scotland
• 28 October 2017 – To the Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Community

Papal Tweets

• “The culture of encounter means recognizing that we are all children of God, despite our differences.” @Pontifex 26 October 2017
• “God loves us with a love so rich in mercy that He constantly welcomes us, protects and forgives us.” @Pontifex 27 October 2017
• “Remember the sufferings of every person in your heart. Then bring them all to God in your prayers.” @Pontifex 28 October 2017
• “I invite you to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus Christ in order to learn from Him how to love with all your heart.” @Pontifex 29 October 2017
• “Learn from wonder; nurture astonishment. Live, love, believe. And, with the grace of God, never despair.” @Pontifex 30 October 2017
• “May the Virgin Mary help us to take the first step each day in order to build peace in love, justice and truth.” @Pontifex 31 October 2017
• “Dear friends, the world needs saints and we are all called to holiness without exception. Don’t be afraid!” @Pontifex 1 November 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 12 October 2017 to 25 October 2017.

Angelus

• 15 October 2017

General Audiences

• 18 October 2017

Letters

• 22 October 2017 – Letter of the Holy Father on the occasion the hundredth anniversary of the promulgation of the Apostolic Letter Maximum Illud

Messages

• 12 October 2017 – Message of the Holy Father to Card. Leonardo Sandri to mark the centenary of the foundation of the Pontifical Oriental Institute and the Congregation for Oriental Churches
• 23 October 2017 – Video Message from the Holy Father Francis to young Canadians attending the “Canadian Youth Forum”

Speeches

• 13 October 2017 – To the Special Olympic Athletes participating in the Unified Football Tournament
• 14 October 2017 – To the Vincentian family on the fourth centenary of the Vincentian Charism
• 16 October 2017 – Visit of the Holy Father to the Rome headquarters of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)
• 19 October 2017 – To a Delegation of the World Methodist Council
• 23 October 2017 – To a Delegation from Tel Aviv University
• 23 October 2017 – To His Beatitude Theophilos III Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem

Papal Tweets

• “Let yourself be guided by the tenderness of God so that you may transform the world with your faith.” @Pontifex 19 October 2017
• “Let us bring the flame of Christ’s love to humanity which needs true happiness and peace so much.” @Pontifex 20 October 2017
• “The Church is truly alive if it is maternal and missionary and goes out to meet others.” @Pontifex 21 October 2017
• “On this day, let us remember that the Church is missionary by nature: mission is at the heart of Christian faith. #Missio” @Pontifex 22 October 2017
• “oday, as we remember Saint John Paul II, let us also recall his words: “Do not be afraid! Open wide the doors for Christ!”” @Pontifex 22 October 2017
• “Jesus gave us the light which shines in the darkness. Defend and protect this light: it is the greatest treasure entrusted to you.” @Pontifex 23 October 2017
• “Let us all work together to promote peace among peoples and guarantee respect for human rights.” @Pontifex 24 October 2017
• “Be courageous witnesses to Christ in the places where you live and work.” @Pontifex 25 October 2017

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This version of The Weekly Francis covers material released in the last week from 21 September 2017 to 18 October 2017.

Angelus

• 1 October 2017

General Audiences

• 4 October 2017
• 11 October 2017

Letters

• 27 September 2017 – Letter of the Holy Father, signed by the Cardinal Secretary of State, to the participants in the Fourth High Level Conference on “Our Ocean, an Ocean for Life” [Malta, 5–6 October 2017]

Messages

• 27 September 2017 – Message of His Holiness Pope Francis to the Vincentian family on the fourth centenary of the Vincentian Charism

Speeches

• 21 September 2017 – To the members of the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors
• 1 October 2017 – Pastoral Visit to Cesena and Bologna: Encounter with the world of work, unemployed, representatives of Unindustria, trade unions, the National Confederation of Cooperatives as well as the Cooperative Federation “Legacoop” in Piazza Maggiore (Bologna, 1 October 2017)
• 1 October 2017 – Pastoral Visit to Cesena and Bologna: Encounter with migrants and care workers in the reception centre “Hub regionale” in via Enrico Mattei (Bologna, 1 October 2017)
• 2 October 2017 – To participants in the General Chapter of the Little Sisters of Jesus
• 5 October 2017 – To participants in the General Assembly of the members of the Pontifical Academy for Life
• 11 October 2017 – To participants in the meeting promoted by the Pontifical Council for Promoting the New Evangelization
• 13 October 2017 – To a group of faithful from Sri Lanka
• 18 October 2017 – To a Delegation from “Religions for Peace”

Papal Tweets

• “The statue of Our Lady of Aparecida was found by poor workers. May Mary bless all of us, but especially those seeking employment.” @Pontifex 13 October 2017
• “In this centenary of the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima, we thank God for the countless blessings we have received under her protection.” @Pontifex 13 October 2017
• “We are called to defend and safeguard human life, especially in the mother’s womb, in infancy, old age and physical or mental disability.” @Pontifex 14 October 2017
• “Along with the Saints, let the joy and beauty of living the Gospel shine through the witness of our lives.” @Pontifex 15 October 2017
• “Ensuring everyone’s right to food and nourishment is an imperative we cannot ignore. It is a right to which there are no exceptions!” @Pontifex 16 October 2017
• “Sharing requires conversion, and this is a challenge. #ZeroHunger” @Pontifex 16 October 2017
• “It is the duty of the human family to help free every single person from poverty and hunger.” @Pontifex 17 October 2017
• “May artists spread the beauty of the faith and proclaim the grandeur of God’s creation and His boundless love for all.” @Pontifex 18 October 2017

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