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Vatican News: Peace Mission in Ukraine, Pope in Mongolia & Pope’s worldwide plan revive the family

Welcome to this week’s Vaticano Updates, where we bring you the latest news from Pope Francis and the Vatican. In this episode:

Pope Francis’ prayer intention for June focuses on the abolition of torture. Join us as we explore his message and the importance of supporting victims and their families. 

Cardinal Matteo Zuppi arrives in Ukraine as a Vatican peace envoy, working towards a just peace and easing tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Discover more about his mission and the efforts to initiate paths of peace. 

Learn about the “Family Global Compact,” a project supported by Pope Francis, aimed at enhancing interdisciplinary research on family, marriage, and childbearing. We delve into the challenges faced by families today and the proposed solutions. 

The Pope offers prayers for the victims of a tragic train crash in India, expressing his condolences and calling for heavenly comfort for the deceased and their families. Find out more about the circumstances surrounding the accident. 

Get a sneak peek into Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to Mongolia, where he will become the first pope to set foot in this sparsely populated country. Join us as we anticipate this historic visit and its significance for the Catholic community in Mongolia. 

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