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[Photo Gallery] Pope Francis Appears in Public Again: Goes to Confession and Crosses the Holy Door of Saint Peter’s Basilica

Before greetings the pilgrims and faithful gathered in the Square, to whom he expressed his gratitude, Pope Francis received the Sacrament of Reconciliation in Saint Peter’s Basilica, recollected himself in prayer and crossed the Holy Door. The Holy Father prepared the homily for this Sunday but it was read by someone else.

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New technologies become a topic of prayer (and concern) for the Pope: here we explain it

In the video illustrating his prayer intention for the month of April, the Pope asks that we pray “that the use of the new technologies will not replace human relationships, will respect the dignity of the person, and will help us face the crises of our times.” Pope Francis advocates putting technology at the service of every person, especially the weakest, and for taking care of the earth. “Something’s wrong if we spend more time on our cell phones than with people.”