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Apr 21, 2025
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ANECDOTE

Pope's Surprising Easter Appearances

  • Pope Francis surprised many by appearing multiple times during Holy Week despite his poor health.
  • On Easter Sunday, he gave the traditional Urbi et Orbi blessing and moved around St. Peter's Square to bless crowds.
INSIGHT

Pope Francis's Political Legacy

  • Pope Francis was politically active, advocating peace and addressing inequality in his Easter messages.
  • He focused on defending the needy and appealing to those in power for peace across conflict zones.
ANECDOTE

Vance's Poignant Meeting With Pope

  • U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance met Pope Francis privately a day before the Pope's death.
  • Vance, a recent Catholic convert, faces challenges reconciling U.S. policies with church views on migration, highlighted during their meeting.
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