The Allure of Goodness and Love: Pope Francis in the United States Complete Texts

by Pope Francis

Overview

During his historic visit to the United States in October 2015, Pope Francis encouraged the nation’s bishops to avoid harsh and divisive language, reminding instead that “only the enduring allure of goodness and love remains truly convincing.” These words provide as fine a summary of the Holy Father’s visit (and of Jorge Bergoglio’s papal ministry) as will be found anywhere. In Washington, New York, and Philadelphia, Pope Francis touched the hearts and consciences of Catholics, as well as people of all faiths or no faith, by the power of his gentle witness.
The many addresses and homilies offered by the Pope were more than anyone could digest in a few short days. This handy volume gathers all of these texts in a single, inexpensive resource, making them accessible for reflection, study, or prayer by individuals or groups. Included here are his
• homily for canonization of St. Junípero Serra
• address to the Joint Session of Congress
• greeting to a group of homeless people in New York City
• address to the United Nations General Assembly
• prayer at Ground Zero
• extemporaneous address at the Festival of Families
• words to victims of sexual abuse
• address to inmates at a Philadelphia prison
• and much more.
This book will serve as a powerful reminder to any reader of “the allure of goodness and love” that America experienced through the presence of Pope Francis.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780814646946
Publisher:	Liturgical Press
Publication date:	01/05/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	122
File size:	667 KB

About the Author

Jorge Mario Bergoglio was the archbishop of Buenos Aires from 1998 until his election as pope in 2013. As pope, he has proclaimed a gospel of joy, peace, and care for the poor, while leading reforms within the Vatican and beyond. His spiritual and moral leadership has become widely respected well beyond the confines of the Catholic Church.

Table of Contents

Washington, DC September 23-24, 2015

1 Welcoming Ceremony South Lawn of the White House 3

2 Meeting with the Bishops of the United States of America Cathedral of Saint Matthew 6

3 Holy Mass and Canonization of Blessed Fr. Junipero Serra National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception 16

4 Visit to the Joint Session of the United States Congress United States Capitol 20

5 Visit to the Charitable Center of St. Patrick Parish and Meeting with the Homeless St. Patrick in the City 30

New York City September 24-25, 2015

6 Vespers with Priests and Religious St. Patrick's Cathedral 37

7 Meeting with the Personnel of the United Nations United Nations Headquarters 41

8 Meeting with the Members of the General Assembly of the United Nations Organization United Nations Headquarters 43

9 Interreligious Meeting Ground Zero Memorial 54

10 Prayer of Remembrance of His Holiness Pope Francis Ground Zero Memorial 57

11 Meeting with Children and Immigrant Families Our Lady, Queen of Angels School 60

12 Holy Mass Madison Square Garden 63

Philadelphia September 26-27, 2015

13 Holy Mass with Bishops, Clergy and Religious of Pennsylvania Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul 69

14 Meeting for Religious Liberty with the Hispanic Community and Other Immigrants Independence Mall 72

15 Prayer Vigil for the Festival of Families Benjamin Franklin Parkway 77

16 Meeting with Victims of Sexual Abuse St. Charles Borromeo Seminary 84

17 Meeting with Bishops Taking Part in the World Meeting of Families St. Charles Borromeo Seminary 86

18 Visit to Detainees Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility 93

19 Closing Mass of the Eighth World Meeting of Families Benjamin Franklin Parkway 96

Postscript September 27, 2015

20 In-Flight Press Conference Papal Flight 103