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2024 - 9 - 11

Pope Francis: Humility, Masses, and Meeting the World in Singapore!

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Catch the latest scoop on Pope Francis' upcoming visit to Singapore and his message of humility from Timor-Leste! 🌏✨

Pope Francis is set to land in Singapore on September 11, 2024, marking his first visit to this bustling island nation. The 87-year-old pontiff, known for his approachable demeanor and messages of compassion, is expected to share his wisdom about humility and respect for clergy. In a world where titles often beg for reverence, the Pope reminds the clergy that true respect must be earned through actions and humility. It’s a heads-up for everyone, spiritual leaders included, that pedestal living isn't the path to follow.

Prior to his Singapore visit, the Pope wrapped up a whirlwind trip in Timor-Leste, where he celebrated a massive outdoor mass attended by around 600,000 worshippers—almost half of the country's population! Talk about a holy gathering! The atmosphere was electric, filled with joy and faith, and the Pope’s message centered around freedom and mutual respect. Those lucky enough to be present witnessed a heartwarming call to action for young people, urging them to embrace their freedom while also respecting others.

In Singapore, excitement is in the air as various religious communities eagerly await his presence. Leaders from different faiths are hopeful that the Pope’s visit would foster interreligious dialogue and peace. The Roman Catholic Archdiocese is organizing a Papal Mass at the National Stadium, and it promises to be a landmark event drawing crowds from all walks of life. With topics of faith, humility, and community on the agenda, the encounter with Pope Francis is poised to leave an indelible mark on Singapore’s spiritual landscape.

On a lighter note, it’s fascinating to note that Pope Francis’s Asia Pacific expedition covers a staggering 32,000 kilometers! Just imagine the frequent flyer miles! Additionally, he is only the second pope ever to visit Singapore, with Pope John Paul II having made the historic trip 35 years ago. As we await his arrival, it’s not just a religious event; it’s a cultural spectacle that Singapore will remember for years to come!

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Traditional respect for clergy must not be exploited, pope says ... (Detroit Catholic)

DILI, Timor-Leste (CNS) -- In a predominantly Catholic country where clergy are treated with great respect, they must make extra efforts to remain humble ...

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Pope Francis to arrive in Singapore on Sept 11 for three-day state visit (The Straits Times)

The 87-year-old leader of the world's Catholics will be in Singapore for the first time. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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5 things about Pope Francis and his visit to Singapore (CNA)

Pope Francis will travel a total of 32000km in his Asia Pacific trip.

State Visit of His Holiness Pope Francis, 11 to 13 September 2024 (Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore)

Pope Francis will participate in a Papal Mass at the National Stadium organised by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Singapore later in the day. On 13 September ...

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Pope to Timorese youth: Freedom means choosing to respect others (Vatican News)

Pope Francis concludes his three-day visit to Timor-Leste by meeting with young people, and urges them to be responsible and free protagonists of the ...

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Singapore's religious communities anticipate Pope Francis' arrival ... (Vatican News)

Ahead of Pope Francis' arrival in Singapore on Wednesday, several leaders of various faiths have expressed their hopes for peace and interreligious ...

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Pope hosts Timor-Leste mass for more than half a million faithful (CNA)

DILI: Pope Francis hosted a mass for hundreds of thousands of devotees in Timor-Leste on Tuesday (Sep 10), rallying the faithful of the most Catholic ...

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Pope's mass in Timor-Leste draws 600000 worshippers (BBC News)

Some 600,000 people have gathered in a field outside Timor-Leste's capital Dili for one of the biggest masses of Pope Francis's papacy.

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Francis will be only the second pope to visit Singapore, one of the ... (Voice of America)

When Pope Francis arrives Wednesday in Asia's financial powerhouse Singapore for the last leg of a four-nation tour, he is expected to bring his message of ...

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How East Timor's turnout to see Pope Francis compares with other ... (PBS NewsHour)

An estimated 600000 people packed a seaside park in East Timor for Pope Francis' Mass — a figure nearing half of the small Southeast Asian country's ...

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East Timor turns out in force for Mass with Pope Francis (Reuters)

Vatican estimates at least 600,000 attend Mass, nearly half the population · Francis is first pope to visit in 35 years, following John Paul II · East Timor is ...

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Pope lands in Singapore, final stop on grand Asia-Pacific tour (FRANCE 24)

Pope Francis touched down in Singapore Wednesday, the last stop of a four-nation Asia-Pacific trip aimed at boosting the Catholic Church's standing in the ...

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Pope heads to economic power Singapore after a joyous visit to ... (Bay to Bay News)

Pope Francis is welcomed as he arrives at the Centro de Convenções in Díli, East Timor, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024, for a meeting with young people.

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Pope hosts East Timor mass for more than half a million faithful (The Business Times)

Pope Francis hosted a mass for hundreds of thousands of devotees in East Timor on Tuesday (Sep 10), rallying the faithful of the most Catholic country ...

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Traditional respect for clergy in Timor-Leste must not be exploited ... (USCCB)

Pope Francis called on clergy to serve with humility and to spread the "fragrance of the Gospel" during a meeting with bishops, priests, religious and ...

'Viva il Papa': Over 1000 people turn up for arrival of Pope Francis in ... (AsiaOne)

Pope Francis has arrived in Singapore, and over 1000 people travelled to Changi Airport to catch a glimpse of him on Wednesday (Sept 11) afternoon.

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Pope Francis arrives in Singapore, last stop on 12-day tour (Reuters)

Pope Francis arrived in Singapore Wednesday afternoon from East Timor, on the final leg of an ambitious 12-day journey across Southeast Asia and Oceania.

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Pope Francis arrives in Singapore for final leg of Asia-Pacific tour (CNA)

The leader of the Vatican City is in Singapore for a three-day visit, the first by a pope here since 1986.

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APOSTOLIC JOURNEY - Pope in East Timor: excerpts from the ... (Agenzia Fides)

Dili (Agenzia Fides) - The Timorese leg of his apostolic journey to Asia and Oceania is coming to an end. But before flying to Singapore, the Pope, ...

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Pope lands in Singapore, final stop on grand Asia-Pacific tour - Asia ... (Jakarta Post)

The 87-year-old pontiff has defied doubts about his health during a journey that has taken him from a Jakarta grand mosque to a remote jungle of Papua New ...

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Pope lands in Singapore, last stage of his Asia-Pacific trip (USCCB)

Pope Francis arrived in Singapore, transitioning from Timor-Leste, one of the poorest countries, to one of the richest, where he was greeted by local ...

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Pope Francis arrives in Singapore for 3-day state visit (The Business Times)

POPE Francis, the head of the worldwide Roman Catholic Church, arrived in Singapore for a three-day state visit on Wednesday (Sep 11), the final stop of his ...

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Pope's visit to Timor-Leste a 'dream come true' (Vatican News)

By Joseph Tulloch in Rome and Linda Bordoni in Dili. On Wednesday morning, Pope Francis met with a group of young people in Dili, Timor-Leste, ...

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Cardinal Da Silva: Pope's visit to Timor-Leste was a celebration of ... (Vatican News)

At the conclusion of Pope Francis' Apostolic Visit to Timor-Leste, Cardinal Virgilio Do Carma Da Silva of Dili offers Vatican News a review of the ...

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Pope lands in Singapore, last stage of his Asia-Pacific trip - Detroit ... (Detroit Catholic)

SINGAPORE (CNS) -- Arriving in Singapore from Timor-Leste, Pope Francis made the biggest transition of his 12-day trip to Asia and the Pacific, ...

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Pope discusses prayer and vocation with Jesuits in Singapore (Vatican News)

On the first day of his Apostolic Journey to Singapore, Pope Francis' only appointment was a "warm and fraternal" meeting with his Jesuit brothers ...

Watch: Pope Francis arrives in Singapore for 3-day state visit (The Straits Times)

SINGAPORE – Pope Francis, the head of the worldwide Roman Catholic Church, is on his way to Singapore, the final stop of his tour of Asia.

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Pope Francis commends Singapore's policies supporting the ... (CNA)

Pope Francis also highlighted the risk of focusing solely on pragmatism or "placing merit above all things", consequently excluding the marginalised from ...

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Pope Francis commends Singapore's inclusiveness, efforts to ... (The Straits Times)

Pope Francis gave the State Address at the National University of Singapore's University Cultural Centre (UCC) on Sept 12, 2024. ST PHOTO: JASON QUAH.

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Pope: Singapore is a shining light of what humanity can achieve (Vatican News)

Addressing Singapore's authorities, civil society and members of the diplomatic corps, Pope Francis praises Singapore's growth, resilience, and ...

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Pope Francis calls on President Tharman, meets PM Wong after ... (The Straits Times)

Cabinet ministers, MPs, government officials and members of the diplomatic corps were also present. Read more at straitstimes.com.

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