During his long and fruitful pontificate, St. John Paul II embraced the entire world, which stands yet again in need of his blessing, Cardinal Pietro Parolin said.

Father Marko Rupnik, a well-known priest and artist, has been accused of sexually, spiritually and psychologically abusing more than 20 women.

“If (President Donald) Trump’s wishes come true, it could happen in the future that pastoral care in Greenland would be offered from some American diocese, which would mean I would lose my dream job here,” Father Tomaž Majcen said.

“Having a sensory room in a place of worship is probably more important than anywhere else because everyone should feel welcome in their faith.”

Pope Francis is “in good humor” and “receives much affection” from people worldwide, the Vatican spokesman said on April 1.