The following is the prepared text of Pope Francis' address before the World Meeting of the Popular Movements:Good afternoon!Several months ago, we met in Rome, and I remember that first meeting. In the meantime I have kept you in my thoughts and prayers. I am happy to see you again, here,

In St. Peter’s Basilica during the Communal Penance Service Pope Francis announced this afternoon, March 13, 2015, the celebration of an “extraordinary Holy Year.” This “Jubilee of Mercy” will commence with the opening of the Holy Door in St. Peter’s on the Solemn