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August 29, 2021 Catholic News Agency 5

Pope Francis at the general audience on Aug. 18, 2021. / Vatican Media

Rome, Italy, Aug 30, 2021 / 00:00 am (CNA).
Despite ongoing rumors, there is no confirmation that Pope Francis is drafting a document that defines the role and tasks of a Pop… […]

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