Pope Francis Urges Venezuelan Governors to Engage in Dialogue

Francis Emphasizes the Importance of Seeking Peace and Resolving Conflicts Through Dialogue

Rome, September 13 (EuropaPress).- Pope Francis has urged Venezuelan governors to engage in dialogue, emphasizing the importance of seeking peace and resolving conflicts through dialogue.

Francis was asked on the plane returning from his tour of Asia and Oceania about the political situation in Venezuela in the face of allegations of fraud in the presidential elections on July 28. “The message I am giving to the governors is dialogue and making peace,” he pointed out.

Francis Denounces Dictatorships and War

Francis also denounced dictatorships, stating that they are “useless and end badly, sooner or later.” He also expressed his concerns about the war in Gaza, saying that “there are no steps being taken for peace” and that “war is always a defeat.”

Francis Condemns Abortion

Francis condemned abortion, stating that it “kills a human being” and that “science shows that just one month after conception, the fetus has all the organs of the human body.” He emphasized that the Church does not allow abortion because it “kills, it’s murder, it’s murder, and we have to be clear about this.”

Francis’ Trip to Asia and Oceania

Francis returned to Rome this Friday from a trip through Asia and Oceania between September 2 and 13 that took him to Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, East Timor, and Singapore. The 12-day trip represented the longest international trip of his 11 years of papacy.

Francis on China and the Vatican

Francis expressed his satisfaction with the dialogue between the Vatican and China, stating that the results are “good” and that they are working with “good will” on the appointment of bishops. He also emphasized that China is a “dream” for him and that he would like to visit the country.

Francis on Sexual Abuse in the Church

Francis spoke about cases of sexual abuse within the Church, stating that it is a “very painful and very fragile” issue. He emphasized that public sins must be condemned and that all forms of abuse seek to destroy the dignity of the person.