Pope ‌Francis Emphasized Listening in Youth Dialog; cardinal‍ Parolin leads ⁣Memorial⁤ Mass

VATICAN CITY (AP) — A video released by ⁢the‌ Italian weekly Today features Pope Francis ⁤stressing the importance ‌of listening during a ‌dialogue with young ⁤people. ⁢The discussion, filmed Jan.8, was part of the Adolescent Jubilee events in Rome.

Pope’s Message to Youth: Listen First

In ⁢the video, Pope Francis advised⁢ young people to⁣ truly⁢ listen ​to others. “A very important thing in life is listening, learning to listen. When a person speaks ​to you,wait for him ‍to end up understanding⁢ it well.And then, if you want, say something. But listening is critically important,” the⁣ late Pope said.

He cautioned against interrupting or formulating responses‍ before fully hearing the speaker. “Look well that people​ do not listen, in the middle of‌ a talk,⁤ they have ⁤an description ⁤and respond. And that doesn’t help peace,” he added.

The Pope also encouraged young people to value the wisdom of their ⁢elders. “Do not ⁤forget your⁤ grandparents,” ⁣he urged, noting that they‌ “teach us so much.” He ‍concluded with his customary request: “I ​pray for you, pray for me.”

Mourning Continues: Cardinal Parolin ‌Celebrates Mass

The video’s release coincided with ⁢the second Mass of⁢ mourning held at⁣ St.Peter’s‍ Basilica. Approximately 200,000 people ​attended the service.

Thousands of⁣ young people are in Rome for the ‌Adolescent Jubilee, a gathering that ⁣included the planned canonization of Italian​ Carlo Acutis. The canonization was postponed ​following‍ the death ⁢of Pope ⁤Francis.

Cardinal Parolin’s Homily: A Call‌ to Embrace Legacy

Cardinal Pietro Parolin,the Vatican’s second-highest-ranking official‌ during Pope Francis’s pontificate,celebrated the first Sunday Mass⁤ following the Pope’s burial. He ⁢urged Christians to seek peace through Christ’s ​mercy.

The⁤ Catholic Church⁢ has begun the “novenas,”⁤ nine days of mourning following the Pope’s death.During his homily, Cardinal Parolin, 70, reflected on the somber mood within the⁢ Church as Christians ‌mourn the Pope, who died on Easter Monday and was buried Saturday in ​the Basilica of Santa María la ⁢Mayor.

Pope francis’s Final Message and ⁤the Vatican’s Continuing Mourning: A Q&A

What was the main‌ focus of the video featuring Pope ‍Francis?

The video⁤ released by the Italian weekly Today showcased ⁢Pope Francis emphasizing the ⁣importance of listening.

where ⁤and when was ⁢the dialog with young ⁣people filmed?

The ‌discussion was filmed on⁢ January 8th as‌ part of the Adolescent Jubilee events in Rome.

What message did Pope Francis give‍ to young ⁤people about listening?

Pope Francis advised young people to ‌truly listen‌ to ⁤others. He stated, “A very ⁤important thing in life is listening, ​learning to listen.​ When a person speaks to you, wait for him to end up understanding it well. and then, if you want, say something. But listening is critically critically important.”

What advice did Pope Francis give concerning how to⁢ listen effectively?

Pope ⁢Francis cautioned⁤ against interrupting or formulating responses before fully hearing what the speaker has to say. he noted that⁤ interrupting “doesn’t help peace.”

What else did ​Pope Francis discuss with young people?

The Pope ⁤encouraged⁢ young people ⁢to value⁢ the wisdom of their elders, specifically mentioning ‍grandparents. He urged them, “Do not ‍forget yoru grandparents,” stating that “they ⁣teach us so much.”

What was the Pope’s customary concluding⁢ request?

He concluded with his⁤ customary‌ request: “I pray for you, pray ‌for me.”

What was the occasion of the video’s release?

The video’s release coincided with the second‍ Mass of mourning held at​ St. Peter’s⁣ Basilica.

Who celebrated the frist ‍sunday Mass following Pope Francis’s burial?

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican’s second-highest-ranking⁢ official during Pope Francis’s ⁢pontificate, celebrated the Mass.

What⁢ did cardinal Parolin​ urge Christians to do in his homily?

Cardinal Parolin urged Christians ​to seek peace through Christ’s mercy,reflecting on the somber mood⁣ within the Church.

How many people attended​ the second Mass⁣ of mourning?

Approximately⁤ 200,000 people ‍attended the ​second Mass of mourning‌ held at St. Peter’s Basilica.

What was the Adolescent Jubilee?

The Adolescent ⁣Jubilee was a gathering of young people in Rome which ⁢included the planned canonization⁤ of Italian carlo Acutis.⁢ However, the ⁢canonization was postponed following the death of the Pope.

What ⁢are the “novenas” ‌mentioned in the article?

The‍ “novenas” are nine days of mourning following the Pope’s death,⁤ a period during which special prayers and observances are held.

What major event was postponed due to Pope Francis’s death?

The planned canonization of Carlo Acutis was ⁤postponed.

Where‌ was Pope Francis buried?

Pope Francis was buried in the Basilica of Santa María la Mayor.

Key Events Summarized

Here’s a⁤ brief overview‌ of the key events⁢ mentioned in the article:

Event	Description
Video Release	A video of Pope Francis discussing listening skills with youth.
Adolescent Jubilee	A gathering of young people in Rome.
Second Mass of Mourning	A service held at St.Peter’s⁤ Basilica attended​ by approximately‌ 200,000 people.
Cardinal Parolin’s Homily	A call for Christians to seek peace through​ Christ’s mercy.
Canonization Postponement	The ​canonization of ⁤Carlo Acutis was postponed.