Pope Francis Makes Historic Visit to the U.S.
Pope Francis in America: Follow @ABC's live coverage of the Pope's historic visit to the US






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NYC is ready for #UNGA, #GlobalGoals Summit & #PopeinNYC visit to the UN! @NYPD traffic info: j.mp/1MIU5K8 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPmGq76WEAA6xTC.jpg
by United Nations via twitter 9/23/2015 7:20:59 PM -
Suiting up for @Pontifex http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnKuOvWEAARCEr.jpg
by Brian Hartman via twitter 9/23/2015 7:39:43 PM -
In just moments we will celebrate another historic first - a Canonization Mass on American soil. #PopeInDC http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnKKAQWsAAQi0p.jpg
by DC Archdiocese via twitter 9/23/2015 7:43:47 PM -
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@DavidMuir interviewing students anxiously awaiting @Pontifex #PopeinDC http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnNp-OUsAA_sOM.jpg
by Christine Romo via twitter 9/23/2015 7:59:39 PM -
Look who just came to visit us! Sister Norma Pimentel from our Town Hall w @Pontifex #PopeInDC @nspimentel http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnPj4IUkAAStFP.jpg
by David Muir via twitter 9/23/2015 8:08:47 PM -
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Pope Francis to perform first ever canonization mass at National Shrine Basilica: abcnews.go.com/live?stream=2 http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnRaYgUsAASSer.png
by ABC News Live via twitter 9/23/2015 8:14:09 PM -
@DavidMuir will anchor @WNTonight from the Basilica in DC #PopeinDC http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnRFfhUsAECmIH.jpg
by Christine Romo via twitter 9/23/2015 8:18:28 PM -
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Junipero Serra, who will be canonized by the Pope, is being criticized for using coercive force on Native Americans: abcn.ws/1L53n36by ABC News via twitter 9/23/2015 8:22:17 PM
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Angry Jesus? The muscle-flexing Christ mosaic behind @Pontifex in DC: blog.adw.org/2010/03/awesom… http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnWbPgUsAIcH_-.jpg
by Brian Hartman via twitter 9/23/2015 8:30:54 PM -
.@SerenaMarsh and @KennethMoton are Snapchatting as Pope Francis heads to historic mass. Follow: ABCPolitics. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnYDD6UsAApd6I.jpg
by ABC News Politics via twitter 9/23/2015 8:43:05 PM -
St. Junipero Serra's Feast day is July 1. #PopeinUS #PopeinDC http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnbo3DUcAAcTGd.jpg
by Catholic News Agency via twitter 9/23/2015 8:56:10 PM -
.@ColumbaBush and I are incredibly blessed to celebrate Mass with @Pontifex and so many fellow Americans today. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPncRkUUkAA9yeM.jpg
by Jeb Bush via twitter 9/23/2015 8:58:35 PM -
From ABC News' Caitlin Oprysko: One lucky student got the hug of a lifetime when Pope Francis stopped by to say hi this afternoon. Theresa Brogan was invited to the Vatican Embassy by the special needs ministry of the archdiocese of Washington. Brogan, 16, was there representing St. Joseph's House, a registered day care which serves school-aged children with disabilities. When asked what Pope Francis said to her, Theresa told ABC News that he said "I love you and you're awesome." Above is a photo of the moment that Pope Francis smiled right at Theresa before they hugged. Photo Credit: St. Joseph's House.
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The @Pontifex speaks before a huge crowd at @CatholicUniv #PopeInDC http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPniGN5UAAAo_D8.jpg
by Ama Daetz via twitter 9/23/2015 9:24:50 PM -
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The Pope reminds us that we're measured by what we do not just what we say. Together we can make this a better world. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPnmq8KUAAABvv0.jpg
by Vice President Biden via twitter 9/23/2015 9:45:04 PM -
Communion being given @ Canonization Mass @ The Basilica of National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. #popeindc http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPns4qKWwAEz4vx.jpg
by ABC7Suzanne via twitter 9/23/2015 10:17:39 PM -
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Supreme Court Justices aren't spared from the pope-mania hitting D.C., though some are questioning while not all of the justices will be in attendance when Pope Francis addresses Congress tomorrow.
Chief Justice John Roberts, Justice Anthony Kennedy, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Justice Sonia Sotomayor will all attend the joint meeting tomorrow, but that means that five of their peers will be missing it.
Among those five are some of the most conservative members of the court, including Justice Antonin Scalia, whose son is a priest, Justice Clarence Thomas and Justice Samuel Alito.
For his part, House Speaker John Boehner believes that the pope transcends politics.
"Herein lies exactly why I invited Pope Francis, and two Popes before him," Boehner said in a statement released today.
"The Pope transcends all of this. He appeals to our better angels and brings us back to our daily obligations. The best thing we can all do is listen, open our hearts to his message and reflect on his example," he said. -
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One of my favorite photos of the day: Pope Francis meets the Obamas' dogs while inside the White House. Click here for a full run-down of the pontiff's tour inside the White House. Photo credit: L'Osservatore Romano via AP
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3 days after #Pope urged end to #Colombia's!civil war, FARC & @JuanManSantos reach agreement in #Cuba - ending 51 year old conflict >>by Jon Williams via twitter 9/23/2015 11:09:08 PM
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The pope has headed inside the nunciature for the evening -- after, of course, talking to some people gathered behind the barriers at the residence -- so that means we're going to be stepping away from the live blog but be sure to check back tomorrow.
It's going to be a busy day: two cities, one historic address to Congress and a prayer service at one of the country's most famous cathedrals.
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Not quite peace in our time. But breakthrough on justice & accountability paves way for #FARC to end 51 year fight wapo.st/1Qz8LJFby Jon Williams via twitter retweeted by niagarasquare 9/23/2015 11:37:00 PM
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Special edition of @WNTonight with @DavidMuir from DC. Historic day. Amazing images. Tune in! @CeciliaVegaABC @TerryMoran #PopeInDCby devindwyer via twitter retweeted by niagarasquare 9/23/2015 11:37:38 PM
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Pope Francis meets Bo and Sunny. http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPn7RVFUEAA4s9Q.jpg
by petesouza via twitter retweeted by niagarasquare 9/24/2015 12:44:13 AM -
You go all the way to Andrews AFB to meet a guy and then this happens... twitter.com/AlanHoldren/st…by Brian Hartman via twitter 9/24/2015 12:48:58 AM
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#Pope 's top diplomats spoke w John Kerry, top U.S. officials IN Church's opposition to #Cuba trade embargo #PopeinUS https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPoKvlFWIAAUNW7.jpgby Alan Holdren via twitter retweeted by niagarasquare 9/24/2015 12:51:13 AM
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Lombardi on news b/t Colombia gov't and FARC: "Maybe that we can connect this good news today with the appeal of the Pope" #PopeInUSAby Joshua McElwee via twitter retweeted by niagarasquare 9/24/2015 12:57:05 AM
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Our @WNTonight story: #PopeFrancis Celebrates Mass to Canonize First Saint on American Soil @CeciliaVegaABC abcnews.go.com/WNT/video/pope…by Matthew German via twitter retweeted by CeciliaVegaABC 9/24/2015 2:02:52 AM
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Oh, it's just me and Pope Francis hanging out. NBD instagram.com
by Cecilia Vega via twitter 9/24/2015 2:13:05 AM -
It could not be a more beautiful morning for @pontifex to visit the Capitol. @TerryMoran & @GStephanopoulos live soon on @GMAby Brian Hartman via twitter 9/24/2015 10:54:05 AM
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Could not be a more beautiful morning for @pontifex @ the Capitol. @TerryMoran & @GStephanopoulos live soon on @GMA http://pbs.twimg.com/media/CPqcQ0zU8AAEgx9.jpg
by Brian Hartman via twitter 9/24/2015 10:55:15 AM