On September 10, Pope Francis meets the children, urging clergy to spread the gospel, celebrating a massive outdoor Mass, and honoring a long-serving Jesuit.
Pope Francis arrived in Timor-Leste's capital city, Dili, at the Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport, beginning his third stage of the Apostolic Journey to Asia and Oceania, and thousands of people cheered for him.
After meeting all the young people in Papua New Guinea, Pope Francis departs for Timor Leste, where he will begin the third phase of his Apostolic Journey through Southeast Asia and Oceania.
On September 8, 2024, Pope Francis met with Prime Minister James Marape, celebrated Mass in Port Moresby, and visited Vanimo and Baro, where he encouraged the Catholic community to embrace missionary spirit and service.
Pope Francis called for greater unity, responsible use of resources, and a focus on spiritual values during his address to Papua New Guinea's leaders, civil society, and diplomatic corps.
