Denver Catholic

3 DENVER CATHOLIC | APRIL 11-17, 2015 Pope expresses solidarity with families in Iraq and Nigeria Pope Francis showed concern for the situation of Christian families and other victims expelled from their homes and villages, particularly in the city of Mosul and the Nineveh plains, and who were forced to take refuge. The Vatican said the pope prays for them and hopes they can return and resume their lives in their native lands. The families of the Diocese of Rome sent traditional Easter cakes in the shape of a dove to share the joy of Easter with these families. SOURCE: VATICAN NEWS SERVICE Pope Francis meets those a ected by ISIS The brother and widow of two British aid workers killed by Islamic State militants last fall were among the participants in a general audience when they met briefl y with Pope Francis and received his blessing. In a statement issued by the British Embassy to the Holy See, it was emphasized that since his brother's death, Mike Haines has dedi- cated both his time and e¤ ort to spreading a mes- sage of tolerance among all religions, urging them to unite against extremism. Haines' brother, David Haines, was murdered by ISIS in September. SOURCE: CATHOLICNEWSAGENCY.COM Peruvian March for Life draws half a million More than half a million Peruvians participated in the historic March for Life 2015 in Lima, rejecting abortion and speaking out in defense of life from conception to natural death. In Peru, the right to life from con- ception is protected by its constitution. March 25 is celebrated in the coun- try's Day of the Unborn. The massive demonstra- tion doubled last year's fi gures, when 250,000 people marched for life. During the fi rst stage of the march, participants walked one mile along one of the main streets of the Peruvian capital. SOURCE: CATHOLICNEWSAGENCY.COM Vatican Notes Available at time of estimate only! *Maximum available discount 50% Off 3/1/15 rate card. Call for details. Offer expires 4/22/15. *Based on a 2014 study. OF GREATER DENVER AND NORTHERN COLORADO 50 % OFF* Labor & Materials! Offer expires 4/22/15 *Owner operator and proud REGIS UNIVERSITY GRADUATE Karl Scheib says "We hope we can help protect your home and family too!" Over 2 MILLION FEET INSTALLED IN COLORADO! SERVING COLORADO FOR 13 YEARS! FREE In-Home Estimate! Up To METRO 303-816-3555 NORTHERN 970-300-5103 America's #1 Choice for Gutter Protection.* With 35 years experience and over 1 Million satisfied customers nationally, Gutter Helmet ® remains the #1 gutter protection system. Mention Denver Catholic for Best Prices! Call Before You Fall! Never Risk Falling Again! DANGER! www.proximotravel.com Call us 24/7 508-340-9370 | 855-842-8001 anthony@proximotravel.com Carmela Manago carmela@proximotravel.com Executive Director Prices starting at $2,499 ~ Prices are ALL-INCLUSIVE with Airfare from anywhere in the USA Several trips to different destinations: the Holy Land; Italy; France, Portugal, & Spain; Poland; Medjugorje, Lourdes, & Fatima; Ireland & Scotland; England; Austria, Germany, & Switzerland; Greece & Turkey; El Camino de Santiago; Viking Cruises; Caribbean Cruises; Budapest; Prague; Our Lady of Guadalupe; Domestic Destinations; etc... We also specialize in custom trips for Bishops, Priests, and Deacons. U .S. o cials have confi rmed that Pope Francis will make a stop at the White House to meet with President Barack Obama on Sept. 23, during his trip to the United States for the World Meeting of Families. A statement from the White House press secretary said, "During the visit, the president and the pope will continue the dialogue, which they began during the president's visit to the Vatican in March 2014, on their shared values and commitments on a wide range of issues, including caring for the marginalized and the poor; advancing economic opportunity for all; serving as good stewards of the environ- ment; protecting religious minorities and promoting religious freedom around the world; and welcoming and integrat- ing immigrants and refugees into our communities." The visit will be the fi rst Pope Francis makes to the United States since selected ponti¤ . The pope will also attend the Sept. 22-27 World Meeting of Families in Philadelphia. The pope's schedule during his visit could include Mass at Washington's Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, an address to a joint session of Congress on Sept. 24 and a papal address at the United Nations general assembly in New York on Sept. 25. SOURCE: CATHOLICNEWSAGENCY.COM Pope Francis to visit White House Sept. 23 NEWS IN BRIEF Pope Francis meets with President Barack Obama at the Vatican in March 2014. The Vatican confi rmed the pope will visit the White House in September. THIS PHOTOGRAPH IS PROVIDED BY THE WHITE HOUSE AS A COURTESY

• Cover