World unites in prayer for Pope Francis, perpetual Eucharistic adoration, and the story of Boys Town

World unites in prayer for Pope Francis, perpetual Eucharistic adoration, and the story of Boys Town

Author: EWTN March 8, 2025 Duration: 55:09
As Pope Francis continues his stay at Gemelli Hospital, millions around the world are uniting in prayer for his healing. Parishes across the United States keep their doors open for all to encounter the true presence of Christ in the Blessed Sacrament; discover how to deepen your own devotion to the Eucharist during the season of Lent. In a shocking policy shift, the White House began directly meeting with terrorist group Hamas; an expert in diplomacy and counter-terrorism weighs in. Plus, the inspiring story of Boys Town, the lives it’s changed, and the priest who founded it.

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