"Pope Francis Reveals Reason for Skipping Fatima Prayer for Peace"

Pope Francis explained why he chose not to publicly pray for an end to the war in Ukraine during his visit to the Fatima shrine, stating that he prayed privately but did not want to advertise it. He emphasized the importance of continually praying for peace and highlighted the request made by Our Lady during the First World War. The pope also discussed his health, deviating from prepared speeches, and the need for dialogue between generations. He addressed mental health and suicide among young people, stating that it is a major issue. Regarding access to sacraments, he emphasized that the Church welcomes everyone, including homosexual people, and described the Church as a mother who guides her children in their faith journey.