Pope thanks those dedicated to promoting life

VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Pope Francis thanked those who are dedicated to promoting life and defending conscientious objection.

And he also prayed that the Catholic Church in China may live in greater communion with the universal church in freedom and tranquility.

The pope's remarks came May 22 after he led the recitation of the 'Regina Coeli' prayer with visitors in St. Peter's Square.

Greeting those in the square who had taken part in Italy's national 'Let's Choose Life' march in Rome the previ

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