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Pope Francis greets people during a meeting with representatives of bishops' conferences from around the world at the Vatican Oct. 9. The meeting came as the Vatican launched the process that will lead up to the assembly of the world Synod of Bishops in 2023. (CNS/Paul Haring)
Pope Francis greets people during a meeting with representatives of bishops' conferences from around the world at the Vatican Oct. 9. The meeting came as the Vatican launched the process that will lead up to the assembly of the world Synod of Bishops.