Pope Francis Visits Vanimo, Praises Missionary Work in Remote Communities

Sunday 8 September 2024 Pope Francis touched down in the far northwestern part of Papua New Guinea, Vanimo today, arriving aboard an Australian C-130 military transport plane. His Holiness was warmly greeted by local Catholics and Church leaders eager to hear his message of peace and faith during his brief yet significant visit. Addressing the … Read more

PM MARAPE MEETS POPE FRANCIS; EXPRESSES GRATITUDE FOR PAPAL MESSAGE OF SERVICE, PEACE, UNITY

Sunday 8 September, 2024 Prime Minister Hon. James Marape has expressed deep gratitude to Pope Francis on his delivery of messages of service, unity and peace to the people of Papua New Guinea. Prime Minister Marape and his wife, Mrs Rachael Marape, joined the Pontiff, his clergy, and thousands of Catholic worshippers at Sir John … Read more

Thousands gather for Papal Holy Mass

Sunday 8 September, 2024 Thousands gather for Papal Holy Mass As early as 2am, Port Moresby residents and Catholic pilgrims flocked to the Sir John Guise stadium to attend the Papal’s Holy Mass. Pope Francis and his entourage arrived by 8am for the Eucharistic Celebration to begin. Today is considered as a day of joy … Read more

Address of Pope Francis, APEC Haus

Saturday 7th September, 2024 Official translation Your Excellency, Mr Governor General,Mr Prime Minister,Distinguished Representatives of Civil Society,Esteemed Ambassadors! I am very pleased to be with you today and to visit Papua New Guinea. I thank the Governor Generalfor his cordial words of welcome and all of you for your warm reception. I extend my greetings … Read more

GOVERNOR GENERAL’S WELCOME SPEECH

PAPUA NEW GUINEA SPEECH BY HIS EXCELLENCY, Grand Chief Sir Bob Bofeng Dadae GCL GCMG KSTJ Governor General of Papua New Guinea On the occasion of The official visit of His Holiness Pope Francis                   On Saturday 7th September, 2024 Your Holiness, On behalf of the Government and People of Papua New Guinea, I welcome … Read more

Pope Francis Arrives in Port Moresby to Warm Reception Amid Historic Visit

Port Moresby, September 6, 2024 His Holiness Pope Francis arrived at Jacksons International Airport at 7:09 PM aboard a Garuda Indonesia Charter flight. The arrival marked the beginning of a highly anticipated visit, with thousands of Catholics and Christians from various denominations gathering to welcome the Pope to Port Moresby. As the plane touched down, … Read more