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People Outside Washington, D.C., Basilica Share Why Pope Francis Resonates

10:54pm September 23, 2015

NPR's Kelly McEvers asks people waiting at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception: How has your thinking about the Church changed since Francis became Pope?"

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Pope Francis Celebrates First-Ever Mass In U.S.

10:54pm September 23, 2015

by Sylvia Poggioli

Pope Francis canonized the United States' first saint, Junipero Serra, on Wednesday. The controversial Spanish missionary founded Catholic missions in California in the 18th century.

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Pope Francis Canonizes Spanish Missionary Junipero Serra

10:54pm September 23, 2015

by Tom Gjelten

Pope Francis makes the first Latin American Catholic a saint at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C., Wednesday.

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Pope Francis is greeted by President Obama after arriving outside Washington, D.C., on Tuesday.

The Complicated History Of Popes And U.S. Presidents

12:57pm September 23, 2015

by Don Gonyea

Pope Francis' visit to Washington marks the 29th time a pope has sat down for a meeting with a president of the United States. As usual, politics will provide the backdrop.

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Pope Francis' Inclusive Tone Speaks To Hot Button U.S. Political Issues

12:21pm September 23, 2015

by Don Gonyea

Pope Francis has deliberately worked to change the tone of the Catholic church on social positions, climate change, economics and migrant issues in a way that electrified Catholics and non-Catholics.

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Pope-Watchers Stake Out D.C. Parade Route

12:06pm September 23, 2015

by Jennifer Ludden

Renee Montagne talks with NPR's Jennifer Ludden, who is out among the crowds in Washington, D.C., ahead of Pope Francis' visit to the White House.

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Before Crowd Of Thousands, Pope Delivers Remarks On White House Lawn

12:06pm September 23, 2015

by Don Gonyea

NPR's Don Gonyea discusses the relationship between popes and presidents with Renee Montagne. They also have the latest news on Pope Francis' remarks at the White House on Wednesday.

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Sun Shines On Pope's Speech, As Obama Lays Out A Warm Welcome

12:06pm September 23, 2015

by Scott Horsley

On a beautiful sunny day, in front of a massive crowd, President Obama greeted Pope Francis at the White House. For more details, Renee Montagne speaks with NPR's Scott Horsley at the White House.

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Pope Francis walks down the steps of his plane upon his arrival at Andrews Air Force Base, Md., on Tuesday.

GOP Presidential Hopefuls Walk Delicate Line On Pope Francis

9:03am September 23, 2015

by Jessica Taylor

There are more Catholic Republicans than ever running for president, but not all have embraced Pope Francis' more liberal statements and theology.

A mural of Pope Francis is viewed on the side of a building in midtown Manhattan in New York City.

What To Watch For During Pope Francis' U.S. Visit

10:26pm September 22, 2015

by Tom Gjelten

Pope Francis arrives in the U.S. on Tuesday. From his reception at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland to a meeting with immigrants in Philadelphia, here's a look at moments that could prove momentous.