The Vatican - Archive's video: Pope Francis at Angelus prays for cessation of violence in Mexico

Pope Francis offered prayers for slain Mexican priests on Sunday, and put his support behind the ongoing pro-family and pro-life efforts of the Mexican Bishops. Speaking to the faithful gathered in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday ahead of the traditional noonday Angelus prayer, he also recalled the beatification – which took place in the German city of Würzburg on Saturday – of the Servant of God, Fr. Engelmar Unzeitig, a Czech-born priest who ministered in Austria and was martyred in the Nazi concentration camp at Dachau. Pope Francis said, “I assure my prayer for the dear Mexican people, that the violence, which has in recent days reached even several priests, might cease.” In conclusion, Pope Francis ...