Seven apostolic journeys, 11 nations visited on 4 continents, and more than 500 homilies, speeches, and addresses. Here is a look at some of the most powerful images from Pope Francis' eventful 2019. | Vatican News

2.3K views · 277 reactions |  VIDEO | During the Santa Marta Mass, Pope Francis asked God for the grace to help us overcome our differences in these difficult times. | EWTN Vatican | Facebook

7.3K views · 599 reactions |  The fraternal meeting between Pope Francis and the Patriarch of Constantinople Bartholomew took place yesterday. Between the exchange of gifts, the patriarch gave to Francis some incense from Mount Athos and a Marian icon and asked the Pope to pray for him. Images: Vatican Media | EWTN Vatican | Facebook

126K views · 7.3K reactions | HIGHLIGHTS | Pope Francis met with participants in the Plenary Assembly of the Dicastery for the Clergy at the Vatican. During the meeting, the Pope emphasized formation, vocation, and the importance of the permanent diaconate. | EWTN Vatican | Facebook

887K views · 36K reactions | HIGHLIGHTS | More than 5,000 faithful attended the closing Mass with Pope Francis of the month-long Synod on Synodality's first session in St. Peter's Basilica. | Catholic News Agency | Facebook