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Catholics For Mary | Daily Catholic Content on Instagram: "October 4th is St. Francis of Assisi’s feast day, celebrating a man who loved like Christ in the most radical way. Once a wealthy young man chasing glory, Francis encountered Jesus and gave up everything to follow Him in poverty and humility. He didn’t just preach the Gospel—he lived it. He embraced the poorest of the poor, cared for outcasts, and even kissed lepers, whom he once feared. His life became a living reflection of Christ’s me

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History Photographed on Instagram: "In 2019, Pope Francis slapped a woman's hand in St. Peter's Square after she grabbed his arm and pulled him toward her. ⁠ ⁠ The incident occurred on New Year's Eve as the pope was greeting pilgrims near the Vatican's Nativity scene.⁠ ⁠ Just over a week later, Pope Francis met and shook hands with the woman at his general audience, where photos show the two smiling together.⁠ ⁠ Credit: @rtenews"