In year-end vespers, Pope Francis calls for "moral rebirth" of Rome
- 9 years ago
New Year's Eve at the Vatican, where thousands pack into Saint Peter's Basilica to give thanks.
It's the traditional year-end Vespers prayers, along with the sounds of the Te Deum hymn in Saint Peter's Basilica.
Pope Francis denounces corruption infecting the city of Rome.
(SOUNDBITE) (Italian) POPE FRANCIS SAYING:
"Without a doubt, the serious affairs of corruption in these recent days require serious heart-searching and action for a spiritual and moral rebirth of the city of Rome. As well as a commitment to build a more just and brotherly city, where the poor, the weak and the marginalized are at the center of our actions and daily activities."
He was referring to a police investigation that uncovered a network of connections between politicians and criminals in Rome.
The Pope delighted the masses after his homily when he paid a visit to the nativity in St. Peter's Square.
It's the traditional year-end Vespers prayers, along with the sounds of the Te Deum hymn in Saint Peter's Basilica.
Pope Francis denounces corruption infecting the city of Rome.
(SOUNDBITE) (Italian) POPE FRANCIS SAYING:
"Without a doubt, the serious affairs of corruption in these recent days require serious heart-searching and action for a spiritual and moral rebirth of the city of Rome. As well as a commitment to build a more just and brotherly city, where the poor, the weak and the marginalized are at the center of our actions and daily activities."
He was referring to a police investigation that uncovered a network of connections between politicians and criminals in Rome.
The Pope delighted the masses after his homily when he paid a visit to the nativity in St. Peter's Square.