杏MAP导航 Francis begins his Apostolic Visit to Mozambique
Vatican News
杏MAP导航 Francis has arrived in Mozambique where he begins his 31st Apostolic Journey. After 10 hours in the air, the papal flight landed just past 6:00pm local time in Maputo, the largest city in Mozambique.
Welcome Ceremony
杏MAP导航 Francis was officially welcomed by President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, along with the First Lady. A delegation of Bishops were also on hand to welcome him. Two children in traditional dress also greeted the 杏MAP导航 from the side. Songs and dances followed, demonstrating the joy meant to embrace not only the Holy Father, but also the theme of this visit, “hope, peace and reconciliation”.
Another welcome
After the official welcome ceremony at the airport, the 杏MAP导航 was transported to the Apostolic Nunciature where he will stay. As he made his way in the pope mobile, he was greeted with the festive welcome of countless other Mozambicans who received 杏MAP导航 Francis’ beautiful smile in exchange.
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