Coinciding with the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, the World Day of Peace was instituted by Pope Paul VI in 1968.

Pope Francis released his message for the 58th World Day of Peace on 1 January, making three proposals to begin a “journey of ...

What about Paul VI? Pope Paul predicted four dire consequences ... enthroning self above God or God above self. In one case, death and darkness prevail - in the other, life and light.

Pope Benedict XVI, and St. Paul VI, the Holy Father called for the development of a new financial framework based on solidarity; the elimination of the death penalty in all nations; and ...