Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter Square at general audience on June 26, 2024. (photo: EWTN News)

Pope Francis’ Most Ambitious Trip/ Abortion on State Ballots/ Paralympics and Faith

Pope Francis heads to Asia and Oceana, visiting 4 countries in 11 days. EWTN News Vatican analyst Frank Rocca gives his take on the significance of this trip. Then a decision on abortion will be before many voters Nov. 5. We learn about which states are facing abortion-related ballot measures with Register staff writer Peter Laffin. And we get a preview of the Paralympic games in Paris, France with Register Europe correspondent Solène Tadié.

Jeanette De Melo Register Radio August 31, 2024

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