Pope Francis Skips Lunch With Politicians To Be With Homeless In Washington, D.C. - Huffington Post

Pope Francis stepped away from the pomp and pageantry of Capitol Hill to be with the poor and homeless on Thursday.

Passing on the opportunity to dine with politicians after addressing Congress this morning, Francis instead said a prayer blessing a meal for homeless clients of St. Maria's Meals, a food program run by Catholic Charities in Washington, D.C.

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