Pope Francis' upcoming 11-day journey to Southeast Asia is his longest and most challenging trip, showcasing his commitment to engaging with overlooked Catholic communities.
This trip marks a significant extension of the Pope's outreach to what he refers to as the 'peripheries,' prioritizing small and persecuted Catholic populations in Asia.
Traveling over 20,000 miles across four countries, including a stop in the world’s largest Muslim majority nation, signals Francis' determination to remain active despite health issues.
Massimo Faggioli noted that the trip demonstrates the Pope's continued vigor in his role, indicating that this papacy is far from over and is focused on deeper connections.
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