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Pope Francis praises Swiss Guards’ patience with pilgrims
During a private audience on Saturday, Pope Francis praised the Swiss Guards for their "great patience" with pilgrims who visit the Vatican. "It takes patience, and the guardsmen have it.
The Christian Post12d
This week in Christian history: Swiss Guard created, Charles Gore dies, Newsboys co-founder leaves faith
Events that occurred this week in Christian history include the founding of the Swiss Guard, the death of a prominent ...
Neue Zürcher Zeitung2y
Spendy cantons, recalcitrant free thinkers and a murder charge – the bumpy road to a new barracks for the Swiss Guard
they are probably the most photographed Swiss – the members of the Swiss Guard. Since 1506 they have protected the head of the Roman Catholic Church and his residence. Pope Francis is also ...
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Soldiers of this country do not fight any war, yet earn Rs 5000000 per month, are equipped with dangerous weapons
The Pontifical Swiss Guard is an armed force and honour guard unit. Maintained by the Holy See that is responsible for protecting the Pope and the Apostolic Palace within the territory of the ...
National Catholic Register12d
Pope Highlights Swiss Guard’s Jubilee Year Service to Pilgrims
The Pontifical Swiss Guard, founded in 1506 by Pope Julius II, is among the oldest active military units in continuous ...