(VMO) Sixty five turkeys, the gift of an anonymous donor, are being prepared for a Christmas meal that will feed more than 500 people who might not otherwise have a chance to enjoy a festive meal this holiday season.

(Vatican Radio) Pope Francis on Tuesday opened the Holy Door in St. Peter’s Basilica, inaugurating the Jubilee of Mercy. The ceremony took place after he celebrated Mass for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception in St. Peter’s Square.

(Radio-Vatican) Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin spoke at the opening of the 21st Conference of States Parties to the Convention COP 21, held in Paris from 30 November to December 11.

(Vatican Radio) In his weekly general audience, Pope Francis told those present about his recent trip to Africa and spoke about the importance of missionary work.

The Archbishop of Montreal, Most Reverend Christian Lépine, will mark the opening of the Jubilee of Mercy by opening a diocesan Door of Mercy at the cathedral during a Eucharistic celebration on Saturday, December 12, at 7:30 p.m.