Without Mentioning Cardinal Zen’s Arrest, Pope Francis Says He Is Praying for the Church in China

Without Mentioning Cardinal Zen’s Arrest, Pope Francis Says He Is Praying for the Church in China



Daniel Ibanez

Chinese pilgrims attend the general audience in St. Peter's Square, Oct. 12, 2016.

Pope Francis did draw special attention to the fact that Tuesday, May 24 — when Cardinal Zen is reportedly due back in court — is the liturgical memorial of Our Lady, Help of Christians.