"Let the children come to me and do not prevent them; for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these." Luke 18:16
Thousands of Catholic families from around the world gathered at the Vatican over the weekend to celebrate the Year of Faith with Pope Francis.
A small group of children was invited to sit on the pope's platform to listen to speakers from across the world speak about their faith and families.
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Pope Francis was visibly amused when one child stayed on the stage instead of returning to his seat on the steps.
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