This morning, the Holy Father Francis received in audience:

- His Eminence Cardinal Marc Ouellet, P.S.S., prefect of the Congregation for Bishops;

- His Excellency Mr. Domingos Teixeira de Abreu Fezas Vital, ambassador of Portugal, presenting his credential letters;

- Don Mario Maggioni, national head of the Association of Priests of Prado;

- Fr. Carlos Alberto Trovarelli, minister general of the Franciscan Order of Friars Minor Conventual;

- Professor Nino Savelli, president of the Pensions Fund.

Today, the Pope will receive in audience:

- Members of the “Progetto Agata Smeralda”.