The meeting went in a “friendly and informal” atmosphere, Veres said, adding that topics included the education of priests, the situation of families and young people, poverty, the present and future of Europe, and migration.

As a gift, the bishops gave the pope a copy of the Bible translated into Romany. Francis suggested that the words of the holy mass should be translated, too, so that Hungary’s Roma can participate in the service in their own language, Veres said, adding that the pontiff’s request would be met.

The pope blessed the cross that would be the symbol of the 2020 International Eucharistic Congress to be held in Hungary.

Republished with permission of Hungary Matters, MTI’s daily newsletter.