Highlights of Pope’s second day in Madagascar

Pope Francis was busy on his second day in Madagascar, which he spent in the capital, Antananarivo.

He celebrated Mass for around 1 million faithful in the Soamandrakizay diocesan field, reminding them that following in Jesus’ footsteps is demanding.

The Pope spent much of the afternoon at the Akamasoa “City of Friendship” Association, where a community helps poor Malagasy to help themselves through work.

Pope Francis wrapped up the day by meeting with priests, religious men and women, and seminarians.