Tiring Easter for Pope Francis, thinking about wars - News.com.au. From the last-minute package at the Colosseum to the appeal on prisoners (ANSA) Pope Francis wanted to dedicate a large part of his reflection and preaching to the theme of peace.

"Peace is never built with weapons, but by holding out hands and opening hearts" - Pope Francis said in his Easter message from the central loggia of St. Peter's, greeted by loud applause.