Pope says children are a blessing, not having children is 'selfish'

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Friday, February 13, 2015
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Pope Francis flanked by children waves to faithful at the end of the noon Angelus prayer from his studio's overlooking St. Peter's Square at the Vatican, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.
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CHICAGO (WLS) -- Pope Francis says having children is a blessing, not a burden.

He told parishioners at his weekly audience today that it's wrong to look at having children as a burden.

The Pope said families wanting multiple children should not be seen as being irresponsible and warned that not having children was a "selfish" choice.

The pope also urged children to honor their parents and help make the world a better place.