Pope Francis calls for peace and unity as he celebrates Mass in Amman . In Bethlehem , Frances will greet children from refugee camps , celebrate Mass in Manger Square , lunch with Palestinian families and visit the site of Jesus ' birth . Pontiff wants a swift solution to the Syrian crisis and peace in the Middle East . ` ` Highly symbolic '' visit sends message of peace in volatile region , he says . The Pope is also keen to call attention to the poor and downtrodden during his visit .
Pope Francis calls for peace and unity as he celebrates Mass in Amman . Pontiff wants a swift solution to the Syrian crisis and peace in the Middle East . ` ` Highly symbolic '' visit sends message of peace in volatile region , he says . The Pope is also keen to call attention to the poor and downtrodden during his visit .