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Pope offers ‘baby bonus’ to Vatican employees

Pope Francis put his money where his mouth is this week when it comes to his constant appeals for couples to procreate, offering a financial incentive to permanent Vatican employees who have more children.

ROME – Pope Francis put his money where his mouth is this week when it comes to his constant appeals for couples to procreate, offering a financial incentive to permanent Vatican employees who have more children.

In a Jan. 15 communique from the Governorate of Vatican City State, it was announced that as of Jan. 1, 2025, families who have three or more children will receive a bonus of 300 euros ($308) a month.