'Not heresy to laugh at God': Pope meets comedians at the Vatican

Pope Francis met comedians from around the world at the Vatican, telling them it was not heresy to joke about God. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► During the meeting with comedians, who included American artistes such as Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, and Chris Rock, the pontiff even made a clownish gesture, joking it would be more comical than his speech. After the audience, the pope will travel to the southern region of Puglia in a historic appearance to discuss artificial intelligence at the G7 The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Sign up to the Guardian's free new daily newsletter, First Edition ► Website ► Facebook ► Twitter ► Instagram ► The Guardian on YouTube: The Guardian ► Guardian Australia ► Guardian Football ► Guardian Sport ► Guardian Live ► #Pope #JimmyFallon #ChrisRock #WhoopiGoldberg #Comedy #God #Religion